Samsung S25 Plus review: The near-perfect Samsung...

Better late than never is the whole idea behind this slightly delayed Samsung S25 Plus review. This phone has some pleasant surprises.

Published By: Manik Berry | Published: Apr 03, 2025, 04:11 PM (IST)

Better late than never, right? That's the whole idea behind this slightly delayed Samsung S25 Plus review. I would go out on a limb and call this phone one of the safest Android flagships you can buy today. But that's not the entire picture, especially if you're going to spend nearly 5 figures on a non-pro Android device. And that's where the twist begins. Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Galaxy S26+: Which one makes more sense?

Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus specifications

Specifications	Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus
Display	6.77-inch QHD+ AMOLED display 120hz refresh rate
Cameras	50MP + 12MP + 10MP triple rear cameras Also Read: Samsung working on new AI-powered smart glasses to compete Meta: Gemini AI integration and Android XR 12MP front camera
RAM and storage	12GB + 256GB 12GB + 512GB
Processor	Snapdragon 8 Elite
OS and updates	Android 15 out of the box 7 years of OS and security updates
Connectivity	Bluetooth, WiFi , GPS, USB-C,
Battery	4900mAh
Charging	45-watt wired charging 15-watt wireless charging support
Dimensions & weight	158.4 x 75.8 x 7.3mm 190 grams
Colours	Available with partner sellers: Navy, Silver Shadow Samsung online store exclusive: Blueblack, Coralred, Pinkgold
Box contents	Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus, USB C to C cable, SIM tool
Price	INR 99,999

Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus design

This is another area that Samsung has nailed with the S25+. You get the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip paired with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage from the base variant. This is a future-proof combination that should allow you to use this phone for a decently long period.

I'm happy to report that the S25 Plus breaks no sweat despite long hours of gaming or outdoor usage at full brightness. I didn't notice any hiccups, lags, crashes, or even an abrupt restart during my usage. The new OneUI is also a welcome refresh. You'll like the new notification and quick settings panel, and you can vertically scroll the app drawer... finally.

Samsung has also made sure that the S25 Plus outdoes rivals like the iPhone in terms of AI prowess. Galaxy AI seems to work well most of the time. There are some hiccups here and there, but the image tools mostly work as advertised.

But just when I was thinking it was too good to be true, it turns out it isn't. I found a Samsung support page that says, "Galaxy AI features will be provided for free until the end of 2025 on supported Samsung Galaxy devices."

This gives rise to a major concern of whether you could end up losing all the cool Galaxy AI features if you don't agree to the subscription/purchase. Secondly, there's no clarity on the pricing model after the end of 2025, which will arrive fast since it's already April.

So investing almost a lakh rupees in a phone and not knowing the full scheme makes it hard for me to recommend Galaxy AI. The S25 Plus might be a fantastic phone with excellent specs, but all of it won't make sense if you're not able to use the full feature set.

Samsung S25 Plus review: Battery and charging

For a 'Plus' phone, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus does not have that big of a battery. However, even with its 4,900 mAh cell, it manages to outlast phones with 6000 mAh batteries. The trick? Optimization. OneUI is optimized to sip through battery and focus on the task at hand.

While background apps stay open, they don't seem to drain much power. This allows the Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus to easily deliver a full day of usage with moderate workloads and still have some juice left.

However, Samsung just won't let us charge this phone fast enough. The 45-watt charging speed will feel sluggish to you if you've used any other mid-range Android phones. There's no new or exciting battery tech either, which indicates Samsung is playing it safe with the S series.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus review: Verdict

This could be the perfect Samsung that I could recommend to anyone, but it isn't. Despite the missing IP69 rating, the missing anti-reflective coating, and the lack of clarity on Galaxy AI pricing, I was willing to recommend this phone for the sheer specs and premium it offers.

The only problem I have with this phone is the price. Samsung has ambitiously priced the S25 Plus at Rs. 99,999. You can get an S24 Ultra for that price in the right sale. You can also get the Z Flip5 for under Rs. 99,999. And you could even get any other crazily specced Android flagship at this price with higher 'wow' factor and a charger within the box.

So yes, Samsung has created a near-perfect Samsung with S25 Plus, but I would suggest you to wait and watch the price. In the meantime, you can our list of the best Android flagships under 1 lakh rupees.

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