The prices are almost the same. The S25 is a flagship in a compact body, the S26 FE newer and bigger.
Short answer
Galaxy S25 - Snapdragon 8 Elite, 12 GB of RAM, 6.2" and 162 g, a 10 MP telephoto. Galaxy S26 FE - 6.7", 4900 mAh, 45 W, 8/512 GB.
Key differences
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy S25 | Samsung Galaxy S26 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 2500 |
| Display | 6.2", Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 1080×2340, 120 Hz | 6.7", Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 1080×2340, 120 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 12/128 GB, 12/256 GB, 12/512 GB | 8/512 GB |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP + 10 MP + 12 MP | 50 MP + 12 MP + 8 MP |
| Front | 12 MP | 12 MP |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4900 mAh |
| Charging | 25 W / 15 W wireless | 45 W / 15 W wireless |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 |
| Thickness / weight | 7.2 mm / 162 g | 7.4 mm / 193 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Chips
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite and Samsung Exynos 2500. The Snapdragon 8 Elite is faster.
Battery
4900 mAh and 45 W on the FE vs 4000 mAh and 25 W on the S25.
Size
6.2" and 162 g vs 6.7" and 193 g.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Speed and compactness - Galaxy S25.
- Battery and a big screen - Galaxy S26 FE.
FAQ
How much memory does the S26 FE have?
8/512 GB.
What charging does the S25 have?
25 W.
Which is cheaper?
The Galaxy S25, slightly.