Motorola Moto E 15 vs Samsung Galaxy S25+
Our Verdict: The S25+ has a noticeably higher-resolution main camera, 50MP against the Motorola Moto E 15's 32MP, plus a 12MP selfie camera against 8MP, and only the S25+ is a 5G phone; the Moto E 15 maxes out at 4G. Storage goes higher on the S25+, up to 512GB against 64GB, and the S25+ has the sharper display at 513 PPI to 264. 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" | 6.7" |
| Display | IPS LCD | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 720 x 1604 | 1440 x 3120 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 264 | 513 |
| 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 | 4,900 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 | 158.44 x 75.79 x 7.35 mm |
| Weight | 188 grams | 190 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP54, dust and splash resistant | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - |
£69.83/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £70.00 | £489.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Moto E 15 or Samsung Galaxy S25+?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy S25+ 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+ 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 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: they weigh about the same (188 grams vs 190 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 158.44 x 75.79 x 7.35 mm, and is slimmer at 7.35mm 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.