Samsung Galaxy A52 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Our Verdict: Same maker, different budgets: the Galaxy A52 5G is the cheaper option and the Galaxy S25 Ultra the premium one. The S25 Ultra has a dramatically higher-resolution main camera, 200MP against the A52 5G's 64MP, and the S25 Ultra packs the bigger battery, 5000mAh against 4500mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use. The S25 Ultra has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.8" against 6.5" and sharper at 505 PPI, and the S25 Ultra goes up to 1TB of storage, where the A52 5G tops out at 128GB. The S25 Ultra is the one to have if you want what it adds, but the A52 5G is the smarter buy if you'd rather keep the money.
If you'd rather pay up front, the A52 5G is the cheaper buy at £150 SIM-free.
Prices updated 26 July 2026
Samsung Galaxy A52 5G
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
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| Screen | 6.5" | 6.8" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1440 x 3120 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 405 | 505 |
| Rear Camera | 64 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 32 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750 5G | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Battery | 4,500 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Android 11 | 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, A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm | 162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm |
| Weight | 187 grams | 219 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP67 - Dust and water resistant | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - |
£33.79/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £149.99 | £569.99 |
| Prices updated 26 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G's 6.5", the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the sharper display at 505 pixels per inch versus 405, and the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G features a 64 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 A52 5G or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £149.99.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra use?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750 5G, 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 A52 5G or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is the more portable of the two: it's 32g lighter at 187 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant, 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 A52 5G and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra run?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G runs Android 11 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.