Samsung
Samsung Galaxy S25
The Samsung Galaxy S25 lands as a entry-level smartphone, built around Snapdragon 8 Elite.
42/100
Snapdragon 8 Elite120 Hz12 GBAMOLEDAluminiumAndroid 15
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Why we rate it
- 5G
- Scores 42/100
- Below-average refresh rate
Score profile
Scored against the smartphones classWhere the Samsung Galaxy S25 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Panel typeAMOLED
Refresh rate120 Hz
Design and build
Weight162 g
Frame materialAluminium
Performance
ChipsetSnapdragon 8 Elite
CPU cores8
Memory and storage
RAM12 GB
Base storage128 GB
Camera
Selfie camera12 MP
Software
Operating systemAndroid 15
Connectivity
5GYes
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowSamsung Galaxy S25 vs OnePlus OnePlus Nord 5 5G
Samsung Galaxy S25OnePlus Nord 5 5G
| SamsungSamsung Galaxy S25This page | OnePlusOnePlus Nord 5 5G | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42 /100 | 42 /100 |
| Size | — | 6 " |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Elite | Snapdragon 8s |
| RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB | 512 GBBetter |
| Capacity | — | 200 mAh |
Who it's for
Is the Samsung Galaxy S25 right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable smartphone for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need top-end performance and battery, in which case a higher-tier smartphone is the better call.
Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
okay
Everyday user
Browsing, docs, calls and media.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable machine for the basics.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Samsung Galaxy S25 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 42/100 against other smartphones, a entry-level result where the class average is around 48.
What stands out on the Samsung Galaxy S25?
Its 5g stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Nothing Phone 3a?
The Nothing Phone 3a scores 43/100 versus this one at 42/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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