Samsung Galaxy A25 5G A256EXXU4BXE3
SM-A256E 32 countries Android 14

Samsung Galaxy A25 5G A256EXXU4BXE3 Firmware

Samsung Galaxy A25 5G A256EXXU4BXE3 is an Android 14 firmware for 32 countries, 43 CSC codes. It is the same firmware configured per region and carrier (CSC). Find your country below, verify the file and download for free. Compared with the previous build A256EXXS4AXE6, Android and the bootloader binary are unchanged, so you can switch between the two in both directions. A newer build for SM-A256E is available: A256EXXSEEZH9.

OS updates guaranteed until: Android 18. Security updates until: Jan 23, 2029
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Android 14
OS Version
2024-06-24
First release
other regions until 2024-07-01
2024-05-01
Security patch
32
Countries
43
CSC codes
4
Bootloader binary

Bootloader binary 4. Flashing firmware with a lower binary is usually blocked by Samsung anti-rollback.

Newer builds of Samsung Galaxy A25 5G use bootloader binary E (14) (latest: A256EXXSEEZH9). If your device already runs binary E (14), this build cannot be flashed.

All regional downloads

Pick your region (CSC) to download the matching firmware package.

Paste your current build number from Settings > About phone (About tablet) > Software information, or the output of *#1234#.
    Your CSC is in Settings → About phone (About tablet) → Software information, or dial *#1234#. The CSC sets your region's features and network bands. Download the firmware for your country.
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    MODEM/CP Version: A256EXXU4BXE3
    ModelRegionCSC VersionBuild DateRelease dateSizeFile nameDownload
    SM-A256E
    ACR, KSA Saudi Arabia
    AFG Afghanistan
    AFR, DKR Kenya
    ECT Nigeria
    +11 more countries
    EGY Egypt
    FWD, MWD Morocco
    ILO Israel
    LYS Libya
    MID Iraq
    PAK, PKD Pakistan
    TUN Tunisia
    TUR Turkey
    XFA, XFE, XFV South Africa
    XSG United Arab Emirates
    ILP
    A256EOJM4BXE3 2024-07-01 2024-06-27 6.869 GiB
    SM-A256E_1_20240529194110_q1n9g0tsus_fac.zip
    SM-A256E
    BKD Bangladesh
    INS India
    NPB Nepal
    SLK Sri Lanka
    A256EODM4BXE3 2024-06-24 2024-06-24 7.258 GiB
    SM-A256E_1_20240604174000_r8n74va4wg_fac.zip
    SM-A256E
    BRI Taiwan
    GLB, XTC Philippines
    MM1, SIN, STH, XSP Singapore
    MYM Myanmar (Burma)
    +5 more countries
    THL Thailand
    XME Malaysia
    XNZ New Zealand
    XSA Australia
    XXV Vietnam
    A256EOLM4BXE3 2024-06-27 2024-06-24 6.939 GiB
    SM-A256E_1_20240529193050_8m7ttc172a_fac.zip
    SM-A256E
    CAU, SKZ Kazakhstan
    A256EOXE4BXE3 2024-07-01 2024-06-27 6.782 GiB
    SM-A256E_1_20240530222640_lxwsudxab0_fac.zip
    SM-A256E
    PNG Papua New Guinea
    A256EPNG4BXE3 2024-06-24 2024-06-24 6.789 GiB
    SM-A256E_1_20240529192922_5nhwpcg45c_fac.zip
    SM-A256E
    VFJ Fiji
    A256EVFJ4BXE3 2024-06-24 2024-06-24 6.775 GiB
    SM-A256E_1_20240529183530_rehio51ztn_fac.zip
    SM-A256E
    XID Indonesia
    A256EOLE4BXE3 2024-06-27 2024-06-27 6.98 GiB
    SM-A256E_1_20240529200430_2d0g1kd6uu_fac.zip

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    Device specifications

    • Display diagonal16.5 cm (6.5")
    • Display resolution1080 x 2340 pixels
    • RAM6 GB
    • Rear camera resolution50 MP
    • Rear camera typeTriple camera
    • Battery capacity5000 mAh
    • Weight197 g

    Specifications of SM-A256B, a regional variant of the same device. Chipset and SIM lines are left out: they can differ by region.

    What's new in A256EXXU4BXE3

    One UI 6.1 Upgrade
    Create epic images

    Copy and paste from one image to another
    Add a missing element to your picture. Just clip an object from an image in Gallery, then go to the image where you want to paste it and choose Paste from clipboard in the More options menu.

