Head to head
Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs Samsung Galaxy S25
Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads 6 to 1 on the 7 rankable specs, but Samsung Galaxy S25 costs $200 less.
Catalog as of September 1, 2026
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Samsung sibling models compared across generations.
Our recommendation: Compare the spec differences below to see if the price premium justifies the newer model's additions.
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Straight answer
Overall: 6 to 1
Buy the Samsung Galaxy S25+.
- Leads 6 of 7 rankable overall specs; Samsung Galaxy S25 takes 1.
- Size: 6.7 inches vs 6.2 inches
- Capacity: 4,900 mAh vs 4,000 mAh
- Samsung Galaxy S25 is $200 cheaper. Pay the difference only if size matters to you.
At a glance
The handful of numbers that decide most purchases in this category.
Weight
Galaxy S25+
190 g (6.70 oz)
Galaxy S25
162 g (5.71 oz)
Size
Galaxy S25+
6.7 inches
Galaxy S25
6.2 inches
Chipsetsame
Galaxy S25+
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy (3 nm)
Galaxy S25
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy (3 nm)
RAMsame
Galaxy S25+
12 GB
Galaxy S25
12 GB
Max optical zoomsame
Galaxy S25+
3x optical zoom
Galaxy S25
3x optical zoom
Capacity
Galaxy S25+
4,900 mAh
Galaxy S25
4,000 mAh
The 90-Day Owner Regret Check
Documented ergonomic quirks, hardware annoyances, and maintenance realities reported by real owners.
Galaxy S25+: What to watch for
- Hidden Cost
No wall charging adapter included in the retail box.
Galaxy S25: What to watch for
- Hidden Cost
No wall charging adapter included in the retail box.
Body
leads 1-0| Dimensions | 158.4 × 75.7 × 7.3 mm | 146.9 × 70.4 × 7.2 mm |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 190 g (6.70 oz) | 162 g (5.71 oz) (wins this row: lower) |
| Build | Enhanced Armor Aluminum frame with Gorilla Glass Victus 2 back | Enhanced Armor Aluminum frame with Gorilla Glass Victus 2 back |
| Water / dust rating | IP68 (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) | IP68 (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) |
| Colors | Silver Shadow, Midnight Black, Moon Night Blue, Sparkling Green | Silver Shadow, Midnight Black, Moon Night Blue, Sparkling Green |
| Stylus | No | No |
Display
leads 3-0| Type | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
|---|---|---|
| Size | 6.7 inches (wins this row: higher) | 6.2 inches |
| Resolution | 3120 × 1440 (QHD+) (wins this row: higher) | 2340 × 1080 (FHD+) |
| Pixel density | 513 ppi (wins this row: higher) | 416 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz (1–120Hz LTPO) | 120 Hz (1–120Hz LTPO) |
| Peak brightness | 2,600 nits peak | 2,600 nits peak |
| HDR | HDR10+, HLG | HDR10+, HLG |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| Always-on display | Yes | Yes |
Platform
0 differences| Operating system | Android 15 (One UI 7) | Android 15 (One UI 7) |
|---|---|---|
| Software support | 7 generations of OS upgrades & 7 years security updates | 7 generations of OS upgrades & 7 years security updates |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy (3 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy (3 nm) |
| CPU | 8-core Oryon CPU (2× 4.47 GHz Prime + 6× 3.53 GHz Performance) | 8-core Oryon CPU (2× 4.47 GHz Prime + 6× 3.53 GHz Performance) |
| GPU | Adreno 830 | Adreno 830 |
Memory
leads 1-0| RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | 256 GB (wins this row: higher) | 128 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB (UFS 4.0) | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB |
| microSD | No | No |
Rear camera
0 differences| Main | 50 MP (f/1.8, 24mm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS) | 50 MP (f/1.8, 24mm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultrawide | 50 MP (f/1.9, 120° FOV, Dual Pixel PDAF) | 50 MP (f/1.9, 120° FOV, Dual Pixel PDAF) |
| Telephoto | 10 MP (f/2.4, 67mm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom) | 10 MP (f/2.4, 67mm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom) |
| Max optical zoom | 3x optical zoom | 3x optical zoom |
