Samsung Galaxy A25 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S23 FE

Compare Samsung Galaxy A25 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S23 FE side by side: Exynos 1280 (5 nm) vs Exynos 2200 (4 nm) / Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm), 50MP vs 50MP…

Samsung

Galaxy S23 FE

$599

3categories won

13 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE proves superior overall against the Samsung Galaxy A25 5G, outperforming on gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Galaxy A25 5G takes the lead, while the Galaxy S23 FE is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Galaxy S23 FE if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy A25 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryGalaxy A25 5G

Galaxy A25 5G wins on endurance with 5,000 mAh and 25W fast charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy S23 FE

Galaxy S23 FE provides greater sustained gaming output with its Exynos 2200 (4 nm) / Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) and 8GB RAM.

📸 CameraGalaxy S23 FE

Galaxy S23 FE takes photography with 50MP optics and 3x optical telephoto capabilities.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy A25 5G

Galaxy A25 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $299 vs $599.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

Galaxy A25 5G vs Galaxy S23 FE: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A25 5G, Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Specification	Galaxy A25 5G	Galaxy S23 FE
Screen size	6.5"	6.4"
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1080 x 2340
Pixel density	396 ppi	403 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	1000 nits	1450 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A25 5G, Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Specification	Galaxy A25 5G	Galaxy S23 FE
Chipset	Exynos 1280 (5 nm)	Exynos 2200 (4 nm) / Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm)
Process node	5 nm	4 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	3,200,000	3,200,000
Geekbench multi	10800	10800
Maximum RAM	8 GB	8 GB
Maximum storage	256GB	256GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A25 5G, Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Specification	Galaxy A25 5G	Galaxy S23 FE
Main sensor	50 MP	50 MP
Rear cameras	3	3
Optical zoom	—	3x
Ultrawide	8 MP	12 MPWinner
Selfie camera	13 MPWinner	10 MP
Max video	4K at 30fps	8K at 24fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A25 5G, Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Specification	Galaxy A25 5G	Galaxy S23 FE
Capacity	5,000 mAhWinner	4,500 mAh
Wired charging	25 W	25 W
Wireless charging	25 WWinner	15 W

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A25 5G, Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Specification	Galaxy A25 5G	Galaxy S23 FE
Weight	197 gWinner	209 g
Thickness	8.3 mm	8.2 mm
Water resistance	IP54	IP68
Build	Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back with Key Island design	Corning Gorilla Glass 5 front and back, aluminum frame

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A25 5G, Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Specification	Galaxy A25 5G	Galaxy S23 FE
Operating system	Android 14, upgradable to Android 15	Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 (One UI 7)
OS updates	4 years	4 years
Security updates	4 years	4 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A25 5G, Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Specification	Galaxy A25 5G	Galaxy S23 FE
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)
Storage expansion	microSD	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$299Winner	$599