Galaxy S24 FE vs Galaxy S25 FE: Is the Upgrade Worth It?
Deciding between one generation and the next? The Galaxy S24 FE and the Galaxy S25 FE are exactly that pair. Here the verdict on paper is fairly clear. The Galaxy S25 FE takes 2 of 6 areas against the Galaxy S24 FE, starting with battery & charging.
At a glance
- Display Tie
- Performance Tie
- Memory & Storage Tie
- Camera Galaxy S25 FE wins
- Battery & Charging Galaxy S25 FE wins
- Software & Updates Tie
- Price Tie
- Display5.0
- Performance1.9
- Camera1.3
- Battery & Charging1.7
- Display5.0
- Performance1.9
- Camera1.3
- Battery & Charging2.6
Spec scores (0 to 10) are calculated from manufacturer specs against other models in the same class. See how the formula works. They are not reviews or user ratings.
Key Differences
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The Galaxy S25 FE has a 0.81 oz lighter build
The Galaxy S24 FE gives up a lot on weight: 7.51 oz, compared with 6.70 oz on the Galaxy S25 FE. Weight shows up every time you hold the phone above your face in bed or type one-handed for a long stretch.
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The Galaxy S25 FE has faster 45 W wired charging
Few buyers will miss this one. The Galaxy S25 FE brings 45 W to the table; the Galaxy S24 FE brings 25 W. Peak charging speeds depend on a compatible charger, which may not come in the box.
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The Galaxy S25 FE has a 0.02 in slimmer body
The Galaxy S25 FE has a modest edge on thickness: 0.29 in against 0.31 in for the Galaxy S24 FE. Thickness sometimes buys battery or camera hardware, so the Galaxy S24 FE’s extra depth isn’t necessarily wasted.
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The Galaxy S25 FE has a sharper 12 MP selfie camera
It’s a small lead (12 MP versus 10 MP), but it’s real, and it goes to the Galaxy S25 FE. Front cameras are often an afterthought, so a higher-resolution sensor is a small but welcome edge for the Galaxy S25 FE.
Design & Size
- Galaxy S24 FE 6.38 in × 3.04 in × 0.31 in
- Galaxy S25 FE 6.35 in × 3.02 in × 0.29 in
Size is a tie. Anywhere the Galaxy S24 FE fits, the Galaxy S25 FE should fit too, and vice versa. There’s 0.81 oz between them, and the Galaxy S25 FE is on the lighter side. The Galaxy S25 FE keeps a lower profile: 0.02 in thinner than the Galaxy S24 FE.
Design & Build
| Spec | Galaxy S24 FE | Galaxy S25 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 6.38 in | 6.35 in |
| Width | 3.04 in | 3.02 in |
| Thickness | 0.31 in | 0.29 in (winner) |
| Weight | 7.51 oz | 6.70 oz (winner) |
| Water & dust rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Frame | Aluminum | Armor Aluminum |
Display
Too close to call
Swap one for the other and you’d lose nothing on display. In short, display is a draw; the decision lies elsewhere.
Performance
Too close to call
The performance specs are close enough that neither gets the point. Don’t let performance decide this one; look at the other sections instead.
Memory & Storage
Too close to call
The Galaxy S24 FE and the Galaxy S25 FE match each other closely in this area. If memory & storage was going to be your tiebreaker, you’ll need a different one.
Camera
Galaxy S25 FE leads
The camera numbers lean toward the Galaxy S25 FE, not dramatically but consistently. The Galaxy S25 FE makes its case with a sharper 12 MP selfie camera. A sharper selfie camera helps with video calls, vlogs and group selfies. The takeaway: on camera, the Galaxy S25 FE is the stronger phone.
Front camera
Galaxy S24 FE: 10 MP Galaxy S25 FE: 12 MP If you mainly use the front camera for calls, the gap is minor; if you post selfies often, the Galaxy S25 FE’s extra resolution helps.
Battery & Charging
Galaxy S25 FE leads
Few areas are as clear-cut as this one: the Galaxy S25 FE leads the battery & charging section with room to spare. In its favor, the Galaxy S25 FE has faster 45 W wired charging. Faster wired charging means a short top-up before you head out goes further. Weighing only battery & charging, the Galaxy S25 FE comes out ahead.
Wired charging
Galaxy S24 FE: 25 W Galaxy S25 FE: 45 W The Galaxy S25 FE refills faster on a cable, which matters most on the mornings you forgot to charge overnight.
Software & Updates
Too close to call
This area ends level; whatever separates these two, it isn’t software & updates. The software & updates verdict: no winner, and no reason to worry either way.
