Fairphone 4 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
Comparing the Fairphone 4 (2021) and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (2024) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads — 37/100 vs 19/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP.
Fairphone 4
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- Longer battery life (9/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (81/100 vs 49/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 18/100)
Comparing the Fairphone 4 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim scores 18 points higher (37/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads (81/100 vs 49/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 4 leads (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (81/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Fairphone 4 is a bit better (9/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (50/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 4 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (79/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Fairphone 4 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 750G | — | |
| AnTuTu | 517683 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 601 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1882 | — | |
| Display | 6.3" IPS LCD | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3905 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 20W | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 25 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 15, One UI 7 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×75.5×10.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 225 g | — | |
| Price | $449 | — |
Fairphone 4
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 25MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Fairphone 4
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Fairphone 4
- 3905 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
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- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (81/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Fairphone 4 is a bit better (9/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (50/100 vs 18/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 4 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (79/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Fairphone 4 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim is noticeably better than the Fairphone 4 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Fairphone 4 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Fairphone 4 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Fairphone 4 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads on camera score (81/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Fairphone 4 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Fairphone 4 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.