Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (SM-S9370 256GB) vs Samsung Galaxy J5 (SM-J500N0)

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Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs Samsung Galaxy J5 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

6/5/2025 6:29 PM, updated: 6/5/2025 6:41 PM

Compare Samsung Galaxy J5 X Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (SM-S9370 256GB) 35Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.7"
AMOLED

1440x3120

200
MP

12mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

3900
mAh

(Non removable)

08Points Samsung Galaxy J5 (SM-J500N0) Compare Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5"
AMOLED

720x1280

13
MP

5mp

1.5GB
RAM

Quad-core

2600
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (SM-S9370 256GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

35 Advantages Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (SM-S9370 256GB)	vs	8 Advantages Samsung Galaxy J5 (SM-J500N0)
+4.47GHz 64bit Octa-core (3nm)4 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	1.2GHz 64bit Quad-core
+12GB LPDDR5X7 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	1.5GB LPDDR2
+256GB (220GB available)19 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	16GB (11GB available)
+UFS 4.0Advantage Fastest write and read storage.	vs	eMMC 4.5
+5.8 millimeters (0.23 inches)36% Thinner	vs	7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)
+Aluminum frame, glass front/backAdvantage More resistant material	vs	Plastic body, glass front
+1440x3120 pixels4 times Higher resolution screen	vs	720x1280 pixels
+513 PPI74% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	294 PPI
+6.7"34% Larger screen	vs	5"
+(dual camera) 200MP + 12MP16 times Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 13MP
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video	vs	EIS: Digital stabilization
+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness	vs	Not supported
+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	HDR photo only main camera
+f/1.7 (aperture)12% Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.	vs	f/1.9 (aperture)
+(front) 12MP138% Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies	vs	(front) 5MP
+8K UHD (7680x4320)15 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	Full HD (1920x1080)
+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera	vs	(front) Full HD (1920x1080)
+Android 15Advantage Android 15 is newer and safer	vs	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
+5G Sub6Advantage The 5G Sub6 network is newer and faster	vs	4G LTE
+(5G Sub6) 5000 Mbps32 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(4G LTE) 150 Mbps
+BarometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Face unlockAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Fingerprint sensor (under display)Advantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+UWB (Ultra Wideband)Advantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+3900 mAh50% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	2600 mAh
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6] is newer and faster	vs	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]
+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.	vs	Not supported
+5.4 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.4 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster	vs	4.1 + A2DP
+USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.	vs	MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.	vs	MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
+Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys	vs	Not supported
+IP68 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example	vs	Not supported
Not supported	vs	+Until 128GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards
163 grams (5.71 ounces)	vs	+146 grams (5.11 ounces)12% Lighter
LED flash	vs	+LED flash on both camerasAdvantage The LED flash on both cameras helps in dark places or in low light
Not supported	vs	+ANT+Advantage Sensors help you use the device
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)	vs	+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily
Type-C reversible connector	vs	+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supported	vs	+FM (RDS)Advantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
Not supported	vs	+Digital TVAdvantage Watch your favorite TV shows anywhere

