The FE costs noticeably more. So the question is: what does the FE offer that the best Galaxy A doesn't? The short answer: a telephoto, wireless charging and a flagship chip.
Short answer
Galaxy S25 FE - a telephoto, 8K video, wireless charging and the ten-core Exynos 2400. Galaxy A57 - thinner (6.9 mm), lighter (179 g), more RAM (12 GB) and noticeably cheaper.
Key differences
| Spec | Galaxy A57 | Galaxy S25 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Exynos 1680 | Exynos 2400 |
| RAM / storage | 12 / 512 GB | 8 / 512 GB |
| Cameras | 50 + 12 + 5 MP | 50 + 12 MP + 8 MP telephoto |
| Video | 4K/30 | 8K/30 |
| Wireless charging | no | 15 W |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4900 mAh |
| Thickness / weight | 6.9 mm / 179 g | 7.4 mm / 190 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
The same: 6.7" FHD+ 120 Hz, 45 W, 12 MP front camera, stereo speakers, two SIMs + eSIM.
Performance
The Exynos 2400 is the Galaxy S24's flagship chip and noticeably stronger in games than the Exynos 1680. In everyday tasks both are fast.
Cameras
The telephoto on the FE is the main photo difference. The A57's third camera is a 5 MP macro/auxiliary one.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Gaming, telephoto, 8K video - Galaxy S25 FE.
- Wireless charging - Galaxy S25 FE.
- Lightness and maximum value - Galaxy A57.
FAQ
Does the Galaxy A57 have a telephoto?
No.
Does the Galaxy A57 have wireless charging?
Not according to its spec sheet.
How big is the price difference?
Noticeable - check current prices on the device pages.