Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Our verdict: On contract, the Samsung Galaxy S23 works out £171.80 cheaper overall than the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge. Display goes to the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — it packs a bigger 6.7" screen and a sharper 513 PPI. For photography, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads with a 200MP main camera. If contracts aren't your thing, the Samsung Galaxy S23 at £217.99 SIM-free is the cheaper buy.
Samsung Galaxy S23
|
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Screen | 6.1" | 6.7" |
| Display | Dynamic AMOLED 2X | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1440 x 3120 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 422 | 513 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8750-3-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 15 |
| SIM Type | Nano 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 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm | 159 x 76 x 5.8 mm |
| Weight | 167 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 |
£16.00/mo
£109.00 upfront |
£11.95/mo
£439.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £217.99 | £579.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Samsung Galaxy S23 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is cheaper on contract at £524.00 over the life of the deal from £16.00 per month with £109.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S23 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S23's 6.1", the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has the sharper display at 513 pixels per inch versus 422, and both use Dynamic AMOLED 2X panels.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S23 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 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 S23 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £217.99.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S23 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S23 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge use?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is powered by the Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (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 S23 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy S23 is more compact. It's 4g lighter at 163 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy S23 is actually the more compact phone at 146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is slimmer at 5.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S23 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 S23 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge run?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 runs Android 13 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.