The Samsung Galaxy S25 lineup makes powerful performance and groundbreaking features available in three different models. But which model is best for you? Let us take a closer look at the differences between Galaxy S25, S25+ and S25 Ultra so you can make an informed decision.
Design: Subtle Refinements
The new Galaxy S25 series features relatively few design changes compared to its predecessors but still offers some improvements. All three models come with rounded edges, but Ultra’s design is also the most squared off compared to the other two base models, S25 and S25+.
- Galaxy S25: The slimmest device, measuring at 5.71 ounces and 5.78 x 2.78 x 0.28 inches.
- Galaxy S25+: The medium-sized device measuring 6.24 x 2.98 x 0.29 inches and weighs 6.70 ounces.
- Galaxy S25 Ultra: The largest model at 6.41 x 3.06 x 0.32 inches and 7.69 ounces.
All the devices meet the IP68 standard for protection against water and dust. The S25 and S25+ have Armor Aluminum frames, while the Ultra model uses titanium. The Ultra version also includes Corning Gorilla Armor 2 on the front for additional protection.
Samsung Specifications and Display Features
Samsung’s excellent Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, and 2,600-nit peak brightness has been retained, allowing visibility under harsh lighting conditions to remain unmatched.
- 6.2 inches, 2,340 x 1,080 pixels—Galaxy S25
- 6.7 inches, 3,120 x 1,440 Pixels—Galaxy S25+
- 6.9 inches, 3,120 x 1,440 pixels—Galaxy S25 Ultra
Samsung managed to shrink the bezels on the S25 Ultra by 15% which has now enabled users to use a larger display without heavily increasing the dimensions of the phone.
Performance Features
All models now come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy which provides a staggering NPU boost of 40%, alongside and incredibly 37% CPU improvement and 30% increase in GPU. To enable more effective cooling, Samsung has also enlarged the vapor chambers to keep up with the powerful performance.
Universal RAM: 12GB for all models.
Storage Capacities:
- S25: 128 or 256GB
- S25+: 256 or 512GB
- S25 Ultra: 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
S25 and S25+ variants retain the same camera configuration as the previous models and include:
- 50MP (f/1.8) with OIS main camera
- 12MP (f/2.2) ultra-wide lens
- 10MP (f/2.4) 3x optical zoom telephoto lens
The newly introduced S25 Ultra is equipped with powerful cameras:
- 200MP (f/1.7) primary sensor
- 50MP always ultra-wide (new for this year)
- 10MP telephoto 3x optical zoom
- 50MP zoom galore with 5x optical and 100x Space Zoom. 8K video quality obtainable with 30fps frame rate, all models benefit from AI image enhancement features.
Battery and Charging
Capacity remains the same since the S24 lineup, *S25: 4,000mAh, *S25+: 4,900mAh, *S25 Ultra: 5,000mAh All models benefited from improved efficiency due to the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite and One UI 7, boosting longevity. In testing, all devices exceeded 14 hours, with the S25+ recording 14 hours 40 minutes.
Charging speeds have not changed from the previous generation S25: 25W, S25+: 45W, S25 Ultra: 45W. All models support 15W wireless charging and 4.5W reverse wireless charging.
Software and AI Features
Assisted by Galaxy AI features like Google’s Gemini hyper-specialized task tool, Samsung’s S25 range run Android 15 with One UI 7. AI Select for on-screen content recommendations, Circle-to-Search feature with text and audio recognition, and manual language queries within settings and galleries are within the devices.
Samsung guarantees 7 years of OS and Security updates, extending support for the devices greatly.
Which S25 Galaxy Phone is Right for You?
- Galaxy S25 – Perfect for those who like flagship specifications in a small package.
- Galaxy S25 Plus – Great for users who prefer larger and higher-resolution screens.
- Galaxy S25 Ultra – Best choice amongst power users who require advanced imaging tech, an S Pen, and 1TB storage.
While the S25 Ultra is the most capable, and offers the best features, it also has the highest cost – $1299.99. For those that do not need the additional S Pen or zoom capabilities, the S25 and S25+ carry slightly worse but cheaper performance.
No matter which model you choose, all are equipped with the cutting-edge AI features, flagship capabilities, and the sleek design of the newest smartphone series from Samsung.
