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Samsung Galaxy S25+ review

Name: Samsung Galaxy S25+ review
Item: Samsung Galaxy S25+
Rating: 8.5
Author: GoSolo

The S25+ suits buyers who want a large, reliable Android phone with a genuinely bright display and the confidence that it will handle gaming, streaming, and multitasking without stumbling. Upgraders from a recent flagship should look elsewhere—the improvements are incremental—while those on older hardware or switching from iPhone will appreciate the feature set and performance per pound."

By GoSolo · Updated October 2026 · 2 min read

8.5/ 10Excellent

Full specifications

Display6.7" 1440 x 3120 pixels
ChipsetQualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Main camera50MP
Battery4900 mAh

This review is written with AI assistance from Samsung’s published specifications and public benchmark data for the Samsung Galaxy S25+, and the rating is spec-based. GoSolo does not physically test devices; where we estimate real-world behaviour such as battery life or charge time, we say so. How we rate phones.

Overview

The S25+ is a large, bright Android flagship with the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite chip and a capable triple-camera setup that handles most situations well. It's a polished, unremarkable device that costs what you'd expect to pay for one, with no glaring weakness but no real reason to upgrade if you own last year's model.

Verdict

Spec Rating Breakdown

Performance99

Display95

Camera88

Battery58

Design & build81

Strengths

1440×3120 display at 513 ppi with 120Hz and 2600 nits peak brightness is among the sharpest and sunniest Android screens you'll find
Snapdragon 8 Elite and 12GB RAM handle gaming, multitasking, and heavy apps without stutter or thermal throttle
50MP main camera with f/1.8 aperture and OIS produces sharp, well-exposed shots in daylight and acceptable performance in low light; the 3x optical zoom and 120° ultrawide give framing flexibility without relying on digital zoom
45W wired charging reaches 65% in 30 minutes, making a quick top-up feasible before leaving home

Trade-offs

4900 mAh battery lasts about 12–14 hours in light use (messaging, browsing), requiring a daily charge if you game or stream video heavily
45W charging is adequate but rivals at this price have begun moving to 80–100W; the gap is narrowing and the S25+ falls behind in a speed-focused era
The 10MP 3x telephoto is a narrow upgrade from typical 2x teles and captures less subject detail than a true 5–10x zoom, though adequate for most frames

Samsung Galaxy S25+ Key Specifications

The essentials at a glance. See the full spec sheet.

Released	2025, January 22
Display	6.7 inches, 110.2 cm2 (~91.8% screen-to-body ratio), Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2600 nits (peak)
Resolution	1440 x 3120 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~513 ppi density)
Chipset	Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
RAM & storage	256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
Main camera	50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 10 MP, f/2.4, 67mm (telephoto), 1/3.94", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55" 1.4µm, Super Steady video
Selfie camera	12 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.2", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF
Battery	4900 mAh
Charging	45W wired, PD3.0, 65% in 30 min15W wireless (Qi2 Ready)4.5W reverse wireless
Software	Android 15, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8
Dimensions	158.4 x 75.8 x 7.3 mm (6.24 x 2.98 x 0.29 in)
Weight	190 g (6.70 oz)
Build	Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame
Durability	IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) Armor aluminum 2 frame
Network	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
NFC	Yes
USB	USB Type-C 3.2, DisplayPort 1.2, OTG

Samsung Galaxy S25+ FAQ

Common questions, answered from the spec sheet.

Does the Galaxy S25+ support 5G?

Yes. The Galaxy S25+ supports 5G networks.

What chipset does the Galaxy S25+ use?

The Galaxy S25+ runs on the Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).

What display does the Galaxy S25+ have?

A 6.7 inches, 110.2 cm2 (~91.8% screen-to-body ratio) Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2600 nits (peak), 1440 x 3120 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~513 ppi density).

How big is the Galaxy S25+ battery?

The Galaxy S25+ has a 4900 mAh battery. Charging is rated at 45W wired, PD3.0, 65% in 30 min15W wireless (Qi2 Ready)4.5W reverse wireless.

Does the Galaxy S25+ have NFC?

Yes, the Galaxy S25+ has NFC.

Is the Galaxy S25+ water resistant?

The Galaxy S25+ carries a IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) Armor aluminum 2 frame rating.

Does the Galaxy S25+ support a microSD card?

No, the Galaxy S25+ does not support expandable storage.

Does the Galaxy S25+ have a headphone jack?

No, the Galaxy S25+ does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.