The phones share their 6.7-inch display size, processor and 12GB RAM, but differ clearly in design, cameras, battery size and charging. Comparing these details can help you choose based on how you actually use your phone.
General
The S25 Edge measures 158.2 x 75.6 x 5.8 mm and weighs 163 g, while the S25 Plus measures 158.4 x 75.8 x 7.3 mm and weighs 190 g.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus |
|---|
| Model | Galaxy S25 Edge | Galaxy S25+ |
| Manufacturer | Samsung | Samsung |
| India launch | 13 May 2025 | 22 January 2025 |
| SIM | Nano-SIM and eSIM support | Nano-SIM and eSIM support |
| Network support | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G |
| Dimensions | 158.2 x 75.6 x 5.8 mm, making it notably thin | 158.4 x 75.8 x 7.3 mm, allowing space for a larger battery |
| Weight | 163 g, which reduces weight in your hand or pocket | 190 g, reflecting its larger battery and body |
| Warranty | 1-year manufacturer warranty on Bajaj Mall-listed models | 1-year manufacturer warranty on Bajaj Mall-listed models |
Display and design
Both phones use a 6.7-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen with a 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate and 2,600 nits peak brightness for smooth and bright viewing.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus |
|---|
| Display size | 6.7-inch, giving more room for video and reading | 6.7-inch, giving the same viewing area |
| Display type | Dynamic AMOLED 2X, offering deep blacks and strong contrast | Dynamic AMOLED 2X, offering deep blacks and strong contrast |
| Resolution | 3120 x 1440 pixel QHD+, providing detailed text and images | 3120 x 1440 pixel QHD+, providing the same sharp resolution |
| Refresh rate | Adaptive 1-120Hz, making scrolling and supported games smoother | Adaptive 1-120Hz, making scrolling and supported games smoother |
| Peak brightness | 2,600 nits, helping outdoor visibility | 2,600 nits, helping outdoor visibility |
| Front protection | Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| Rear protection | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| Frame | Titanium, used to keep the thin body strong | Armour aluminium |
| Fingerprint sensor | In-display | In-display |
| Water and dust resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
➜ Buy this if: Choose the S25 Edge if reducing bulk matters more than battery size. Both screens are 6.7-inch, so you do not give up display area by choosing the thinner model.
Performance and software
Both phones use the 3nm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chipset with CPU speeds up to 4.47GHz, Adreno 830 graphics and 12GB LPDDR5X RAM for demanding apps and multitasking.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus |
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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 |
| GPU | Adreno 830 | Adreno 830 |
| Manufacturing process | 3nm, designed for high performance and efficiency | 3nm, designed for high performance and efficiency |
| 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 |
| Software support | Seven generations of operating system upgrades and seven years of security updates | Seven generations of operating system upgrades and seven years of security updates |
➜ Keep in mind: The same processor does not guarantee identical sustained performance. The phones use different internal designs, so temperature and performance can vary during long gaming or video-editing sessions.
Camera features
The S25 Edge combines a 200MP main and 12MP ultra-wide camera, while the S25 Plus adds a 10MP 3x telephoto camera to its 50MP main and 12MP ultra-wide setup.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus |
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| Rear camera setup | 200MP + 12MP | 50MP + 10MP + 12MP |
| Main camera | 200MP, f/1.7 with OIS, useful when you want high-resolution detail | 50MP, f/1.8 with OIS, suited to general everyday photography |
| Ultra-wide camera | 12MP with autofocus, useful for wide scenes and macro shots | 12MP, useful for group photos and landscapes |
| Telephoto camera | No dedicated telephoto camera | 10MP with 3x optical zoom, useful for distant subjects |
| Optical-quality zoom | 2x through the main camera | 2x through the main camera plus 3x optical telephoto |
| Front camera | 12MP | 12MP |
| Rear video recording | Up to 8K at 30 frames per second | Up to 8K at 30 frames per second |
| Front video recording | Up to 4K at 60 frames per second | Up to 4K at 60 frames per second |
| Optical image stabilisation | Yes, on the main camera | Yes, on the main and telephoto cameras |
| Rear flash | Yes | Yes |
➜ Pro tip: Pick the S25 Plus if you often photograph concerts, pets, children or distant subjects. Its dedicated 3x optical telephoto camera gives you a framing option the S25 Edge does not have.
Storage and connectivity
Both phones offer 256GB and 512GB storage without a memory-card slot, plus Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC and Ultra-Wideband connectivity for compatible devices and accessories.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus |
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| Storage options | 256GB/512GB | 256GB/512GB |
| Expandable storage | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 across compatible 2.4GHz, 5GHz and 6GHz networks | Wi-Fi 7 across compatible 2.4GHz, 5GHz and 6GHz networks |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| GPS | GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo and QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo and QZSS |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Ultra-Wideband | Yes | Yes |
| USB | USB Type-C, USB 3.2 Gen 1 | USB Type-C, USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
| 3.5 mm headphone jack | No; wired audio uses USB Type-C | No; wired audio uses USB Type-C |
➜ Keep in mind: Neither phone supports a memory card. If you regularly record 4K or 8K video, choosing 512GB at purchase can reduce your dependence on cloud storage later.
Battery and other features
The S25 Plus combines a 4,900 mAh battery with 45 W charging, while the thinner S25 Edge uses a 3,900 mAh battery with 25 W charging.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus |
|---|
| Battery capacity | 3,900 mAh | 4,900 mAh |
| Samsung-rated video playback | Up to 24 hours | Up to 30 hours |
| Wired charging | 25 W; Samsung rates up to 55% in about 30 minutes | 45 W; Samsung rates up to 65% in about 30 minutes |
| Wireless charging | Supported | Fast Wireless Charging 2.0 |
| Wireless PowerShare | Supported | Supported |
| Stereo speakers | Yes | Yes |
| Fingerprint sensor | In-display | In-display |
| Samsung DeX | Supported | Supported |
| Security | Samsung Knox and biometric security | Samsung Knox and biometric security |
| Water and dust protection | IP68 | IP68 |
➜ Buy this if: The S25 Plus is the more practical option for long video sessions or heavy daily use. The Edge trades 1,000 mAh of battery capacity for a 5.8 mm body.