| Stabilization | OIS on main and 3x telephoto cameras | OIS on main and 3x telephoto cameras |
| Video | 8K at 30 fps, 4K at 30/60/120 fps, HDR10+ | 8K at 30 fps, 4K at 30/60/120 fps, HDR10+ |
Front camera
0 differences| Selfie camera | 12 MP (f/2.2, 26mm, Dual Pixel PDAF) | 12 MP (f/2.2, 26mm, Dual Pixel PDAF) |
|---|---|---|
| Selfie video | 4K at 30/60 fps | 4K at 30/60 fps |
Battery & charging
leads 2-0| Capacity | 4,900 mAh (wins this row: higher) | 4,000 mAh |
|---|---|---|
| Wired chargingNot on the official sheet | 45W fast wired charging (up to 65% in 30 min) (wins this row: higher) | 25W wired fast charging (up to 50% in 30 min) |
| Wireless charging | 15W Fast Wireless Charging 2.0 | 15W Fast Wireless Charging 2.0 |
| Reverse wireless | 4.5W Wireless PowerShare | 4.5W Wireless PowerShare |
| Charger in box | No | No |
Audio
0 differences| Speakers | Stereo speakers tuned by AKG | Stereo speakers tuned by AKG |
|---|---|---|
| Headphone jack | No | No |
Connectivity
0 differences| Cellular | 5G (sub-6 GHz and mmWave) | 5G (sub-6 GHz and mmWave) |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be tri-band) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be tri-band) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| NFC | Yes (Samsung Pay / Google Pay) | Yes (Samsung Pay / Google Pay) |
| USB | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (DisplayPort video out) | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (DisplayPort video out) |
| SIM | Dual eSIM / Nano-SIM + eSIM | Dual eSIM / Nano-SIM + eSIM |
Features
1 differences| Biometrics | Ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor + 2D Face unlock | Ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor + 2D Face unlock |
|---|---|---|
| Extra controls | None | None |
| Standout features | Galaxy AI suite (Circle to Search, Now Brief, Live Translate, Note Assist), Samsung DeX desktop mode, UWB support | Compact 7.2mm lightweight design, Galaxy AI suite (Now Brief, Live Translate, Circle to Search), Samsung DeX |
Which one should you buy
Pick this one if
Samsung Galaxy S25+
6.7-inch Galaxy S25+ featuring Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy, QHD+ 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 12GB RAM standard, and upgraded 50MP ultrawide.
- Snapdragon 8 Elite custom 3nm performance with 12GB RAM standard
- Sharp QHD+ 120Hz LTPO screen with slim 7.3mm profile
- 7 years of full Android OS and security upgrades
What you give up
- No built-in S Pen stylus like the Ultra
- Telephoto zoom capped at 3x optical
Pick this one if
Samsung Galaxy S25
Compact 6.2-inch flagship phone with Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy, 12GB RAM, Dynamic AMOLED 2X 120Hz display, and 7 years of OS updates.
- Flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite power in a lightweight 162g compact body
- RAM upgraded to 12GB standard across all storage tiers
- 7 years of Android OS and security upgrades
What you give up
- Wired charging capped at 25W
- Base storage starts at 128GB
Best for each use
Photos
Too close to call on photos from the spec sheets.
Battery & updates
For battery & updates, buy the Samsung Galaxy S25+.
Games & video
Too close to call on games & video from the spec sheets. Only size is rankable here.
Done deciding?
Open the full standalone spec sheet for either device.
Manufacturer pages: Samsung Galaxy S25+ ↗ · Samsung Galaxy S25 ↗
Common questions
Which is cheaper, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Samsung Galaxy S25?
Samsung Galaxy S25 costs $200 less at list price.
What is the biggest catch with the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or Samsung Galaxy S25?
Both has this deal-breaker: no stylus. No pen input for handwritten notes or markup.
Which is better for photos, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Samsung Galaxy S25?
Too close to call on photos from the spec sheets.
What cannot be compared from spec sheets?
Of the 48 specs tracked here, 41 are descriptive and cannot be ranked on numbers alone. Spec sheets also cannot measure subjective factors like build quality, real-world performance, or comfort.