HMD Aura vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The HMD Aura (2024) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A1, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 21/100 (a 59-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 153,667); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the HMD Aura doesn't; the HMD Aura is noticeably lighter (175g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Aura
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes HMD Aura better?
- Lighter: 175g vs 218g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 846
- Faster charging: 45W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Aura vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 59 points higher (80/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Aura (92/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Aura (88/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Aura (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Aura notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (64/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Aura | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 153667 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 846 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×75.5×8.9 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 175 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1299 |
Camera comparison
HMD Aura
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
HMD Aura
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Aura
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared HMD Aura and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads HMD Aura by 95.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Aura (92/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Aura (88/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Aura (81/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Aura notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (64/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Aura or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Aura by 59 points (80/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Aura and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The HMD Aura has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Aura or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Aura or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the HMD Aura over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.