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Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus US variant with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 visits Geekbench

The processor of the Samsung Galaxy S23 series is no mystery. Last month, Galaxy S23 Ultra appeared on US’s Geekbench database with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset and now the Samsung Galaxy S23+ model gets benchmarked with the same processor.
Spotted by MySmartPrice, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ smartphone bears a model number SM-S916U. This device equips the flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, paired with 8GB of RAM, to boost the system’s performance. However, more RAM variants will definitely be available for the phone.
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Furthermore, the Samsung Galaxy S23+, which holds an unreleased Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, scored 1485 points in the single-core round of the Geekbench 5 test. In addition, it scored 4844 points in the multi-core round of the same test.
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The listing further reveals that the SoC has a 1 + 3 + 4 core configuration. The prime core is clocked at 3.36GHz frequency, three cores are clocked at 2.80GHz frequency, and four cores are clocked at 2.8GHz speed. Meanwhile, an Adreno 740 GPU will take care of the graphical demands of the device.
Besides the processor, Geekbench further confirms that the upcoming flagship phones will come pre-installed with Android 13 OS. Although the One UI software is not mentioned in the listing, it’s already known that the devices will introduce One UI 5.1 software with lots of new features.
Samsung Galaxy S23+ design:
The Galaxy S23+ might not face so many hardware upgrades but it is likely to come with a new rear side design. A few weeks ago, OnLeaks revealed the renders of this device, which shows that it still quips a three-camera setup but with Galaxy S22 Ultra-like no module design.
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Samsung makes upgrading to Galaxy S25 easier, boosts trade-ins

Samsung is expanding its Galaxy S25 series trade-ins in the US. The company is offering decent trade-in credits toward the newly released Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra flagships.
Following the expansion, Samsung has started accepting Google’s Pixel 9 series. The pre-order period is now over and the new flagships are available at nearby stores and on the official website.
During the pre-orders, the Korean tech giant did offer up to $900 in trade-in value for select devices towards the Galaxy S25 Ultra, up from $750 towards the Galaxy S24 Ultra.
Samsung has added the Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro under its Galaxy S25 trade-ins. The upper-tier models (Pixel 9 Pro XL and Pixel 9 Pro Fold) are still excluded from the program.
You can check the trade-in benefits in the chart below:
Eligible Device | On S25 Purchase | On S25+ Purchase | On S25 Ultra Purchase |
Google Pixel 9 Pro | $350 | $400 | $650 |
Pixel 9 | $300 | $300 | $550 |
Pixel 8 Pro | $350 | $350 | $600 |
Pixel 8 | $300 | $300 | $550 |
Pixel 6 Pro | $100 | $100 | $250 |
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra | $500 | $700 | $900 |
Galaxy S24 | $500 | $600 | $600 |
Galaxy S23 Ultra | $500 | $600 | $750 |
Galaxy S23 | $400 | $500 | $500 |
Galaxy S22 Ultra | $300 | $400 | $600 |
Galaxy S22 | $300 | $200 | $200 |
Galaxy S21 Ultra | $200 | $300 | $500 |
Galaxy S21 | $200 | $200 | $200 |
Galaxy Note 20 Ultra | $100 | $600 | $600 |
Galaxy Note 10 | $100 | $100 | $150 |
Galaxy Z Fold 6 | $500 | $700 | $900 |
Galaxy Z Fold 5 | $500 | $600 | $900 |
Galaxy Z Fold 3 | $150 | $150 | $400 |
Galaxy Z Flip 6 | $500 | $600 | $700 |
Galaxy Z Flip 5 | $500 | $500 | $600 |
Galaxy Z Flip 3 | $100 | $100 | $350 |
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max | $500 | $700 | $700 |
iPhone 16 | $500 | $400 | $400 |
iPhone 15 Pro | $500 | $500 | $520 |
iPhone 14 Pro | $400 | $280 | $400 |
iPhone 13 | $250 | $180 | $250 |
iPhone 11 | $120 | $95 | $120 |
Notably, these trade-in benefits are available only when you order the new Galaxy from the official Samsung website. The company hasn’t tagged a specific date for the offer to end or the trade-in program to be refreshed.
Samsung’s Galaxy S25 (12GB + 256GB) starts at $799 in the US. The Galaxy S25 Plus and Galaxy S25 Ultra come with a price tag of $999 and $1299, respectively.
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Samsung’s foldable empire faces new global challenger next week

