Samsung Galaxy S22 vs Samsung Galaxy S25+

Our Verdict: Cost-conscious buyers should notice the SIM-free split between Samsung Galaxy S22 and Samsung Galaxy S25+. Samsung Galaxy S22 starts at £149.99; Samsung Galaxy S25+ starts at £539.99. Samsung Galaxy S25+ has the display edge, pairing a 6.7" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel with 513 PPI while Samsung Galaxy S22 uses a 6.1" Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen at 422 PPI. Samsung Galaxy S25+ offers more headroom at up to 512GB rather than Samsung Galaxy S22's 256GB. Buy Samsung Galaxy S22 if cost is the deciding factor, and move to Samsung Galaxy S25+ only if the specific hardware gains above are worth the extra outlay to you.

The S22 5G is the cheaper one to own: around £433 over a typical contract, £442 less than the S25+.

Expert Rating
4.3
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.7"
Display
Dynamic AMOLED 2X Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1440 x 3120
Pixels Per Inch
422 513
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
10 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 2200 Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
3,700 mAh 4,900 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Android Android 15
SIM Type
Triple 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
5.2, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
46 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm 158.44 x 75.79 x 7.35 mm
Weight
167 grams 190 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
£12.99/mo (£99.00 upfront) £69.83/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£149.00 £539.99

Prices updated 16 July 2026

Samsung Galaxy S22 Samsung Galaxy S22 Samsung Galaxy S25+ Samsung Galaxy S25+
Expert Rating 4.3
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.7"
Display Dynamic AMOLED 2X Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1440 x 3120
Pixels Per Inch 422 513
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 10 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 2200 Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 3,700 mAh 4,900 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB 256GB, 512GB
OS Android Android 15
SIM Type Triple 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 5.2, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 46 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm 158.44 x 75.79 x 7.35 mm
Weight 167 grams 190 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 £12.99/mo
£99.00 upfront
£69.83/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free £149.00 £539.99
Prices updated 16 July 2026
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Samsung Galaxy S22
Samsung Galaxy S22

24 Months

128GB

Phantom Black

Refurbished

10GB

Data

£12.99 per month, £99 upfront.

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Samsung Galaxy S25+
Samsung Galaxy S25+

12 Months

256GB

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5GB

Data

£69.83 per month, £30 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Samsung Galaxy S22 or Samsung Galaxy S25+ cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S22 is cheaper on contract at £433.16 over the life of the deal from £12.99 per month with £99.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S22 or Samsung Galaxy S25+?

The Samsung Galaxy S25+ has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S22's 6.1", the Samsung Galaxy S25+ has the sharper display at 513 pixels per inch versus 422, and the Samsung Galaxy S22 uses a Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S22 or Samsung Galaxy S25+?

The Samsung Galaxy S22 features a 50 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 S22 or Samsung Galaxy S25+?

The Samsung Galaxy S22 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £149.00.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S22 and Samsung Galaxy S25+?

The Samsung Galaxy S22 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S22 and Samsung Galaxy S25+ use?

The Samsung Galaxy S22 is powered by the Exynos 2200, 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 S22 or Samsung Galaxy S25+?

The Samsung Galaxy S22 is the more portable of the two: it's 23g lighter at 167 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 46 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S22 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 S22 and Samsung Galaxy S25+ run?

The Samsung Galaxy S22 runs Android 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.