Samsung Galaxy S25 Series to Feature Older Display Technology Due to Cost Constraints
In a move that may surprise fans of the Samsung Galaxy series, the upcoming S25 lineup is expected to feature slightly older display technology. According to a recent report, the decision to use older technology is a cost-cutting measure, aimed at keeping the production costs of the handsets in check. This means that the Samsung Galaxy S25 series will not offer the same display improvements as its rivals, such as the iPhone 16 Pro models.
The report, which cites industry insiders, states that Samsung will equip the Galaxy S25 series with low-temperature polycrystalline oxide (LTPO) OLED panels built by Samsung Display using M13 organic materials. These are the same OLED materials used by the company to produce the displays for the Samsung Galaxy S24 series, which was launched earlier this year. In contrast, the iPhone 16 Pro models are built using M14 organic materials, which are the latest technology.
Display Chain Supply Consultants (DSCC) CEO Ross Young confirmed the news, stating that the decision to use M13 materials was made for "cost reasons." Young took to Twitter to share the news, saying "Confirmed with materials suppliers that the S25 Ultra will use M13 rather than M14 materials for cost reasons."
In addition to the display technology, the report also sheds some light on the display sizes of the upcoming flagship phones. The Galaxy S25 is expected to feature a 6.16-inch screen, while the Galaxy S25+ and the Galaxy S25 Ultra may sport 6.66-inch and 6.86-inch displays, respectively.
Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy S25 series of smartphones in early 2025, with Snapdragon 8 Elite chips. This is a departure from the previous year’s models, which used Exynos 2400 SoC in several markets. It is unclear whether the decision to use older display technology is related to the reported decision to use Snapdragon 8 Elite chipsets on all models.
While the use of older display technology may be a cost-cutting measure, it remains to be seen how it will affect the overall performance and user experience of the Galaxy S25 series. One thing is certain, however – Samsung fans will be eagerly awaiting the launch of the new lineup to see how it stacks up against its rivals.
