ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $1099. Both devices score the same overall rating of 75/100. Key differences: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,247,013 vs 3,034,849); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 220g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3247013 vs 3034849
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2970
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1099
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 9287
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 220g
- Better camera (73/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge received the same MobileRank rating — 75/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads (66/100 vs 29/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra — 60/100, 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 ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (73/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 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 12 Ultra (97/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3247013 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 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) | — | 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 15 / ZenUI | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×77.0×8.9 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 220 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 12 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 12 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 12 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge by 7.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (73/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 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 12 Ultra (97/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
Both devices scored 75/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (92/100 vs 91/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.