Highlights
- The Galaxy S25 series starts at Rs 80,999 with the S25+ at Rs 99,999 and the S25 Ultra at Rs 1,29,999.
- All models are now available for pre-order in India.
- The S25 series features a familiar look with IP68 rating, no headphone jack and different sizes.
- The S25 Ultra has premium materials and additional features like Corning Gorilla Armor 2.
- All models boast the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and 12GB RAM.
- The battery capacities remain unchanged but offer improved battery life and charging rates.
Samsung has launched its new Galaxy S25 lineup which includes the Galaxy S25, the Galaxy S25+ and the Galaxy S25 Ultra. While the design and pricing are somewhat similar compared to the previous-gen Galaxy S24 series, there are some notable differences in features and performance to help you decide which one suits you best. Here’s everything you need to know about the new lineup.
“Samsung unveiled the era of mobile AI with the launch of Galaxy AI last year. We are now opening the next chapter of Galaxy Al with the Galaxy S25 series, your true AI companion. Galaxy S25 series brings you the most context-aware, personalised AI yet so that you can receive tailored, actionable insights with personal privacy assured. I am happy to share that the new Galaxy S25 series will be manufactured at our Noida factory,” said JB Park, President and CEO of Samsung Southwest Asia.
Samsung Galaxy S25 VS Galaxy S25+ VS Galaxy S25 Ultra – Price
The price of the Samsung Galaxy S25 series starts at Rs 80,999.
Meanwhile, the price of model Galaxy S25+ and Galaxy S25 Ultra starts at Rs 99,999 and 1,29,999 respectively. All three smartphones are now available for pre-order in India.
Samsung Galaxy S25 VS Galaxy S25+ VS Galaxy S25 Ultra – Design
The Galaxy S25 series sticks to a familiar look with rounded corners, though the Ultra’s curves are sharper.
Sizes vary across the models:
- Galaxy S25: The smallest, measuring 5.78 x 2.78 x 0.28 inches and weighing 5.71 ounces.
- Galaxy S25+: Slightly larger at 6.24 x 2.98 x 0.29 inches, weighing 6.70 ounces.
- Galaxy S25 Ultra: The largest at 6.41 x 3.06 x 0.32 inches, weighing 7.69 ounces.
All models share an IP68 water and dust resistance rating and lack a headphone jack or expandable storage. The Ultra retains the embedded S Pen but drops its Bluetooth functionality, so features like Air Actions and remote camera shutter are no longer available.
The Ultra also introduces anti-reflective Corning Gorilla Armor 2 for its front glass, offering 29% better fracture resistance, while Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protects the backs of the Ultra, S25 and S25+. The frame materials differ: the Ultra uses titanium, while the S25 and S25+ feature Armor Aluminum.
Colour options include Icyblue, Mint, Navy, and Silver Shadow with exclusive online colours like Coralred and Pinkgold. The Ultra has premium shades like Titanium Black and Titanium Jadegreen.
Samsung Galaxy S25 VS Galaxy S25+ VS Galaxy S25 Ultra – Display
All models use Dynamic AMOLED 2X displays with a 120Hz refresh rate and 2,600 nits peak brightness ensuring excellent visibility in sunlight. The sizes and resolutions are as follows:
- Galaxy S25: 6.2-inch (2,340 x 1,080).
- Galaxy S25+: 6.7-inch (3,120 x 1,440).
- Galaxy S25 Ultra: Now 6.9 inches (up from 6.8), maintaining 3,120 x 1,440 resolution.
Samsung’s Pro Scaler technology upscales content resolution, especially noticeable on the S25+ and Ultra, though this feature can’t be turned off.
Samsung Galaxy S25 VS Galaxy S25+ VS Galaxy S25 Ultra – Performance
All three models are equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy processor offering 40% faster NPU performance for AI tasks, 37% improved CPU speeds and 30% better GPU performance.
The vapour chambers for cooling are larger with a 40% increase in the Ultra and 15% in the S25 and S25+. Globally, all models feature the Snapdragon Elite 8, breaking from Samsung’s past use of Exynos chips in some regions.
The phones come with 12GB RAM. Storage options are:
- Galaxy S25: 128GB or 256GB.
- Galaxy S25+: 256GB or 512GB.
- Galaxy S25 Ultra: 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB.
Samsung Galaxy S25 VS Galaxy S25+ VS Galaxy S25 Ultra – Cameras
The S25 and S25+ retain the same camera setup as their S24 counterparts, which features –
- 50MP main camera with OIS.
- 12MP ultra-wide camera.
- 10MP telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom and 30x Space Zoom.
The Ultra brings upgrades:
- 200MP main camera.
- 50MP ultra-wide camera (up from 12MP).
- High-resolution macro photography with the ultra-wide lens.
- Enhanced ProVisual Engine with features like HDR portraits, Log video capture, and colour correction.
All models support 8K video recording at 30fps and 4K recording at 60fps for the front camera.
Samsung Galaxy S25 VS Galaxy S25+ VS Galaxy S25 Ultra – Battery and Charging
Battery capacities of all models in the Samsung Galaxy S25 Series remain unchanged. However, thanks to the Snapdragon Elite 8 and One UI 7, battery life has improved despite the same capacities. Model-wise battery capacity is as follows –
- Galaxy S25: 4,000mAh.
- Galaxy S25+: 4,900mAh.
- Galaxy S25 Ultra: 5,000mAh.
Charging rates are:
- Galaxy S25: 25W wired, 15W wireless.
- S25+ and Ultra: 45W wired, 15W wireless.
All models support Wireless Power Share and are “Qi2 ready,” though a magnetized case is needed for Qi2-compatible chargers.
FAQs
Q1. What are the starting prices of the Samsung Galaxy S25 series?
Answer. The Galaxy S25 series starts at Rs 80,999, with the S25+ at Rs 99,999 and the S25 Ultra at Rs 1,29,999. All three smartphones are now available for pre-order in India.
Q2. What are the design differences among the Galaxy S25, S25+ and S25 Ultra?
Answer. The Galaxy S25 series features rounded corners with the Ultra’s curves being sharper. The S25 is the smallest, the S25+ is slightly larger, and the S25 Ultra is the largest with premium materials like titanium. All models have an IP68 rating, no headphone jack, and no expandable storage.
Q3. What display technologies are used in the Samsung Galaxy S25 series?
Answer. All models use Dynamic AMOLED 2X displays with a 120Hz refresh rate and 2,600 nits peak brightness.
Q4. What are the camera specifications for the Galaxy S25, S25+ and S25 Ultra?
Answer. The S25 and S25+ have a 50MP main camera with OIS, 12MP ultra-wide camera, and 10MP telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom and 30x Space Zoom. The S25 Ultra features a 200MP main camera, 50MP ultra-wide camera, and enhanced camera features like HDR portraits and Log video capture.
Q5. What are the battery capacities and charging rates of the Samsung Galaxy S25 series?
Answer. Battery capacities are as follows: Galaxy S25 has 4,000mAh, S25+ has 4,900mAh, and S25 Ultra has 5,000mAh. Charging rates are: Galaxy S25 supports 25W wired and 15W wireless charging, while the S25+ and Ultra support 45W wired and 15W wireless charging. All models support Wireless Power Share and are “Qi2 ready.”
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