HMD Pulse+ vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The HMD Pulse+ (2024) runs on the Unisoc T606, 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 34/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 333,647); the HMD Pulse+ is noticeably lighter (187g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Pulse+
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes HMD Pulse+ better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 218g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 333647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 1335
- Faster charging: 45W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Pulse+ vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 46 points higher (80/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 30/100). 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 Pulse+ (92/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ (88/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ (81/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Pulse+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (61/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Pulse+ | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 333647 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.2×75.0×8.5 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1299 |
Camera comparison
HMD Pulse+
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
HMD Pulse+
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Pulse+
- 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 Pulse+ and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads HMD Pulse+ by 89.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ (92/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ (88/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ (81/100 vs 30/100).
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 Pulse+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (61/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Pulse+ or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ by 46 points (80/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Pulse+ and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The HMD Pulse+ has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Pulse+ or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Pulse+ or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the HMD Pulse+ over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.