ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $899 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 73/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 2,444,132); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has the stronger camera (140 vs 125); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 2444132
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 6511
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 224g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 61/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 2 points higher (75/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra leads (66/100 vs 29/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra — 58/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (73/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (66/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra (97/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2444132 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 125 | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 / ZenUI | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 224 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra by 19.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (73/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (66/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra (97/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge edges out the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.