Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs Samsung Galaxy S25+

Our verdict: On contract, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge works out £122.12 cheaper overall than the Samsung Galaxy S25+. With 200MP on the rear, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has the higher-resolution camera. For a lighter carry, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge wins at 163g. Without a contract, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is the better deal at £549.00 SIM-free.

Screen
6.7" 6.7"
Display
Dynamic AMOLED 2X Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1440 x 3120 1440 x 3120
Pixels Per Inch
513 513
Rear Camera
200 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8750-3-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Storage
256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Android 15 Android 15
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-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
5.4, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
159 x 76 x 5.8 mm 158.44 x 75.79 x 7.35 mm
Weight
163 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
£11.95/mo (£439.00 upfront) £34.08/mo (£0.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£549.00 £634.99
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge Samsung Galaxy S25+ Samsung Galaxy S25+
Screen 6.7" 6.7"
Display Dynamic AMOLED 2X Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1440 x 3120 1440 x 3120
Pixels Per Inch 513 513
Rear Camera 200 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM8750-3-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Storage 256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB
OS Android 15 Android 15
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-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 5.4, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 159 x 76 x 5.8 mm 158.44 x 75.79 x 7.35 mm
Weight 163 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 £11.95/mo
£439.00 upfront
£34.08/mo
£0.00 upfront
SIM-free £549.00 £634.99
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is cheaper on contract at £695.80 over the life of the deal from £11.95 per month with £439.00 upfront.

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

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 513 pixels per inch, and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge 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 S25 Edge or Samsung Galaxy S25+?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge features a 200 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 S25 Edge or Samsung Galaxy S25+?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £549.00.

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

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

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

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is powered by the Qualcomm SM8750-3-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 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 S25 Edge or Samsung Galaxy S25+?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is the more portable of the two — it's 27g lighter at 163 grams, both are similar in overall footprint, and is slimmer at 5.8mm thick.

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

Both phones run Android 15.