Samsung Galaxy A22 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Our Verdict: Same maker, different budgets: the Galaxy A22 5G is the cheaper option and the Galaxy S25 Ultra the premium one. The S25 Ultra has the better camera on paper, 200MP versus 48MP, plus a 12MP selfie camera against 8MP, and the S25 Ultra has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.8" against 6.6" and sharper at 505 PPI. The S25 Ultra offers up to 1TB of storage versus 128GB on the A22 5G, and the S25 Ultra uses an OLED panel, which gives it richer contrast than the A22 5G's LCD. Get the S25 Ultra if those extras are worth it to you; otherwise the A22 5G covers the basics for less.
If you'd rather pay up front, the A22 5G is the cheaper buy at £100 SIM-free.
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Samsung Galaxy A22 5G
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
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| Expert Rating | 3.4 8 reviews |
4.4 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.6" | 6.8" |
| Display | TFT | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1440 x 3120 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 399 | 505 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 8 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | MediaTek MT6833 | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 64GB, 128GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Android | Android 15 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 167.2 x 76.4 x 9 mm | 162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm |
| Weight | 203 grams | 219 grams |
| Water Resistance | Not rated | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - |
£33.79/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £99.99 | £569.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G's 6.6", the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the sharper display at 505 pixels per inch versus 399, and the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G uses a TFT panel while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A22 5G features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 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 Samsung Galaxy A22 5G or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A22 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £99.99.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A22 5G is available in 64GB, 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra use?
The Samsung Galaxy A22 5G is powered by the MediaTek MT6833, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is more compact. It's 16g lighter at 203 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is actually the more compact phone at 162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is slimmer at 8.2mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A22 5G is rated Not rated, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra run?
The Samsung Galaxy A22 5G runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 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.