Oppo is bringing its new Find N5 foldable phone globally next week. The specs sheet shows that Find N5 foldable is going to be the most painful challenger to the Samsung foldable.
Samsung’s foldable dominance was harmed by Huawei’s entry last year. Meanwhile, Oppo is now hyping its new foldable as the world’s thinnest smartphone, taking aim at the Galaxy Z Fold 6.
Oppo’s Find N5 is set to launch in China and Singapore on February 20. The teaser targets Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Pixel 9 Pro Fold, putting them to shame given its sleek yet modern design.
Samsung has announced its new foldable phones in July 2024. The company has also brought a Special Edition Galaxy Z Fold with a slimmer design than the Galaxy Z Fold 6.
Competition is intensifying in the foldable market where Samsung always maintained its lead. Rival brands are quite aggressive towards the market, raising the innovation challenge before Samsung.
Oppo Find N5 Specs (Expected)
The device is confirmed to be equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, IPX6/X8/X9 water resistance, a titanium alloy hinge, as well as 80W wired and 50W wireless charging.
Credible leakers revealed that the Oppo Find N5’s main screen measures 8.12-inch. It has a triple rear camera setup, consisting of a 50-megapixel primary sensor.
The same design is expected to launch as the OnePlus Open 2 in key markets such as India and the US. However, an official confirmation regarding the market availability has not yet dropped.
Notably, the phone’s camera carries a Hypertone branding. The side key doubles the functionality of a fingerprint sensor, apart from a dedicated alert slider.
Oppo Find N5 would launch in Cosmic Black and Misty White colors in the global market. Chinese consumers would get a unique Twilight Purple variant, probably featuring a plastic leather back.

Source – Oppo / X
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge to launch in Q2 2025 with some painful trade-offs

Last month, Samsung showcased the Galaxy S25 Edge before its official launch. Since the tentative availability remains to be known, new input from a credible source suggests that the official debut is not too far now.
According to Max Jambor, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge might launch in Q2 2025. It will be Samsung’s sleekest flagship yet in recent years. However, some unbearable trade-offs are likely due to reducing the thickness.
Following the Unpacked, Samsung told media that the Galaxy S25 Edge might release sometime in April. The new Q2 2025 tip makes sense as the current quarter ends on March 31, paving the way for the sleeker model to go official.
Galaxy S25 Edge Specs (Expected)
The Galaxy S25 Edge is rumored to have a slim design with dimensions: 158.2 x 75.5 x 5.84 mm, making it just 5.84 mm thick. The device could sport a 6.7″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a peak brightness of 2,600 nits and a 120Hz refresh rate.
The phone’s screen is said to be covered by Corning’s Gorilla Glass Victus 2 with 1.32mm bezels. In terms of optics, a 200-megapixel main camera and a 50-megapixel ultrawide sensor, as well as a 12MP selfie snapper is likely.
The upcoming S25 Edge might feature a lightweight Armor Aluminum frame. The smartphone will promise exceptional performance, thanks to its Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chip paired with 12GB of RAM and UFS 4.0 storage.
Last but not least, the device could have a 3,900mAh battery with 25W charging. Additional details include Bluetooth 5.4, Wi-Fi 7, and a USB 3.2 Type-C port. Well, all these details are based on speculation and leaks, so the official specs could differ.
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge to be incredibly lightweight, super slim

