In comparison, the Pixel 9’s Tensor G4 is optimized for AI-driven tasks, such as voice recognition and real-time translation. However, it falls short in raw performance and energy efficiency when compared to the Galaxy S25. For users who prioritize speed, multitasking, and overall efficiency, the Galaxy S25 is the clear winner.

The S25 brings new software features that can help produce better photos. One such feature is the Audio Eraser feature, which helps clean up unwanted noise in your photos; another feature, Nightography, enables better video-taking in the dark. There are still more features to unveil, but those were some ones that stood out.

Last month, Samsung unpacked its latest flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S25 series. The company sent me two: the midrange S25+ and the top-tier S25 Ultra, while AT&T loaned me an Ultra on their network. (The Samsung models are on T-Mobile.)