Samsung Galaxy S25 FE

Large, bright display is perfect for entertainment ; Solid everyday performance ; Bigger battery and improved charging speeds ; Seven years of software updates

Struggles a bit with demanding 3D games ; Secondary cameras aren’t the best at night-time photography

Unless you’re dead-set on having a smaller phone that’s easy to use one-handed, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE represents a far better buy than the standard S25, and one of the best value mid-range phones currently on the market.

Bright and colour-rich AMOLED display ; Premium design with a comfortable in-hand feel ; 7 years of OS + security updates ; Clean software, Useful AI features ; Exynos 2400 performs consistently ; Decent battery life

Charging still feels slow compared to rivals ; Rear camera setup remains unchanged from last year ; Slight heating under sustained intensive gaming load

Larger battery with good endurance ; Significantly faster wired charging ; Plenty of Galaxy AI and general features ; Seven years of OS and security updates ; Slimmer and lighter design

No performance upgrades ; Rear cameras showing their age ; Only 8GB/128GB in base model

The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE really feels like two steps forward and one step back for Samsung’s pseudo-flagship line. The larger battery and faster charging speeds are overdue improvements that both pay off in real-world usage, while putting the base...

Premium design with slimmer profile and Gorilla Glass Victus+ ; Excellent AMOLED display with HDR10+ support ; Strong main and telephoto camera performance

Ultrawide camera is average, especially in low light ; Charging speed remains low

The Galaxy S25 FE is a step forward, rather than a reinvention, of the FE series. It refines design, improves camera quality, boosts battery life and delivers future-proof software. For buyers who want a near-flagship Samsung experience without...

Nice display ; Sleek design and build quality ; Galaxy AI and Gemini Live onboard ; Excellent camera system

Same camera system as S24 FE

Samsung’s Galaxy S25 FE is a stunning smartphone that well and truly punches above its weight in terms of features, AI, camera, design and value. If you’re looking for an affordable smartphone the S25 FE should be at the top of your list. Samsung’s...

The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE joins the Galaxy S25 Series as the perfect entry point and “gateway to Galaxy AI” says Samsung. As a phone it's a solid option with the Armor Aluminium frame surrounding a design that's durable with IP68 dust/water resistance...