Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition
Our Verdict: The Galaxy S21 Plus and the Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition are four years apart, which is enough for a real difference. The S21+ 5G has the better camera on paper, 64MP versus 50MP, and there's more battery in the S21+ 5G, 4800mAh to 4000mAh, which usually means longer between charges. The S21+ 5G has the bigger screen at 6.7" against 6.2", while the S25 Enterprise Edition has the sharper one at 416 PPI, and the S21+ 5G offers up to 256GB of storage versus 128GB on the S25 Enterprise Edition. If you're on the S21+ 5G, the S25 Enterprise Edition is a real step up, but only worth it if the changes above matter to you.
Buying outright, the S21+ 5G starts at £139 SIM-free.
Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition
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| Screen | 6.7" | 6.2" |
| Display | Dynamic AMOLED 2X | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 393 | 416 |
| Rear Camera | 64 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 10 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 2100 | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Battery | 4,800 mAh | 4,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 128GB |
| OS | Android 11 | 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/6e | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 161.4 x 75.6 x 7.8 mm | 146.9 x 70.4 x 7.2 mm |
| Weight | 202 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 | - | - |
| SIM-free | £139.00 | £819.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus or Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition's 6.2", the Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition has the sharper display at 416 pixels per inch versus 393, and the Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus uses a Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus or Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus features a 64 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition 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 S21 Plus or Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £139.00.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus and Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus and Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition use?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus is powered by the Exynos 2100, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus or Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition is the more portable of the two: it's 40g 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 S21 Plus or Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition?
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 S21 Plus and Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition run?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus runs Android 11 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Enterprise Edition 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.