Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S25+ has surfaced on Geekbench once again, this time powered by the cutting-edge Snapdragon 8 Elite, and the results are nothing short of impressive. These benchmark scores position the device as a formidable player in the next-gen Galaxy S25 lineup, promising a substantial performance boost over both the Galaxy S24+ and the base Galaxy S25.
Galaxy S25+ Geekbench Performance with Snapdragon 8 Elite
In its latest Geekbench listing, the Galaxy S25+ posted remarkable scores of 3160 in single-core and 9941 in multi-core tests. These numbers represent a significant leap over the base Galaxy S25, which scored 2481 and 8658 in single-core and multi-core tests, respectively. What’s more, the S25+ is even approaching the performance of Qualcomm’s reference Snapdragon 8 Elite units, showcasing Samsung’s efforts to fully harness the potential of this new chip.
The Geekbench results confirm the Galaxy S25+ will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, clocked at a higher-than-usual 4.47 GHz—an increase over the standard Snapdragon 8’s 4.32 GHz. The device is also equipped with 12 GB of RAM, matching the configuration of its predecessor, the Galaxy S24+. This combination of power and memory positions the S25+ as a true flagship contender. The S25 series is expected to launch on January 22 or 23.
Exynos Version Shows Mixed Results
In previous Geekbench listings, the Galaxy S25+ was spotted running Samsung’s in-house Exynos 2500 chipset, with significantly lower scores: 2359 in single-core and 8141 in multi-core tests. These results align closely with the performance of the Snapdragon 8 Elite-powered base Galaxy S25, but fall short compared to the S25+’s Snapdragon variant.
It seems Samsung is still fine-tuning the performance of both chips to strike the right balance between power consumption, thermal efficiency, and raw performance. While the Exynos version of the Galaxy S25+ lags behind the Snapdragon model in these benchmarks, the company’s efforts to optimize both processors are evident.
Looking Ahead: Snapdragon vs. Exynos
Samsung’s decision to use Exynos chipsets in markets outside the US, China, and select regions remains likely, although the Exynos 2500’s yield rate is reportedly low, with only around 20% of chips meeting quality standards from Samsung’s 3nm process. Meanwhile, the Snapdragon 8 Elite is expected to be a more premium (and pricier) option.
Despite this, the Snapdragon 8 Elite’s performance in already released devices suggests it can sustain the kind of results shown in these Geekbench tests. Whether Samsung can optimize the Exynos 2500 to match the Snapdragon variant’s performance will be crucial for the S25 lineup’s success across different markets.
The Galaxy S25+ with Snapdragon 8 Elite clearly stands out as a powerhouse, showcasing a significant leap in performance compared to its predecessors. As Samsung finalizes the tuning of both chipsets, it will be interesting to see whether the Exynos version can deliver similar gains or if the Snapdragon-powered variant will reign supreme in the flagship series. Either way, the Galaxy S25 series is shaping up to be a major performance upgrade for Samsung.
