Samsung Galaxy S24 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Samsung Galaxy S24 (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 61/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S24 has the bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 1,820,628); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is thinner (5.8mm vs 7.7mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S24
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Samsung Galaxy S24 better?
- Bigger battery: 4000 vs 3900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 1820628
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 2115
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 6826
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 167g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 78/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S24 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 14 points higher (75/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S24 — 36/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (91/100 vs 78/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (73/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge are nearly equal (31/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (97/100 vs 82/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S24 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2400 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1820628 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2115 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6826 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.2" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.0 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.5×75.9×7.7 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S24
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S24
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S24
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S24 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Samsung Galaxy S24 by 40.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Samsung Galaxy S24 was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (91/100 vs 78/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (73/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge are nearly equal (31/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (97/100 vs 82/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S24 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S24 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S24 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S24 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S24 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S24 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.