6 great smartphones you can buy instead of the Samsung Galaxy S25

Ferra.ru editor-in-chief Evgeny Kharitonov has compiled a list of the best alternatives to the new flagship Samsung Galaxy S25 models. Among the proposed options, there are devices that not only match, but also surpass the Samsung Galaxy S25 in a number of characteristics.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Analogues

1. Google Pixel 9 Pro

This smartphone stands out with its bright display (20% brighter than the Galaxy S25) and five-fold optical zoom, which is superior to Samsung's three-fold. Pixel 9 Pro also provides better quality photos taken with the main camera. Disadvantages include a slightly increased body thickness and weak battery life.

2. Vivo X200 Pro Mini and Xiaomi 15

These Chinese models are equipped with 6.2-inch screens and offer shooting quality comparable to the Galaxy S25. The main advantage is the innovative silicon-carbon batteries: Vivo with a 5700 mAh battery, and Xiaomi with 5200 mAh provide 20-30% longer battery life compared to the Korean competitor.

Samsung Galaxy S25+ Analogues

1. OnePlus 13

This smartphone offers all the main features of the Galaxy S25 +, including the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, cameras, and water resistance. But the OnePlus 13 stands out with a 6000 mAh battery and fast charging support. Its price on marketplaces is about $ 680, which makes it a more affordable choice.

2. Honor Magic6 Pro

Designed as a competitor to the Galaxy S24 Ultra, the Honor Magic6 Pro outperforms the Galaxy S25 + in photo and video shooting, and also offers Face ID. The 512GB version is priced at around $1,100, while the Samsung model costs $1,400.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Alternatives

1. Vivo X100 Ultra

Despite its weaker performance compared to the Galaxy S25 Ultra, this smartphone offers a 6,000mAh battery. With shipping from China, its price starts at $750.

2. Huawei Pura70 Ultra

This model is available for $1,200 in a 1TB version, while the Galaxy S25 Ultra with 256GB costs around $1,600. Huawei is inferior in video recording and performance (it uses a Kirin processor), but the photos taken on the Pura70 Ultra match the quality of Samsung.

If you are considering alternatives to the Samsung Galaxy S25, the market offers many worthy options that can please not only with the price, but also with improved characteristics, such as capacious batteries or advanced camera capabilities. The choice depends on your preferences and priorities.