Samsung Galaxy S25 vs Galaxy S22: Here’s why I think you shouldn’t upgrade

Another January means another set of Samsung flagship smartphones. The Galaxy S25 series lays down the marker of what we can expect from 2025, and of course, the conversation immediately turns to whether these phones are worth getting. I don’t think an annual upgrade cycle for flagships should be a thing anymore, especially for everyday buyers. Unless you want to always rock the latest and greatest, upgrading your phone every year, or even every two or three years, isn’t necessary anymore.

I’ve used the Galaxy S22 Plus and other Samsung flagships for work over the years, so while I haven’t gotten my hands on the Galaxy S25 yet, I believe I can make an informed decision now unless our hands-on testing shows something drastically different. Of course, I recommend waiting for our complete review. But as you might have guessed from the title and the intro, I think you can safely hold on to your Galaxy S22 for at least another year, if not longer. Here’s why.