Samsung Galaxy A25 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Samsung Galaxy A25 (2023) runs on the Exynos 1280, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 48/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A25 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 615,425); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 197g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A25
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Samsung Galaxy A25 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 615425
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 956
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2082
- Lighter: 162g vs 197g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 34/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A25 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 26 points higher (74/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A25 leads (44/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (89/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Samsung Galaxy A25 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (77/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A25 is a bit better (44/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (89/100 vs 58/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A25 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1280 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 615425 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 956 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2082 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.5" Super AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.0×76.5×8.3 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A25
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A25
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A25
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A25 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Samsung Galaxy A25 by 78.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy A25
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (89/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Samsung Galaxy A25 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (77/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A25 is a bit better (44/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (89/100 vs 58/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A25 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 by 26 points (74/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A25 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy A25 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A25 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A25 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A25 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.