Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S25
Our Verdict: There's four years between the Galaxy S20 FE 5G and the Galaxy S25, so the Galaxy S25 is ahead on most things. The S25 leads on camera hardware with a 50MP main sensor to the S20 5G Fan Edition's 12MP, and the S20 5G Fan Edition packs the bigger battery, 4500mAh against 4000mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use. The S25 goes up to 512GB of storage, where the S20 5G Fan Edition tops out at 256GB, and the S20 5G Fan Edition has the bigger screen, 6.5" against 6.2". If you're on the S20 5G Fan Edition, the S25 is a real step up, but only worth it if the changes above matter to you.
If you'd rather pay up front, the S20 5G Fan Edition is the cheaper buy at £149 SIM-free.
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Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G
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Samsung Galaxy S25
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| Expert Rating | 4.3 10 reviews |
4.1 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.5" | 6.2" |
| Display | Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 405 | 416 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 32 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 990 | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Battery | 4,500 mAh | 4,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 15 |
| SIM Type | Standard 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 | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 159.8 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm | 146.9 x 70.4 x 7.2 mm |
| Weight | 190 grams | 162 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - |
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| SIM-free | £149.00 | £399.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G has the bigger screen at 6.5" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S25's 6.2", the Samsung Galaxy S25 has the sharper display at 416 pixels per inch versus 405, and the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G uses a Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen panel while the Samsung Galaxy S25 has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G features a 12 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 Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £149.00.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G and Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G and Samsung Galaxy S25 use?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is powered by the Exynos 990, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 is the more portable of the two: it's 28g lighter at 162 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.9 x 70.4 x 7.2 mm, and is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy S25?
Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G and Samsung Galaxy S25 run?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G runs Android 10 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.