Full Specifications
Display
| Spec | Galaxy S24 FE | Galaxy S25 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.7 in | 6.7 in |
| Panel type | Dynamic AMOLED 2X | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2340 x 1080 | 2340 x 1080 |
| Pixel density | 385 ppi | 385 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 1,900 nits | 1,900 nits |
| Always-on display | Yes | Yes |
Performance
| Spec | Galaxy S24 FE | Galaxy S25 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Exynos 2400e | Exynos 2400 |
| CPU cores | 10 | 10 |
| Process node | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
Memory & Storage
| Spec | Galaxy S24 FE | Galaxy S25 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Base storage | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| microSD slot | No | No |
Camera
| Spec | Galaxy S24 FE | Galaxy S25 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Ultra-wide camera | 12 MP | 12 MP |
| Telephoto camera | 8 MP | 8 MP |
| Optical zoom | 3× | 3× |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP (winner) |
| Max video | 8K30 | 8K30 |
Battery & Charging
| Spec | Galaxy S24 FE | Galaxy S25 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 4,700 mAh | 4,900 mAh |
| Wired charging | 25 W | 45 W (winner) |
| Wireless charging | 15 W | 15 W |
| Port | USB-C | USB-C |
Software & Updates
| Spec | Galaxy S24 FE | Galaxy S25 FE |
|---|---|---|
| OS at launch | Android 14 (One UI 6.1) | Android 16 (One UI 8) |
| Promised OS updatesManufacturer commitment | 7 years | 7 years |
Design & Build
| Spec | Galaxy S24 FE | Galaxy S25 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 6.38 in | 6.35 in |
| Width | 3.04 in | 3.02 in |
| Thickness | 0.31 in | 0.29 in (winner) |
| Weight | 7.51 oz | 6.70 oz (winner) |
| Water & dust rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Frame | Aluminum | Armor Aluminum |
Price
| Spec | Galaxy S24 FE | Galaxy S25 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Launch price | $650 | $650 |
“N/A” means the manufacturer does not specify the value or we could not confirm it. Figures marked “manufacturer rating” are the maker’s own claims, not our measurements.
Price & Value
Same launch price, which makes the spec differences the whole story.
Based on US launch pricing as of September 2025. Deals and regional pricing can change the picture.
Which One Should You Buy?
Choose the Galaxy S24 FE if…
- you rarely use the areas where the newer model improves
Choose the Galaxy S25 FE if…
- you notice every gram in your pocket (6.70 oz vs 7.51 oz)
- you want the faster cable charging (45 W vs 25 W)
- you want the slimmer phone (0.29 in vs 0.31 in)
- you take a lot of selfies or video calls (12 MP vs 10 MP front camera)
- you want the changes the Galaxy S25 FE brings over its predecessor
Also Compared
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for most people, the Galaxy S24 FE or the Galaxy S25 FE?
The Galaxy S25 FE makes more sense overall. Consider the alternative only if you already own the Galaxy S24 FE.
Is the Galaxy S25 FE worth it over the Galaxy S24 FE?
If those changes matter to you, yes: the Galaxy S25 FE adds a 0.81 oz lighter build, faster 45 W wired charging and a 0.02 in slimmer body compared with the Galaxy S24 FE.
Which has better battery life, the Galaxy S24 FE or the Galaxy S25 FE?
Neither has a meaningful advantage. The Galaxy S24 FE and the Galaxy S25 FE are rated close enough that your usage will matter more than the spec sheet.
Which is larger, the Galaxy S24 FE or the Galaxy S25 FE?
The Galaxy S24 FE and the Galaxy S25 FE are so close in size that you’d struggle to tell them apart on dimensions alone.
Does the Galaxy S24 FE have a stronger camera setup than the Galaxy S25 FE?
The Galaxy S25 FE leads on camera specs thanks to a sharper 12 MP selfie camera. Processing and personal taste also play a big part in photos.
Which weighs less, the Galaxy S24 FE or the Galaxy S25 FE?
The Galaxy S24 FE is the heavier of the two; the Galaxy S25 FE saves 0.81 oz.
Executive Summary
When I line up the Galaxy S25 FE against the Galaxy S24 FE, I’m looking for changes you’d feel, not just changes you can count. To me, the standout is that the Galaxy S25 FE offers a 0.81 oz lighter build. There’s more, too: the Galaxy S25 FE offers faster 45 W wired charging.
Choose by what you’d use most: the things a spec sheet can’t capture leads to the Galaxy S24 FE, camera leads to the Galaxy S25 FE.
My pick: the Galaxy S25 FE, unless you already own the Galaxy S24 FE.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.