Samsung Galaxy S25 FE: Everything you need to know

On paper, it doesn’t look like Samsung has changed the display with the Galaxy S25 FE — it’s still a 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display with FHD+ resolution and an adaptive 120Hz refresh rate. But despite a premium look and construction, I’m really shocked by how easily scuffed the Galaxy S25 FE can get. At this point, I’d say it’s a boring design that’s long overdue for a makeover, but at least it feels solid in the hand. I also feel the same way comparing it to the cheaper Pixel 9a and iPhone 17, which both come in at $499 and $599 respectively. At $649 for the base model, that's a really attractive figure compared to the $999 cost of the comparably sized Galaxy S25 Plus. 50MP main (f/1.8), 12MP ultrawide (f/2.2), 8MP telephoto (f/2.4) with 3x optical zoom

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When comparing 4K videos taken with both of these Galaxy phones, we were surprised to find that the S25 FE actually captures sharper videos with better contrast during the day. Below we have a few framegrabs from the videos taken by the two phones at each focal length, so it's easier to compare them to one another. As far as the ultrawide goes, both phones upscale their photos to 12 megapixels and there is hardly a clear winner.

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Sticking with the same scene and snapping it with their ultrawide cameras, the Galaxy S25 FE again holds up well with its slightly stronger contrast. The 50MP main camera holds up well when there’s plenty of good lighting, like the scene above. Despite a lack of meaningful upgrades, the Galaxy S25 FE sells itself as a serious camera shooter thanks in large part to Samsung’s robust camera app.
The main difference is its telephoto camera, which as a 10-megapixel sensor on the S25 and an 8-megapixel sensor on the FE. Samsung really has a degree in ruining FE phones, the battery is so damn bad it drains faster than you would expect and no snapdragon is just not it Outside of tech, he enjoys producing mini documentaries and fun social clips for small businesses, enjoying the beach life at the Jersey Shore, and recently becoming a first time homeowner. The S25 FE gains newer features, like the Now Bar and Now Brief, among all the other productivity features Galaxy AI offers — like Call Assist, Writing Assist, Interpreter, and much more.

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• I suspect the Exynos 2400 is the culprit for its worse battery life.
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• Whether you’re in a cafe, on a busy street or at a crowded event, filter out unwanted noise and keep audio crisp and focused.8
• Easily the biggest hardware upgrades are the 4,900mAh battery and 45W wired charging.
• It’s a similar story regarding charging speed, with the S25 having a 30-watt wired charging speed versus the 45-watt speed noted on the S25 FE.

The Galaxy S25 FE camera setup consists of a 50MP main shooter, 12MP ultrawide camera, and 8MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom. Compared to other phones, the Galaxy S25 FE definitely doesn’t get quite as bright as I’d like, which makes it a chore trying to use. That’s why I’m a big proponent of using phone cases and screen protectors to keep your handset looking pristine for a lot longer. I usually keep the phone in my pocket, but there have been times when I’ve thrown it into my backpack with other gadgets. Now that the Galaxy S25 FE has arrived as a successor, I’m hoping for more of the same as this Samsung model aspires to be a promising flagship-grade phone for less. Last year's Galaxy S24 FE turned out to be one of the most under-rated phones I tested in all of 2024, mainly because it was essentially a better, cheaper version of the Galaxy S24 Plus.

• Finally, there’s the 20x zoom shots above that clearly give the Pixel 10 the big advantage.
• Then, as expected, the main camera difference is rather negligible.
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• The Quick Share feature lets you instantly send photos, videos and files to nearby Samsung Galaxy devices without cables or apps.
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In any event, we’re glad to see Samsung offering a significant battery capacity boost and much faster wired charging. Meanwhile, Now Bar is a lock screen widget that displays contextual info, including music controls, sports scores, clocks, and timers. So I have to wonder whether the phone might miss out on some advanced AI features down the line. We’ve seen smartphone brands, including Samsung, offer more RAM in recent years due to on-device AI workloads. Furthermore, the device also brings some software features previously seen on the Galaxy S25 series and Z7 foldables.
The rolla dolla phone also comes with six months of Google AI Pro, including 2TB of storage. The company is also offering an 8GB/512GB variant in the UK for £799, but it’s not listed for the US. Finally, Samsung is offering seven years of OS and security updates. However, the company has switched from a 10MP selfie camera to the S25’s 12MP shooter. You’ll just have to pick up the Pixel 10 series (or HMD Skyline) if you want an Android phone with integrated magnets.

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Please logout and then login again, you will then be prompted to enter your display name. On top of his editor duties, he’s a seasoned videographer being in front and behind the camera producing YouTube videos. Follow Tom's Guide on Google News to get our up-to-date news, how-tos, and reviews in your feeds. As someone that uses the feature heavily, I cannot stress how valuable it is when it comes to getting that desktop-PC like experience. And just like the Galaxy S24 FE before it, the S25 FE remains to be the cheapest phone you can buy brand new with Samsung DeX. And with the Galaxy S25 FE running One UI 8 out of the box, it lets me access split-screen mode and pop up mode to get upwards to three apps running simultaneously.
Sure, the Galaxy S25 FE offers more value at $649 than other phones, like the iPhone 16e, but it has a tougher time convincing me it’s better than the Pixel 10. Availability of Galaxy AI features may vary depending on the region/country, OS/One UI version, device model, and phone carrier. Galaxy S25 FE features a 4900 mAh battery for reliable, all-day performance.