Samsung’s S25 series is still a long way off. While the real deal will drop in February, itel has some interesting options for you—the S25 and S25 Ultra. Yes, you read that right. But don’t get too excited; these fall squarely in the “affordable” category.
itel launched these models in the Philippines as successors to the S24 series. itel S24 series, of course. From the name to the design, it’s clear that itel took a playful jab at the upcoming Galaxy S25 by introducing a similar squarish look, albeit with a unique ring light flash (plus a secondary one for good measure).
itel S25 / S25 Ultra Specifications
The S25 features a flat AMOLED display, while the S25 Ultra upgrades to a curved AMOLED with a two-tone color scheme.
The specs are, well, basic. The S25 boasts a 6.78-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. Powering it is a yet-to-be-confirmed chipset, though rumors point to the Unisoc T612.
You get a 50MP main camera paired with a 32MP selfie camera, DTS Audio for a supposed immersive listening experience, and a decent 5000mAh battery. Disappointingly, there’s no mention of fast charging on this model. It does come with IP54 splash resistance, which is a nice touch.
The S25 Ultra offers a slightly better spec sheet. It keeps the same display size and refresh rate, but upgrades to a curved AMOLED panel protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i (a less robust version of the Victus glass).
Inside, you’ll find the Unisoc T620 chipset, again paired with a 50MP main and 32MP selfie camera setup. You also get an in-display fingerprint sensor for added security. Thankfully, the Ultra version bumps the water resistance rating to IP64, making it more dust and water-resistant.
Price and Availability
The Itel S25 starts at PHP 5,799 (about USD 110) for the 8GB/128GB variant, while the S25 Ultra begins at PHP 10,999 (around USD 210) for the same RAM but double the storage at 256GB. The itel S25 is already open for pre-order, with the S25 Ultra following on November 10th.
The S25 comes in three colors—Bromo Black, Mambo Mint, and Sahara Gleam. The S25 Ultra, on the other hand, offers Meteor Titanium, Bromo Black, and Komodo Ocean.
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