SM-A256U1 9 countries Android 16

Samsung Galaxy A25 5G A256U1UESCDZD7 Firmware

Samsung Galaxy A25 5G A256U1UESCDZD7 is an Android 16 firmware for 9 countries, 19 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 A256U1UESBDZB2: bootloader binary raised from B (11) to C (12), so after installing it there is no way back to older builds; security patch 2026-04-05 instead of 2026-02-05. A newer build for SM-A256U1 is available: A256U1UESEEZJ1.

OS updates guaranteed until: Android 18Security updates until: Jan 27, 2029
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Android 16
OS Version
2026-05-04
First release
other regions until 2026-05-05
2026-04-05
Security patch
9
Countries
19
CSC codes
C (12)
Bootloader binary

Bootloader binary C (12). 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: A256U1UESEEZJ1). 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: A256U1UESCDZD7
    ModelRegionCSC VersionBuild DateRelease dateSizeFile nameDownload
    SM-A256U1
    ACG, AIO, ATT, CCT, LRA, TMB, TMK, USC, VZW, XAA, XAR United States
    ATC, CHA, DSA, DSH, FKR, TFV, XAG
    		A256U1OYMCDZD7 2026-05-04 2026-05-04 7.265 GiB
    SM-A256U1_3_20260420150031_j0ruyadfzp_fac.zip
    SM-A256U1
    PCT Puerto Rico
    		A256U1OWACDZD7 2026-05-05 2026-05-05 7.367 GiB
    SM-A256U1_3_20260417231741_axqae4egnx_fac.zip

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    How to flash A256U1UESCDZD7

    • A256U1UESCDZD7 has bootloader binary C (12). Your device must run binary C (12) 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.

    What's new in A256U1UESCDZD7

    • 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 patch: April 2026

    SMR Apr-2026 fixes 44 vulnerabilities, 14 of them critical. Android Security Bulletin: 33, Samsung Semiconductor: 4, Samsung-specific issues (SVE): 7.

    Most severe Samsung fixes:

    • high Improper check for exceptional conditions in Device Care prior to SMR Apr-2026 Release 1 allows physical attackers to bypass Knox Guard. (CVE-2026-21007)
    • high Improper input validation in Retail Mode prior to SMR Apr-2026 Release 1 allows local attackers to trigger privileged functions. (CVE-2026-21010)

    All fixes and Galaxy models with this patch

    Rollout of A256U1UESCDZD7 by region

    First release
    May 4, 2026
    Last region
    May 5, 2026
    Duration
    2 days
    Regions
    19
    1. Day 1 · · 18 regions
      United StatesACGAIOATTCCTLRATMBTMKUSCVZWXAAXARATCCHADSADSHFKRTFVXAG
    2. Day 2 · · 1 region
      Puerto RicoPCT

    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.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    A256U1UESCDZD7 is Android 16 firmware for Samsung Galaxy A25 5G, released for 9 countries, 19 CSC codes. It includes the 2026-04-05 security patch. Samsung built it on 2026-05-04.

    SMR Apr-2026 fixes 44 vulnerabilities, 14 of them critical. Android Security Bulletin: 33, Samsung Semiconductor: 4, Samsung-specific issues (SVE): 7.

    No. A newer build for SM-A256U1 is available: A256U1UESEEZJ1. Install it instead of A256U1UESCDZD7 unless you need this exact version. The previous build was A256U1UESBDZB2.

    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 C (12) or lower.

    This build uses bootloader binary C (12). It can be flashed on a Samsung Galaxy A25 5G running binary C (12) or lower; if the device already has a higher binary, Odin stops with "SW REV CHECK FAIL". 2 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.

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

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    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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