For someone who uses a phone mostly on the move, reaching the other side of the keyboard can matter more than an extra half-inch of screen. The standard S25 preserves a useful third camera and Samsung’s flagship processor in the smallest member of its generation.
In depth
Samsung Galaxy S25 review
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Best forPeople who want a small Android flagship with a real portrait-length lens.
At a glance
- Screen size
- 6.2 inches
- Refresh rate
- Up to 120 Hz
- Processor
- Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy
- Storage / RAM
- 128GB / 256GB12GB RAM
- Rear cameras
- 50 MP main12 MP ultrawide10 MP 3× telephoto
- Battery capacity
- 4,000 mAh (typical)
Pros
- A dedicated 3× lens makes tighter framing possible without walking into the scene.
- The 128 GB and 256 GB versions have the same 12 GB of memory.
Cons
- Wired charging tops out at 25 W.
- The compact display leaves limited room to read two apps side by side.
Display
- 6.2-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- FHD+
- up to 120 Hz
A travel itinerary and the keyboard can compete for room on a screen this size. The trade is easier to appreciate when reading on a crowded train, where holding the phone in one hand frees the other for a rail. Adaptive refresh lets scrolling use more frequent updates than a stationary page.
Cameras
- 50 MP wide
- 12 MP ultrawide
- 3× optical telephoto
The 3× camera is the reason I would pick the S25 over a small phone with only a wide and ultrawide lens. It lets you fill the frame with a speaker across the table while keeping a comfortable distance. A distant player on a field is a different proposition. The Ultra adds a dedicated 5× view.
Performance & Storage
- Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy
- 12 GB RAM
Choosing 256 GB doubles the space available before software takes its share, without buying a faster processor. It makes sense for a long camera roll or several large games. For a phone used mainly for calls, navigation and streaming, the smaller capacity offers the same screen and lenses.
Battery & Charging
- 4,000 mAh typical
- up to 25 W wired
Tom’s Guide ran its S25 for 15 hours 43 minutes while repeatedly loading websites over a cellular connection, more than two hours longer than its S24 result. Its 25 W Samsung charger brought the S25 to 57% in half an hour. 1 That combination favors charging overnight over depending on a short stop before going out.
Alternatives
If the S24 already fits your hand and makes the photographs you want, judge the replacement against the charge you actually have left at night. Within this series, the 6.7-inch S25+ offers a larger reading surface, while the Ultra earns its extra bulk with a longer lens and a pen.
Verdict
Buy the S25 for the combination of grip, cameras and processing power. The 128 GB version is particularly easy to justify if your photos already live elsewhere. For maps beside messages or a lot of reading, handle the Plus first.
About this review
This is a research-based review. The Fasit has not physically tested this product.
Sources & Research
1 reference
Independent sources cited in this article.
- Tom’s GuideGalaxy S25 review and test findings (opens in a new tab)https://www.tomsguide.com/phones/samsung-phones/galaxy-s25-review
Continuous browsing over cellular and S24 comparison; S25 charge using Samsung 25 W adapter.