Samsung Galaxy S25 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Samsung Galaxy S25 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $799 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 75/100 vs 66/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 2,920,032).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9600 vs 9100
- Overall rating 66/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 2920032
- Better camera (77/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 9 points higher (75/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 — 46/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 64/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 81/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 (77/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 31/100. In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 2920032 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9600 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 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 | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Samsung Galaxy S25 by 7.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 91/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 (77/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 31/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 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 S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.