Comparison
Galaxy S25 vs Galaxy S25 FE: Which Samsung Should You Buy?
The Galaxy S25 is the pick if you want a small, light phone with the faster Snapdragon 8 Elite and 12GB of RAM. The S25 FE is the pick if you want a bigger 6.7-inch screen, a bigger battery and faster 45W charging.
Buy the Galaxy S25 if you want a compact 6.2-inch phone with the fastest chip, 12GB of RAM and an ultrasonic fingerprint reader. Buy the Galaxy S25 FE if you want a bigger 6.7-inch screen, a 4900 mAh battery and 45W charging, and you are happy with a slightly slower chip.
You want a small, light phone
You want the fastest chip and 12GB of RAM
You play demanding games
You want the faster ultrasonic fingerprint reader
You want a big 6.7-inch screen
You want a bigger battery and 45W charging
You use your phone for video and reading
Skip both if: you want a 5x zoom, a 200MP camera or an S Pen. Get the Galaxy S25 Ultra.
The short version
These two phones share a lot. Both have a 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen, a 50MP main camera, a 12MP ultra wide, a 3x telephoto, a 12MP selfie camera, IP68, wireless charging, Galaxy AI and up to seven major Android updates.
They are built for different people. The Galaxy S25 is small and light with Samsung's top chip. The S25 FE, short for Fan Edition, is bigger, with a larger battery and faster charging, but a slower Exynos 2400 chip and 8GB of RAM.
What's different
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| Galaxy S25 | Galaxy S25 FE | |
|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2025 | September 2025 |
| Screen | 6.2" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 1080 x 2340 | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 1080 x 2340 |
| Refresh rate | Up to 120Hz | Up to 120Hz |
| Peak brightness | 2600 nits | 1900 nits |
| Chip | Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy | Exynos 2400 |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB (Canada) | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| Main camera | 50MP, OIS | 50MP, OIS |
| Ultra wide | 12MP | 12MP |
| Telephoto | 10MP, 3x optical | 8MP, 3x optical |
| Front camera | 12MP | 12MP |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4900 mAh |
| Wired charging | 25W | 45W |
| Wireless charging | 15W, reverse wireless | 15W, reverse wireless |
| Fingerprint reader | Ultrasonic, under display | Optical, under display |
| Front and back glass | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Size | 146.9 x 70.5 x 7.2 mm | 161.3 x 76.6 x 7.4 mm |
| Weight | 162 g | 190 g |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Refurbished price | From $659.99 | From $589.99 |
Size: small and light or big screen
This is the first thing to decide.
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The Galaxy S25 has a 6.2-inch screen and weighs 162 g. It is one of the most compact flagship phones you can buy, and it is easy to use with one hand.
The S25 FE has a 6.7-inch screen and weighs 190 g. It is the same screen size as the S25+, which makes it better for video, reading and games. If you have bigger hands or want more screen, the FE is the better fit.
Performance: Snapdragon vs Exynos
The Galaxy S25 uses the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy, the same chip as the S25+ and S25 Ultra, with 12GB of RAM.
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It is one of the fastest Android chips of its year.
The S25 FE uses the Exynos 2400 with 8GB of RAM. It is still a fast chip and handles apps, social media, photos and most games smoothly. You will notice the gap in benchmarks and long, demanding gaming sessions more than in daily use.
Both run Galaxy AI features such as Circle to Search, Live Translate and photo editing tools.
Battery and charging
The S25 FE has the bigger battery, 4900 mAh against 4000 mAh, and charges faster at 45W wired against 25W.
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If you are a heavy user, the FE is easier to get through a long day with.
The Galaxy S25 has a smaller battery, but the efficient Snapdragon chip helps. Samsung rates it at up to 29 hours of video playback. Both phones support 15W wireless charging and can share power with earbuds or a watch through reverse wireless charging.
Cameras
On paper the camera setups look alike.
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Both have a 50MP main camera with OIS, a 12MP ultra wide and a 3x telephoto. The S25 has a 10MP telephoto with a larger sensor than the FE's 8MP telephoto, so 3x shots hold up a little better, especially indoors.
Both shoot 8K video at up to 30 fps and have a 12MP selfie camera. For most people, photos from both look very similar in good light.
Screen, build and extras
The S25 uses an LTPO panel that can slow its refresh rate down to save battery, and it is brighter at up to 2600 nits peak against 1900 nits on the FE.
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Both are full HD+ at 1080 by 2340 and both go up to 120Hz.
The S25 has Gorilla Glass Victus 2 and a faster ultrasonic fingerprint reader. The FE has Gorilla Glass Victus+ and an optical fingerprint reader. The S25 adds Wi-Fi 7, while the FE has Wi-Fi 6E. Both have aluminum frames, IP68 and no microSD slot.
Price range
Refurbished, the Galaxy S25 starts at $659.99 and the Galaxy S25 FE starts at $589.99. Higher storage and better grades cost more. Prices on this page update live from our store.
Want the same big screen with the faster chip? Look at the Galaxy S25+. Browse the full Galaxy S25 series, or see the newer Galaxy S26 series. Have an older phone? You can sell or trade it in.
Should you buy new or refurbished?
Both phones get up to seven major Android updates, so a refurbished model still has years of support ahead.
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Every phone we sell is inspected and tested, unlocked, and backed by up to a 1-year warranty and 14-day returns. Grades describe looks only. Read new vs used vs refurbished to learn more.
Still choosing? Our buying guides: best phones in Canada, best camera phones, best battery life and best phones for seniors.
FAQ
Is the Galaxy S25 FE better than the Galaxy S25?
Not overall. The S25 has a faster chip, more RAM and a brighter screen. The S25 FE wins on screen size, battery size and charging speed.
What chip does the Galaxy S25 FE use?
The Exynos 2400. The Galaxy S25 sold in Canada uses the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy.
Does the Galaxy S25 FE have a telephoto camera?
Yes. It has an 8MP telephoto with 3x optical zoom. The Galaxy S25 has a 10MP 3x telephoto.
Which has better battery life, S25 or S25 FE?
The S25 FE has a bigger 4900 mAh battery and faster 45W charging. The S25 has a 4000 mAh battery and 25W charging.
How many updates will the S25 and S25 FE get?
Samsung promises up to seven major Android OS updates for both phones.
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