    More accurate image clipping
    Get exactly the area you need to clip without any unwanted parts. When you clip an image in Gallery, you have the option of editing the selected area before you save it so you can get your selection just right.

    Improved Gallery search
    The search screen has been redesigned to make it easier to use. Results are now categorized by type, such as people, places, albums, or stories.

    Change playback speed
    More videos now support changing the playback speed when you edit a video in Gallery. You can make your video play faster or slower in a specific section that you select or for the entire video.

    Edit videos on multiple devices
    You can now continue your edits on your phone, tablet, or PC. Export your Studio projects to a file that can be opened on other Galaxy devices.

    Customize your Galaxy

    New wallpaper editing features
    Decorate your wallpaper however you like. When you select an image to use as your wallpaper, you can now apply frames and effects. When your wallpaper includes a person or animal, you can apply depth effects to make the subject stand out from the background.

    More widgets for your Lock screen
    Additional widgets are available for your Lock screen and Always On Display so you can quickly check useful information without unlocking your phone. The new widgets include Weather, Samsung Health, Battery, Reminder, Calendar, and Clock.

    Customize alarm alerts
    Use an image, video, or AR emoji to create your own custom alert screens for each alarm. You can even change the layout of where the alarm information appears on the screen.

    More stickers to personalize your calendar
    You can now add up to 2 stickers for each date on your calendar. Stickers for events are now shown next to the event name in Month view.

    Revamped Calendar settings
    Calendar settings have been reorganized to be more intuitive. You can also set background colors and images for full-screen calendar alerts.

    Customize reminder alerts
    Create the right background for each of your reminders. You can now set colors and background images for full-screen reminder alerts.

    Do more with reminder categories
    You can now choose a representative icon for each reminder category. You can also pin categories you use frequently to the top of the category list.

    Turn modes on or off from the Home screen
    Turn modes on and off more quickly than before. The new Mode widget lets you add modes directly to your Home screen.

    Reorder your modes
    You can now change the order that modes are listed on the Modes tab in Modes and Routines.

    New routine conditions
    You can now start a routine when an alarm of your choice starts ringing or when Smart View connects or disconnects.

    Connect and share

    Share with more devices
    Quick Share has merged with Google's Nearby Share. In addition to Galaxy devices, you can now share with other Android devices even without an internet connection.

    Locate your devices
    The new Samsung Find app lets you see where all your Galaxy devices are on a map any time. If you lose a device, additional features are available to help you find the device and protect your data.

    Share your location with others
    With Samsung Find, you can share your location with family, friends, or anyone that you trust. Share for a limited time or all the time. You're always in control of who can see your location.

    Sync Internet tab groups with other devices
    Easily pick up where you left off during your last browsing session no matter which device you were using. Tab groups that you create on one device will appear in Samsung Internet on other Galaxy devices signed in to your Samsung account.

    Protect your data

    Enhanced data protection in Samsung Cloud
    Rest assured that no one can access your data but you, even if there's a data breach. You can turn on end-to-end encryption for data that's synced with Samsung Cloud.

    Fast and secure sign-ins with passkeys
    Passkeys provide more security for web sign-ins without the need to remember complicated passwords. Use passkeys to sign in to supported websites with biometric authentication in Samsung Internet.

    Manage your health

    Enhanced exercise experience
    Compete against your past running results in Samsung Health to try to beat your previous time. You can also crop exercises after you finish to remove any unnecessary time at the beginning or end.

    More options for daily activity targets
    You now have more options for setting your daily activity targets in Samsung Health. If a step goal doesn't work for you, you can change to floors climbed or active hours instead.

    Improved cycle tracking
    When you record your physical symptoms and moods, options you've used frequently in the past will appear at the top of the screen. You can also now set custom moods if the default options don't match how you're feeling.

    Even more improvements

    Easier to access Video call effects and Mic mode
    Video call effects and Mic mode will now appear in the quick panel during voice and video calls so you can control how others see and hear you during calls. You can set a background color or image, focus on your voice by blocking background sounds, and more.

    More information in the Weather widget
    The weather widget will let you know when severe thunderstorms, snowfall, or other precipitation is on the forecast in your local area.

