Croma, one of India's leading retail electronics chains, has officially kicked off its much-anticipated year-end shopping extravaganza. The Cromtastic December Sale promises substantial savings for consumers looking to upgrade to high-end smartphones, with a special spotlight on the latest flagship models.
Croma Festive Sale: Dates and Key Offers
The festive promotion is live across all Croma physical stores nationwide from 15 December 2024 to 4 January 2025. It's important for shoppers to note that offers and pricing available on the brand's official online platform may differ from the in-store deals. The sale features attractive discounts on a curated selection of premium devices from top brands including Samsung, Apple, Vivo, Oppo, Google, and OnePlus.
Among the most compelling deals is a significant price reduction on Samsung's newest top-tier model, the Galaxy S25 Ultra. This makes the device a highly attractive proposition for buyers considering a serious upgrade to a cutting-edge smartphone.
Galaxy S25 Ultra: A Deep Dive into the Deal
The centerpiece of this year's sale is the aggressive pricing on the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. The smartphone, which carries an in-store listed price of ₹1,29,999, can be purchased at a dramatically lower effective price during the promotion.
Croma is facilitating this through a combination of exchange benefits. Customers can avail an exchange benefit of up to ₹45,000 for their old device, coupled with an additional exchange bonus of up to ₹15,000. When these incentives are combined, the final payable amount for the Galaxy S25 Ultra can drop to an effective price of just ₹69,999. The exact final price depends on the model and condition of the device being exchanged.
What Makes the Galaxy S25 Ultra a Flagship Powerhouse?
Beyond the attractive price, the Galaxy S25 Ultra brings a host of premium features that justify its flagship status. The device sports a large 6.9-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a refresh rate of up to 120Hz. For enhanced durability and visibility, the screen is protected by Corning Gorilla Armor 2 and includes a special anti-reflection coating.
Samsung has also refined the design this year, moving to a more rounded profile compared to previous boxier edges. The handset is now slimmer at 8.2mm and lighter at 218g, aiming for better ergonomics and comfort during extended use.
Under the hood, it is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, customized for Samsung. This chipset emphasizes improved power efficiency and robust on-device AI capabilities, enabling advanced features like AI photo editing to be processed locally without heavy reliance on the cloud. The phone comes with 12GB of RAM and is available in 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB storage variants.
Camera and Battery: Notable Upgrades
The camera system sees meaningful upgrades. While it retains the formidable 200MP primary sensor, the ultra-wide camera has been upgraded to a 50MP sensor. The telephoto setup includes a 50MP lens with 5x optical zoom and a 10MP lens with 3x zoom. For selfies, it features a 12MP front-facing camera.
Powering the device is a 5,000mAh battery, supporting 45W wired fast charging and Fast Wireless Charging 2.0 for quick top-ups throughout the day.
Other Smartphone Highlights in the Sale
While the Galaxy S25 Ultra is a major draw, the Cromtastic December Sale features several other premium smartphones at discounted prices. Notable offers include:
- Vivo X300 Pro 5G at 8% off.
- Apple iPhone Air at 6% off.
- Google Pixel 10 Pro at 10% off.
- OnePlus 15R at 13% off.
- Attractive pricing on models like the Oppo Find X9 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro, and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7.
With its combination of aggressive exchange offers, direct discounts, and a wide selection of the latest devices, Croma's Cromtastic December Sale presents a prime opportunity for Indian consumers to acquire premium technology at significantly reduced costs. The sale window is limited, running only until the first week of January 2025.
