Samsung Galaxy S24+ vs Samsung Galaxy S25+

Our verdict: Looking at total contract cost, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is £70.96 less expensive than the Samsung Galaxy S24+. For a lighter carry, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ wins at 190g. Only the Samsung Galaxy S25+ carries an IP68 water-resistance rating — the Samsung Galaxy S24+ isn't rated. If contracts aren't your thing, the Samsung Galaxy S24+ at £429.00 SIM-free is the cheaper buy.

Screen
6.7" 6.7"
Display
Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1440 x 3088 1440 x 3120
Pixels Per Inch
509 513
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Storage
256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Android 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/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm 158.44 x 75.79 x 7.35 mm
Weight
196 grams 190 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£71.50/mo (£30.00 upfront) £34.08/mo (£0.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£429.00 £634.99
Samsung Galaxy S24+ Samsung Galaxy S24+ Samsung Galaxy S25+ Samsung Galaxy S25+
Screen 6.7" 6.7"
Display Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1440 x 3088 1440 x 3120
Pixels Per Inch 509 513
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Storage 256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB
OS Android 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/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm 158.44 x 75.79 x 7.35 mm
Weight 196 grams 190 grams
Water Resistance Not rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £71.50/mo
£30.00 upfront
£34.08/mo
£0.00 upfront
SIM-free £429.00 £634.99
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Samsung Galaxy S24+ or Samsung Galaxy S25+ cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is cheaper on contract at £817.92 over the life of the deal from £34.08 per month with £0.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S24+ or Samsung Galaxy S25+?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 509 pixels per inch, and both use Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S24+ or Samsung Galaxy S25+?

The Samsung Galaxy S24+ 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 S24+ or Samsung Galaxy S25+?

The Samsung Galaxy S24+ is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £429.00.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S24+ and Samsung Galaxy S25+?

The Samsung Galaxy S24+ is available in 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S24+ and Samsung Galaxy S25+ use?

The Samsung Galaxy S24+ is powered by the Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm), 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 S24+ or Samsung Galaxy S25+?

The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is the more portable of the two — it's 6g lighter at 190 grams, both are similar in overall footprint, and is slimmer at 7.35mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S24+ or Samsung Galaxy S25+?

The Samsung Galaxy S24+ is rated Not rated, while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy S24+ and Samsung Galaxy S25+ run?

The Samsung Galaxy S24+ 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.