Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge Stumbles in Sales as Design Trade-Offs Take a Toll

Samsung recently launched the Galaxy S25 Edge, highlighting its ultra-slim, lightweight design. While the device turns heads with its sleek 5.8mm profile and 6.7-inch QHD+ display, early sales data suggests the trade-offs may be costing Samsung more than expected.

According to a new report from The Elec, Samsung has “considerably lowered” production of the S25 Edge this month due to weaker-than-expected sales. Typically, new phones enjoy a strong performance during their first three months on the market. However, insiders say the S25 Edge is already seeing a sharp decline in momentum, raising concerns internally.

This development comes on the heels of earlier speculation that Samsung might replace the Galaxy S26 Plus with an S26 Edge in 2026. At the time, sources noted that sluggish S25 Edge sales could prompt Samsung to retain the Plus model—a possibility that now appears increasingly likely.

Despite its appealing aesthetics and premium build, the Galaxy S25 Edge sacrifices several core features. It lacks a large battery, fast wired charging, and a dedicated telephoto camera—shortcomings that are especially noticeable at its $1,100 price point.

Android Authority’s Ryan Haines awarded the phone three out of five stars, citing poor thermal performance and inconsistent sustained speeds, even compared to the standard Galaxy S25. On the upside, he praised its refined design, solid primary camera, polished Samsung software, and overall build quality.

In a competitive market, it seems the Galaxy S25 Edge’s minimal form factor wasn’t enough to outweigh its compromises—especially with more well-rounded flagship alternatives available.