The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE, or “Fan Edition,” is the most budget-friendly option in the current Galaxy S smartphone lineup, positioned between the economical Galaxy A series and the pricier Galaxy S25 models: the S25, S25+, S25 Edge, and S25 Ultra. The Galaxy S25 Edge competes with the Apple iPhone Air, while the S25 Ultra stands in a league of its own regarding price and features. The S25 is notably smaller at 6.3 inches, making the S25 FE’s comparison with the 6.7-inch S25+ more relevant.
The Galaxy S25 FE and S25+ share some similarities, such as their aluminum frames and IP68 rating, but differ in several key areas. The S25+ features Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 and a more robust Armor Aluminum frame, whereas the S25 FE uses Gorilla Glass Victus+ and a standard aluminum frame. Storage options vary, with the S25+ offering 12 GB of RAM and a minimum of 256 GB storage, while the S25 FE provides 8 GB of RAM and starts at 128 GB. Notably, the S25 FE supports DeX desktop mode but lacks WiFi 7, ultra-wideband, and faster USB-C speeds found in the S25+.
Both models run on the Galaxy AI suite and will receive updates for seven years, but the S25 FE has the advantage of launching with Android 16. Camera specifications are similar, with both featuring a 12 MP selfie camera and a triple rear camera setup, though the S25+ offers slightly superior image quality. Display-wise, the S25+ can switch between 1080p and 1440p resolutions using an LTPO panel for dynamic refresh rates, while the S25 FE is limited to 60 and 120 Hz on a less bright LTPS panel.
Performance is another area where the S25+ excels, thanks to its Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, outperforming the S25 FE’s Samsung Exynos 2400. Both phones have a 4900 mAh battery, but the S25+ charges slightly faster and offers better battery life in tests.
