Should you buy Samsung Galaxy S25 in 2026?
Probably not: the newer Samsung Galaxy S26 FE costs only ₹5,000 more and is better (rated 7.9/10 vs 7.8/10).
Compare Samsung Galaxy S25 with Samsung Galaxy S26 FE →- 6 years of promised software updates left.
- Price unchanged since we started tracking it.
₹74,999 today, checked 19 October 2026. Our verdict combines 5 published reviews and tests (listed under Sources) with our daily price checks. We haven't tested this phone in hand yet.
Price unchanged since we started tracking it.
Buy it if
- You play heavy games or keep many apps open
- You keep a phone for years (7 years of updates)
- You want a phone that's easy to use one-handed
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Common questions
- Is Samsung Galaxy S25 worth buying in 2026?
- Probably not: the newer Samsung Galaxy S26 FE costs only ₹5,000 more and is better (rated 7.9/10 vs 7.8/10). 6 years of promised software updates left. Price unchanged since we started tracking it.
- Who should not buy Samsung Galaxy S25?
- Most buyers will be happy with it. The biggest catch: Small battery and slow charging; the 128GB model uses slower storage, and the 256GB model now costs ₹84,999.
- Who is Samsung Galaxy S25 best for?
- You play heavy games or keep many apps open. You keep a phone for years (7 years of updates). You want a phone that's easy to use one-handed.
- What should I buy instead of Samsung Galaxy S25?
- Realme GT 8 Pro at ₹72,999 is the closest rival. A fast flagship with a sharp bright screen, great battery life and a swappable camera design.