Samsung Galaxy S25 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
The Samsung Galaxy S25 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400; launch prices were $799 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE leads — 68/100 vs 66/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S25 is faster in AnTuTu (2,920,032 vs 2,087,886); the Samsung Galaxy S25 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 190g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2920032 vs 2087886
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2115
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9600 vs 6826
- Lighter: 162g vs 190g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 80/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 71/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 FE better?
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $799
- Better camera (56/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE scores 2 points higher (68/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 leads (91/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE leads (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE leads (50/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 — 46/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 FE — 50/100; 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 is a bit better (91/100 vs 80/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 (50/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (89/100 vs 71/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 | Samsung Galaxy S25 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 2400 | |
| AnTuTu | 2920032 | 2087886 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 2115 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9600 | 6826 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4700 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 118 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 161.3×76.6×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 and Samsung Galaxy S25 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 leads Samsung Galaxy S25 FE by 39.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Samsung Galaxy S25 FE was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 is a bit better (91/100 vs 80/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 (56/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 (50/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (89/100 vs 71/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE edges out the Samsung Galaxy S25 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE leads on camera score (56/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 leads on performance (91/100 vs 80/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is a better fit for gamers and power users.