Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 79/100 vs 70/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,780,751 vs 2,763,072); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25+
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25+ better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1299
- Better display (89/100 vs 88/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2780751 vs 2763072
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 9700
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 9 points higher (79/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 50/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 68/100; 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 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S25+ are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (89/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (81/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S25+ are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (72/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2763072 | 2780751 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25+ and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S25+ by 0.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Samsung Galaxy S25+ was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S25+ are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (89/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (81/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S25+ are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (72/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra edges out the Samsung Galaxy S25+ by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25+ over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.