Galaxy S25 Edge is now the next big thing from Samsung. The dimensions of the device have recently been revealed and a new insight talks about the weight of the upcoming Galaxy S25 Edge.
According to IceUniverse, the Galaxy S25 Edge model’s weight will be lighter than the S25. Meanwhile, the source has not shared specific data about the phone’s weight in his latest X post.
Samsung has recently released the Galaxy S25 series smartphones. We have data on the dimensions and weight of the S25 trio as well as possible dimensions of the upcoming S25 Edge.
Dimensions and Weight
Leaked dimensions suggest that the Galaxy S25 Edge would share a form factor with the Galaxy S25 Plus. The height and width are very close to each other, while the major differences will be in-depth (thickness) and weight.
The Galaxy S25 weighs 162 grams, while the Plus weighs 190 grams and Ultra 218 grams. As per the leak, the Galaxy S25 Edge weighs less than 162 grams than the vanilla S25, pointing at a sharp downgrade in the battery capacity.
Here’s a quick breakdown of all models:
Samsung Galaxy S25:
- Dimensions: 146.9 mm x 70.5 mm x 7.2 mm
- Weight: 162 grams
Samsung Galaxy S25+:
- Dimensions: 158.4 mm x 75.8 mm x 7.3 mm
- Weight: 190 grams
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra:
- Dimensions: 162.8 mm x 77.6 mm x 8.2 mm
- Weight: 218 grams
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge:
- Dimensions: 158.2 mm x 75.5 mm x 5.84 mm
- Weight: Less than 162 grams
The Galaxy S25 Edge may be just 5.84mm thick, slimmer than the 7.2mm Galaxy S25. The thickness data is based on the prototype that Samsung showcased at the Unpacked event.
The vanilla variant comes with a 4000mAh battery, and chances are high that the S25 Edge’s battery capacity may remain under 4000mAh.
Samsung is expected to unveil the Galaxy S25 Edge in April or May this year.
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Some Galaxy S25 buyers regret their purchase due to overheating

Galaxy S25 is Samsung’s most powerful and smartest flagship lineup. The new phones are powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy. Meanwhile, some buyers are thinking of returning the Galaxy S25 back to Samsung due to overheating.
Samsung has launched the Galaxy S25 series on January 22. The company has announced the worldwide availability on February 7. This year, Samsung has started early delivery of pre-order units in various parts of the world.
Snapdragon 8 Elite comes with Qualcomm’s in-house Oryon CPU. The new configuration offers incredibly improved performance but at a cost. Some Galaxy S25 buyers spotted overheating issues with the newly released flagships.
While the S25 Ultra manages to handle heat generation, it is not the same case with all buyers and the other two models. The vanilla Galaxy S25 sometimes feels difficult to handle due to noticeable overheating during longer gaming sessions.
Yes, mine has been getting pretty hot to the point I can feel it through the case. I’ve had it since the 30th and it hasn’t gotten any better. I upgraded from S24 due to heating and now I might move away from the S25 if this doesn’t get fixed with an update.
– Sad_Being9869, Reddit
Beyond that, some users noticed excessive heating during routine use and charging. It’s really a severe concern that the new premium smartphones are getting unbearably hot even in regular use cases such as web browsing and social media.
Following the release, the new phones are accused of overheating concerns. It seems the company’s larger vapor chamber cooling solutions are not enough to handle the heat generated by a 40% faster Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy processor.
Anyone else’s S25 ultra getting pretty hot during normal use and extremely hot when charging?
– jay8o99, Reddit
Mine too, it gets way too hot under normal use, haven’t tried it with games yet 2-3 days normal use
– Satoon71, Reddit
Mine is absolutely roasting hot after doing simple things. It’s really worrying. I think I’m gonna return it if Samsung don’t issue sooner update for it this month.
– FieldOfFox, Reddit
Samsung would acknowledge the complaints and promise a software fix as it usually does. An imminent acknowledgment is likely as the volume of complaints is concerning and doesn’t seem an avoidable matter.
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