Samsung Galaxy S25 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Samsung Galaxy S25 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, 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 66/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 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 2,920,032); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is thinner (5.8mm vs 7.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2970
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9600 vs 9490
- Bigger battery: 4000 vs 3900 mAh
- Lighter: 162g vs 163g
- 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 2920032
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (73/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 9 points higher (75/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 — 46/100, 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, both devices are on the same level — 91/100. 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 S25 (73/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 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 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2920032 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9600 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 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 | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25
- 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 S25
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Samsung Galaxy S25 by 3.8% 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, both devices are on the same level — 91/100.
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 S25 (73/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 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 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge 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 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.