Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim vs Samsung Galaxy S26
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (2024) and the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 37/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (81/100 vs 35/100)
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (15/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 17 points higher (54/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads (81/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (15/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (81/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (15/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (97/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | — | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, One UI 7 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | — | 162 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
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- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (64/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (81/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (15/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (97/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads on camera score (81/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.