Motorola Moto E 15 vs Samsung Galaxy S25
Our Verdict: The Samsung Galaxy S25 leads on camera hardware with a 50MP main sensor to the Motorola Moto E 15's 32MP, plus a 12MP selfie camera against 8MP, and the S25 supports 5G while the Moto E 15 tops out at 4G. The Moto E 15 has the bigger battery of the two, 5200mAh against 4000mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use, and the Moto E 15 has the bigger screen at 6.7" against 6.2", while the S25 has the sharper one at 416 PPI. The S25 is the one to have if you want what it adds, but the Moto E 15 is the smarter buy if you'd rather keep the money.
Buying outright, the Moto E 15 starts at £70 SIM-free.
Motorola Moto E 15
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Samsung Galaxy S25
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| Screen | 6.67" | 6.2" |
| Display | IPS LCD | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 720 x 1604 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 264 | 416 |
| Rear Camera | 32 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 8 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Mediatek Helio G36 (12 nm) | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Battery | 5,200 mAh | 4,000 mAh |
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android | Android 15 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 4G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 165.7 x 76 x 8.2 mm | 146.9 x 70.4 x 7.2 mm |
| Weight | 188 grams | 162 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP54, dust and splash resistant | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - |
£10.00/mo
£389.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £70.00 | £409.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Moto E 15 or Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Motorola Moto E 15 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S25's 6.2", the Samsung Galaxy S25 has the sharper display at 416 pixels per inch versus 264, and the Motorola Moto E 15 uses a IPS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy S25 has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Moto E 15 or Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Motorola Moto E 15 features a 32 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Motorola Moto E 15 or Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Motorola Moto E 15 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £70.00.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Moto E 15 and Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Motorola Moto E 15 is available in 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Motorola Moto E 15 and Samsung Galaxy S25 use?
The Motorola Moto E 15 is powered by the Mediatek Helio G36 (12 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S25 uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Moto E 15 or Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 is the more portable of the two: it's 26g lighter at 162 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.9 x 70.4 x 7.2 mm, and is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Moto E 15 or Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Motorola Moto E 15 is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Motorola Moto E 15 and Samsung Galaxy S25 run?
The Motorola Moto E 15 runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S25 runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.