Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $1099 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 74/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 has the bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 2,827,538); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 has the stronger camera (146 vs 140); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is thinner (5.8mm vs 7.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 2827538
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 2880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 9100
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 89/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 89/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Bigger battery: 4000 vs 3900 mAh
- Lighter: 162g vs 163g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1099
- Better camera (77/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 1 points higher (75/100 vs 74/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100). 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 S26 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge are nearly equal (77/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge are nearly equal (31/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (97/100 vs 89/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 3034849 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2970 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9490 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | 146 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Samsung Galaxy S26 by 7.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Samsung Galaxy S26 was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100).
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 S26 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge are nearly equal (77/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge are nearly equal (31/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (97/100 vs 89/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.