16 Common items in both devices

LTPO AMOLED / Super AMOLED

16 million

Only digital zoom

PDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras / Autofocus

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

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Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	Galaxy S25 Edge (SM-S9370 256GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500N0)
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Model	Galaxy S25 Edge (SM-S9370 256GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500N0)
Other model names	三星Galaxy S25 Edge SM-S9370	Galaxy J5 (4G) SM-J500N0 Korea, Galaxy J5 2015
Country or region available	China, Hong Kong	South Korea
Brand	Samsung	Samsung
Release date	5/29/2025, Announced: 5/13/2025	7/1/2015
Depth	5.8 millimeters (0.23 inches)	7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)
Size (width x height)	75.6 x 158.2 millimeters (2.98 x 6.23 in)	71.8 x 142.1 millimeters (2.83 x 5.59 in)
Weight	163 grams (5.71 ounces)	146 grams (5.11 ounces)
Build, materials	Aluminum frame, glass front/back Back: Gorilla Glass Victus 2	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	IP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant	Not supported
📲 Display
	Galaxy S25 Edge (SM-S9370 256GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500N0)
Display type	LTPO AMOLED	Super AMOLED
Screen size	6.7" inches	5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~92.1% (screen-to-body ratio)	~67.5% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1440x3120 pixels (19.5:9)	720x1280 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	513 PPI	294 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2	Not supported
Refresh rate	120Hz	feature not registered
Display features	HDR10+	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Galaxy S25 Edge (SM-S9370 256GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500N0)
System version	Android 15	Android 5.1.1 Lollipop
Firmware update	feature not registered	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
User Interface	One UI 7.0	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Galaxy S25 Edge (SM-S9370 256GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500N0)
Chipset	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (SM8750-AB) (3nm)	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 MSM8916 (28nm)
CPU	Octa-core, 2 processors: 2x 4.47GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L (Dual-core) 6x 3.53GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M (Hexa-core)	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.2GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 830 (1100MHz)	Qualcomm Adreno 306 450Mhz
Performance (benchmark)	AnTuTu: 2147092 (v10) Geekbench: 9391 (v6)	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Galaxy S25 Edge (SM-S9370 256GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500N0)
RAM memory	12GB LPDDR5X	1.5GB LPDDR2
Internal storage	256GB (220GB available) UFS 4.0	16GB (11GB available) eMMC 4.5
External storage	Not supported	Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Galaxy S25 Edge (SM-S9370 256GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500N0)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card	Not supported
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	5000/1024 Mbps	150/50 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G, 5G	2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Tri-Band 900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100	UMTS 850/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat24 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 66) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41) VoLTE	LTE Cat4 (Bands 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 17)
Primary 5G network	SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78, 79)	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	LTE Cat24 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 66) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41) VoLTE	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Galaxy S25 Edge (SM-S9370 256GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500N0)
Back camera (main camera)	(dual camera) 200 megapixels 12MP ultrawide f/2.213mm1/2.55"1.4µmPDAF	13 megapixels
Main camera resolution	20000x10000 pixels	4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (primary)	8K UHD (7680x4320) 30 fps	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	LED flash on both cameras
Focal aperture	f/1.7 (aperture)	f/1.9 (aperture)
Focal length	24mm (lens)	28mm (lens)
Sensor size	1/1.3" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	0.6µm pixel	feature not registered
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras	Autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	OIS: Optical stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo/video on both cameras	HDR photo only main camera
Camera extras	8K@30fps 4K@30/60/120fps 1080p@30/60/120/240fps	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Galaxy S25 Edge (SM-S9370 256GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500N0)
Front camera (secondary)	12 megapixels	5 megapixels
Front camera resolution	4000x3000 pixels	2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	4K UHD (3840x2160)	Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flash	Not supported	LED
Focal aperture	f/2.2 (aperture)	f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal length	26mm (lens)	23mm (lens)
Sensor size	1/3.2" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	1.12µm pixel	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Galaxy S25 Edge (SM-S9370 256GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500N0)
Loudspeaker	Stereo sound	Supported
Active noise cancellation	3 microphones	2 microphones or more
Radio	Not supported	FM (RDS)
TV	Not supported	Digital TV
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV	MP4, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Galaxy S25 Edge (SM-S9370 256GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500N0)
USB	USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go	MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	Type-C reversible connector	3.5mm jack
TV output	USB Type-C (reversible)	Not supported
Bluetooth	5.4 + A2DP/LE	4.1 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou
NFC	Supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Galaxy S25 Edge (SM-S9370 256GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500N0)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Face unlock Fingerprint sensor (under display) Gyroscope Hall effect Proximity sensor UWB (Ultra Wideband)	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor ANT+ Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Galaxy S25 Edge (SM-S9370 256GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500N0)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	3900 mAh	2600 mAh
Charger, watts	25W Wired fast charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	15W Qi2 wireless charging	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	feature not registered	19 hours
Standby	feature not registered	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	Galaxy S25 Edge (SM-S9370 256GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500N0)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice dialing, Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Titanium Jetblack, Titanium Silver, Titanium Icyblue • Samsung DeX	• Colors: White, Black, Gold • Samsung TouchWiz UX • T-DMB TV • ANT+ support
☢️ Radiation rate
	Galaxy S25 Edge (SM-S9370 256GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500N0)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	1.26W/kg (head), 1.33W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	0.538W/kg (head), 0.356W/kg (body)