Samsung Galaxy A57 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Over a full contract, the A57 works out around £446 all-in, about £69 less than the S25 Edge.
11 reviews 3.8
11 reviews
Samsung Galaxy A57
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
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| Expert Rating | 3.6 11 reviews |
3.8 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.7" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1440 x 3120 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 385 | 513 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 32 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 1580 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8750-3-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 3,900 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm | 159 x 76 x 5.8 mm |
| Weight | 179 grams | 163 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£14.99/mo
£60.00 upfront |
£14.99/mo
£129.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £427.00 | £479.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
Cheapest Deals
Samsung Galaxy A57
£14.99 per month, £60 upfront.
Use code: SAVING10 (£10 off)
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
£14.99 per month, £129 upfront.
Use code: SAVING10 (£10 off)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Samsung Galaxy A57 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A57 is cheaper on contract at £445.76 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £60.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A57 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 385, and the Samsung Galaxy A57 uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A57 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy A57 features a 50 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 Samsung Galaxy A57 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy A57 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £427.00.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A57 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy A57 is available in 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A57 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge use?
The Samsung Galaxy A57 is powered by the Exynos 1580 (4 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 Samsung Galaxy A57 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is the more portable of the two: it's 16g 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 Samsung Galaxy A57 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy A57 is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min), 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 Samsung Galaxy A57 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge run?
The Samsung Galaxy A57 runs Android 16 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.