Samsung Galaxy S25 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus

Compare Samsung Galaxy S25 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy, 50MP vs…

Samsung

Galaxy S25 Plus

$999

5categories won

15 categories tied · 22 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus proves superior overall against the Samsung Galaxy S25, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. In camera testing, the two devices offer similar flexibility, while battery endurance leans towards the Galaxy S25 Plus. Choose the Galaxy S25 Plus if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy S25 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryGalaxy S25 Plus

Galaxy S25 Plus takes battery honors offering 4,900 mAh alongside 45W charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy S25 Plus

Galaxy S25 Plus provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy and 12GB RAM.

📸 CameraTie

Both camera setups are closely matched for daily street photography and low-light shooting.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy S25

Galaxy S25 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $799 vs $999.

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 S25 vs Galaxy S25 Plus: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25, Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus
Specification	Galaxy S25	Galaxy S25 Plus
Screen size	6.2"	6.7"
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1440 x 3120Winner
Pixel density	416 ppi	513 ppiWinner
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	2600 nits	2600 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25, Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus
Specification	Galaxy S25	Galaxy S25 Plus
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy
Process node	3 nm	3 nm
AnTuTu score	2,680,000	3,080,000Winner
Geekbench multi	9650	9600
Maximum RAM	12 GB	12 GB
Maximum storage	512GB	512GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25, Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus
Specification	Galaxy S25	Galaxy S25 Plus
Main sensor	50 MP	50 MP
Rear cameras	3	3
Optical zoom	3x	3x
Ultrawide	12 MP	12 MP
Selfie camera	12 MP	12 MP
Max video	8K at 30fps, 4K at 60fps	8K at 30fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25, Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus
Specification	Galaxy S25	Galaxy S25 Plus
Capacity	4,000 mAh	4,900 mAhWinner
Wired charging	25 W	45 WWinner
Wireless charging	15 W	15 W

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25, Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus
Specification	Galaxy S25	Galaxy S25 Plus
Weight	162 gWinner	190 g
Thickness	7.2 mm	7.3 mm
Water resistance	IP68	IP68
Build	Enhanced Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front & back	Enhanced Armor Aluminum frame, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front and back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25, Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus
Specification	Galaxy S25	Galaxy S25 Plus
Operating system	Android 15	Android 15
OS updates	7 years	7 years
Security updates	7 years	7 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25, Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus
Specification	Galaxy S25	Galaxy S25 Plus
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$799Winner	$999