Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Our Verdict: The Galaxy S20 FE 5G and the Galaxy S25 Edge are five years apart, which is enough for a real difference. The S25 Edge leads on camera hardware with a 200MP main sensor to the S20 5G Fan Edition's 12MP, and the S20 5G Fan Edition packs the bigger battery, 4500mAh against 3900mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use. The S25 Edge has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.7" against 6.5" and sharper at 513 PPI, and the S25 Edge offers up to 512GB of storage versus 256GB on the S20 5G Fan Edition. The S25 Edge is the better phone; upgrade from the S20 5G Fan Edition if you want the newer hardware, or hold on if yours still does the job.
Buying outright, the S20 5G Fan Edition starts at £149 SIM-free.
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Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
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| Expert Rating | 4.3 10 reviews |
3.8 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.5" | 6.7" |
| Display | Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1440 x 3120 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 405 | 513 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 32 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 990 | Qualcomm SM8750-3-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Battery | 4,500 mAh | 3,900 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 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 | 159 x 76 x 5.8 mm |
| Weight | 190 grams | 163 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 | £454.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G's 6.5", the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has the sharper display at 513 pixels per inch versus 405, and the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G uses a Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen panel while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G features a 12 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 S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
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 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge use?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is powered by the Exynos 990, 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 S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is more compact. It's 27g lighter at 163 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is actually the more compact phone at 159.8 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is slimmer at 5.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
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 Edge run?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G runs Android 10 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.