Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

Our verdict: Choosing the Samsung Galaxy S25+ on contract will save you £74.04 compared to the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. Photography fans should note the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra packs a 200MP main sensor. For a lighter carry, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ wins at 190g. SIM-free, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ comes in at £634.99 — the lower starting price of the two.

Expert Rating
4.0
10 reviews
4.4
12 reviews
Screen
6.7" 6.8"
Display
Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1440 x 3120 1440 x 3120
Pixels Per Inch
513 505
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Storage
256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
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/7
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
158.44 x 75.79 x 7.35 mm 162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm
Weight
190 grams 219 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
£34.08/mo (£0.00 upfront) £33.04/mo (£99.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£634.99 £709.00
Samsung Galaxy S25+ Samsung Galaxy S25+ Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Expert Rating 4.0
10 reviews
4.4
12 reviews
Screen 6.7" 6.8"
Display Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1440 x 3120 1440 x 3120
Pixels Per Inch 513 505
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Storage 256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
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/7
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 158.44 x 75.79 x 7.35 mm 162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm
Weight 190 grams 219 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 £34.08/mo
£0.00 upfront
£33.04/mo
£99.00 upfront
SIM-free £634.99 £709.00
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 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 S25+ or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 513 pixels per inch, and both use Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panels.

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

The Samsung Galaxy S25+ features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 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 S25+ or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £634.99.

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

The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is available in 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.

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

The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is powered by the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is the more portable of the two — it's 29g lighter at 190 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 158.44 x 75.79 x 7.35 mm, and is slimmer at 7.35mm thick.

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

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+ and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra run?

Both phones run Android 15.