Samsung Galaxy S25 Review

Samsung's best phone retains its crown as... well, Samsung's best phone. But the argument for buying one rests very heavily on Galaxy AI rather than anything the Galaxy S25 Ultra brings to the table. That's because much of it was already brought to the table last year and the year before. It's still the fastest and slickest Android around but so is the S24 Ultra. And the S23 Ultra. The new edges and camera sensor are nice, though.

The Galaxy S25 Edge is a bold and refreshing move from Samsung, standing out not with gimmicks, but with pure design ambition. Its impossibly slim form factor and lightweight body don’t just look good—they redefine everyday practicality in ways you don’t expect until you’ve lived with it. While that sleekness comes at the cost of battery endurance and a missing telephoto camera, Samsung has managed to strike a fine balance by retaining high-end essentials like a class-leading display, excellent performance, and strong camera output from its 200MP main sensor. The AI-powered software experience only strengthens its premium appeal. At ₹1,09,999, the S25 Edge isn’t just Samsung’s thinnest flagship—it’s also a statement of engineering finesse, offering a unique blend of elegance and flagship muscle for those who want something different without giving up on performance. Just be ready to carry a charger if you're a power user.

The Samsung Galaxy S25 is a powerful and compact smartphone with a 6.2-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display and a 120Hz refresh rate. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, 12GB of RAM, and a 4,000mAh battery with 25W Super Fast Charging.

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus is a premium smartphone with a 6.7-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display and a 120Hz refresh rate.  It features the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, 12GB of RAM, and a 4,900mAh battery with 45W Super Fast Charging 2.0.

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a top-of-the-line smartphone with a 6.9-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display and a 120Hz refresh rate. It boasts the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, 12GB of RAM, and a 5,000mAh battery with 45W Super Fast Charging 2.0.

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.

The bottom line is – the Galaxy S25 is a really good phone if you are looking for a clean, crisp, and advanced experience with AI features that are actually useful. If you need an Android alternative to the iPhone 16, this is a perfect fit as it has everything that the latest vanilla iPhone lacks. While it delivers well-rounded performance across all areas, those with very specific needs in gaming performance and battery longevity may want to consider the S25 Plus or the S25 Ultra.

The Samsung Galaxy S25+ might not completely reinvent the wheel, but it’s a solid step forward in Samsung’s flagship lineup. It offers a gorgeous AMOLED display, the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, smarter AI integration, and a well-rounded camera setup. However, because some elements haven’t changed, the upgrade feels more incremental than revolutionary.

The Galaxy S25 Edge isn’t Samsung’s answer to what everyone wants, it’s their answer to what some users might not even realise they want. A phone that’s not just another spec war participant, but one that shows off what happens when design takes centre stage… even if it means making a few bold trade-offs.