    Voice input without leaving the keyboard
    The keyboard now remains visible while using voice input so you can easily switch back to typing whenever you need to. Tap the mic button at the bottom of the screen to enter text using your voice at any time while using the keyboard.

    Open all minimized apps at once
    A new button lets you reopen all of the minimized apps at once when you have more than one pop-up window minimized.

    Google search suggestions in Finder
    When you search using Finder, you’ll also get suggested web searches from Google.

    More ways to protect your battery
    Choose from 3 different protection options to help extend your battery's lifespan. Basic protection keeps your charge between 95% and 100%. Adaptive protection pauses charging while you're asleep and finishes charging just before you wake up. You can also choose to limit the maximum charge to 80% for maximum protection.

    How to flash A256EXXU4BXE3

    • A256EXXU4BXE3 has bootloader binary 4. Your device must run binary 4 or lower: it is the 5th character from the end of your current build number.
    • CSC: Use CSC for a clean install, to change the region (CSC code), to downgrade or to repair a device that does not boot.
    • HOME_CSC: Use HOME_CSC to update the same model and region while keeping your data. Back up anyway: a failed update can still require a reset.
    • The Download Mode key combo depends on the model: see all combos.
    Full flashing guide
    Beware: Manually flashing firmwares may brick your device. Use it at your own risk and follow our tutorial steps.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    A256EXXU4BXE3 is Android 14 firmware for Samsung Galaxy A25 5G, released for 32 countries, 43 CSC codes. It includes the 2024-05-01 security patch. Samsung built it on 2024-06-24.

    No. A newer build for SM-A256E is available: A256EXXSEEZH9. Install it instead of A256EXXU4BXE3 unless you need this exact version. The previous build was A256EXXS4AXE6.

    Download the package for your region (CSC) and unzip it. In Odin, load each file into the slot with the same name: BL, AP, CP (if the package has one) and CSC, or HOME_CSC to keep your data. Odin checks the built-in checksum of every .tar.md5 file before flashing. The Samsung Galaxy A25 5G must be on bootloader binary 4 or lower.

    This build uses bootloader binary 4. It can be flashed on a Samsung Galaxy A25 5G running binary 4 or lower; if the device already has a higher binary, Odin stops with "SW REV CHECK FAIL". 3 other builds of this model use the same binary, so you can switch between them in both directions.

    Other builds and changelog for Samsung Galaxy A25 5G

    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    These changes may vary depending on the model, country, or network operator of the customer environment.

    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    These changes may vary depending on the model, country, or network operator of the customer environment.

    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    These changes may vary depending on the model, country, or network operator of the customer environment.

    One UI 8.5
    Visual design

    Fresh new look
    One UI seamlessly integrates into your daily routine by combining immersive visuals with meaningful personalization for a more refined and sophisticated design. Transparent blur effects add depth and make content easier to navigate, while floating elements react organically to your workflow for a more focused experience. Through familiar and intuitive data visualization, One UI delivers a design that feels both personal and relatable, helping you focus...

    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    These changes may vary depending on the model, country, or network operator of the customer environment.

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    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    These changes may vary depending on the model, country, or network operator of the customer environment.

    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    These changes may vary depending on the model, country, or network operator of the customer environment.

    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    These changes may vary depending on the model, country, or network operator of the customer environment.

    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    These changes may vary depending on the model, country, or network operator of the customer environment.

    One UI 8.0 (Android 16)
    Personalization

    Beautiful new wallpapers
    More choices are available to help you find the wallpaper that's right for you. New additions include interactive and dynamic wallpapers like color gradients that change over time.

    Productivity

    Check stock prices without unlocking
    Stocks you follow on Google Finance with big price changes will appear on your Now bar at the end of the trading day.

    Easier file sharing with Quick Share
    It's never been easier to send and recei...

    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    These changes may vary depending on the model, country, or network operator of the customer environment.

    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    These changes may vary depending on the model, country, or network operator of the customer environment.

    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    These changes may vary depending on the model, country, or network operator of the customer environment.

    One UI 7.0 Upgrade (Android 15)
    Bold new look

    Visual enhancements
    Enjoy a more sophisticated and unique look. One UI 7 introduces a stunning redesign to key components including buttons, menus, notifications and control bars, providing a more consistent visual experience with curves and circles. Beautiful new colors, soft animations, and an innovative blur effect that's unique to One UI make information hierarchy clearer and help you focus on important information.

    Reimagined Home screen
    Fr...

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    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.