The two Galaxy phones share their processor and core software platform, but differ in display size, cameras, storage choices and physical design. These specifications help you see which differences are likely to matter in daily use.
General
Both are Samsung 5G smartphones with IP68 protection and 12GB RAM, but the S25 Edge is taller and thinner while the S25 5G is slightly lighter.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | Samsung Galaxy S25 5G |
|---|
| Brand | Samsung | Samsung |
| Model | Galaxy S25 Edge | Galaxy S25 5G |
| India launch | May 13, 2025 | January 22, 2025 announcement |
| Network support | 5G and LTE | 5G and LTE |
| Dimensions | 158.2 x 75.6 x 5.8 mm | 146.9 x 70.5 x 7.2 mm |
| Weight | 163 g | 162 g |
| Warranty | 1-year manufacturer warranty on listed Bajaj Mall variants | 1-year manufacturer warranty on listed Bajaj Mall variants |
| Water and dust resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
Display and design
The S25 Edge has a 6.7-inch QHD+ screen for more viewing space and finer resolution, while the S25 5G has a compact 6.2-inch FHD+ panel.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | Samsung Galaxy S25 5G |
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| Display size | 6.7-inch | 6.2-inch |
| Display type | Dynamic AMOLED 2X | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 3120 x 1440 pixel | 2340 x 1080 pixel |
| Refresh rate | Adaptive 1-120Hz | Adaptive 1-120Hz |
| Display protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 on front | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| Frame | Titanium | Armour aluminium |
| Thickness | 5.8 mm | 7.2 mm |
| Weight | 163 g | 162 g |
| Fingerprint sensor | In-display | In-display |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
➜ Buy this if: Pick the S25 Edge if screen size and a 5.8 mm body matter more. The S25 5G is easier to handle if you prefer a smaller 6.2-inch phone.
Performance and software
Both phones use the same 3nm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy processor, Adreno 830 graphics and 12GB LPDDR5X RAM, so their core hardware platform is closely matched.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | Samsung Galaxy S25 5G |
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| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy | Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy |
| CPU | Octa-core, up to 4.47GHz | Octa-core, up to 4.47GHz |
| Manufacturing process | 3nm | 3nm |
| GPU | Adreno 830 | Adreno 830 |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB |
| RAM type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |
| Operating system at launch | Android 15 | Android 15 |
| User interface at launch | One UI 7 | One UI 7 |
| Storage type | UFS 4.0 | UFS 4.0 |
➜ Keep in mind: Matching processors do not guarantee identical benchmark scores. Cooling, body design and software conditions can change sustained performance.
Camera features
The S25 Edge uses a 200MP main camera for high-resolution images, while the S25 5G adds a 10MP telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom for distant subjects.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | Samsung Galaxy S25 5G |
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| Rear setup | 200MP + 12MP | 50MP + 10MP + 12MP |
| Main camera | 200MP, f/1.7, OIS | 50MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Ultra-wide camera | 12MP, f/2.2 | 12MP, f/2.2 |
| Telephoto camera | No dedicated telephoto camera | 10MP, 3x optical zoom |
| Front camera | 12MP | 12MP |
| Main-camera OIS | Yes | Yes |
| Rear video recording | Up to 8K at 30 frames per second | Up to 8K at 30 frames per second |
| Rear flash | Yes | Yes |
➜ Pro tip: The S25 Edge suits shoppers who prioritise high-resolution main-camera shots. The S25 5G is more flexible when you regularly photograph subjects at a distance because it has a dedicated telephoto camera.
Storage and connectivity
The S25 Edge starts at 256GB storage, while the S25 5G also offers a 128GB option. Both support modern connectivity such as 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 and NFC.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | Samsung Galaxy S25 5G |
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| Storage options | 256GB/512GB | 128GB/256GB/512GB |
| Expandable storage | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| GPS | Supported | Supported |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| USB | USB Type-C | USB Type-C |
| 3.5 mm headphone jack | No | No |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
➜ Keep in mind: Neither model supports expandable storage. Choose enough internal storage at purchase if you keep large photo, video or game libraries on the phone.
Battery and other features
The S25 5G has a slightly larger 4,000 mAh battery, while the S25 Edge uses 3,900 mAh. Both support 25 W wired charging and wireless charging.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | Samsung Galaxy S25 5G |
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| Battery | 3,900 mAh | 4,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 25 W | 25 W |
| Samsung-rated 30-minute charging | Up to 55% | Up to 50% |
| Wireless charging | Supported | Fast Wireless Charging 2.0 |
| Wireless PowerShare | Supported | Supported |
| Stereo speakers | Yes | Yes |
| Fingerprint sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, barometer, fingerprint, gyro, geomagnetic, Hall, light and proximity sensors | Accelerometer, barometer, fingerprint, gyro, geomagnetic, Hall, light and proximity sensors |