Motorola Moto E 15 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Our Verdict: The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has the better camera on paper, 200MP versus 32MP, plus a 12MP selfie camera against 8MP, and only the S25 Edge is a 5G phone; the Motorola Moto E 15 maxes out at 4G. The Moto E 15 packs the bigger battery, 5200mAh against 3900mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use, and the S25 Edge offers up to 512GB of storage versus 64GB on the Moto E 15. The S25 Edge 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.
If you'd rather pay up front, the Moto E 15 is the cheaper buy at £70 SIM-free.
Motorola Moto E 15
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
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| Screen | 6.67" | 6.7" |
| Display | IPS LCD | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 720 x 1604 | 1440 x 3120 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 264 | 513 |
| Rear Camera | 32 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 8 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Mediatek Helio G36 (12 nm) | Qualcomm SM8750-3-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Battery | 5,200 mAh | 3,900 mAh |
| Storage | 64GB | 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 | 159 x 76 x 5.8 mm |
| Weight | 188 grams | 163 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP54, dust and splash resistant | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - |
£14.99/mo
£129.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £70.00 | £479.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Moto E 15 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has the sharper display at 513 pixels per inch versus 264, and the Motorola Moto E 15 uses a IPS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Moto E 15 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Motorola Moto E 15 features a 32 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has a 200 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 Edge?
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 Edge?
The Motorola Moto E 15 is available in 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Motorola Moto E 15 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge use?
The Motorola Moto E 15 is powered by the Mediatek Helio G36 (12 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge uses the Qualcomm SM8750-3-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Moto E 15 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is the more portable of the two: it's 25g lighter at 163 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 159 x 76 x 5.8 mm, and is slimmer at 5.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Moto E 15 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Motorola Moto E 15 is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge 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 Edge run?
The Motorola Moto E 15 runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge 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.