Samsung Galaxy S25 vs Samsung Galaxy S25+

Our Verdict: Comparing Samsung Galaxy S25 and Samsung Galaxy S25+, the choice mostly comes down to display quality versus portability. The S25+ gives you a larger 6.7-inch screen, a sharper 513 PPI display, and a larger 4,900 mAh battery, while the S25 is more appealing for a lighter 162g body. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Choose the S25+ for display quality; choose the S25 if portability matters more.

The S25 is the cheaper one to own: around £648 over a typical contract, £232 less than the S25+.

Expert Rating
4.1
11 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Screen
6.2" 6.7"
Display
Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1440 x 3120
Pixels Per Inch
416 513
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
4,000 mAh 4,900 mAh
Storage
128GB, 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
146.9 x 70.4 x 7.2 mm 158.44 x 75.79 x 7.35 mm
Weight
162 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
£25.79/mo (£29.00 upfront) £69.83/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£414.99 £499.99
Samsung Galaxy S25 Samsung Galaxy S25 Samsung Galaxy S25+ Samsung Galaxy S25+
Expert Rating 4.1
11 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Screen 6.2" 6.7"
Display Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1440 x 3120
Pixels Per Inch 416 513
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 4,000 mAh 4,900 mAh
Storage 128GB, 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 146.9 x 70.4 x 7.2 mm 158.44 x 75.79 x 7.35 mm
Weight 162 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 £25.79/mo
£29.00 upfront
£69.83/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free £414.99 £499.99
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Samsung Galaxy S25
Samsung Galaxy S25

24 Months

128GB

Navy

10GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£25.79 a month, £29 upfront.

Samsung Galaxy S25+
Samsung Galaxy S25+

12 Months

256GB

Icy Blue

Refurbished

5GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£69.83 a month, £30 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S25 is cheaper on contract at £647.96 over the life of the deal from £25.79 per month with £29.00 upfront.

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

The Samsung Galaxy S25+ has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S25's 6.2", the Samsung Galaxy S25+ has the sharper display at 513 pixels per inch versus 416, and both use Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panels.

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

The Samsung Galaxy S25 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 S25 or Samsung Galaxy S25+?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £414.99.

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

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

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

The Samsung Galaxy S25 is powered by the Qualcomm SM8750-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 or Samsung Galaxy S25+?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 is the more portable of the two: it's 28g lighter at 162 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.9 x 70.4 x 7.2 mm.

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

Both phones run Android 15.