Honor X7 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Honor X7 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $200 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 31/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 424,216); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the stronger camera (151 vs 61); the Honor X7 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X7
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Honor X7 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $1299
- Better portability (54/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 1423
- Faster charging: 45W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X7 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 49 points higher (80/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Honor X7 — 22/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor X7 (92/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor X7 (88/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor X7 (81/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X7 is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X7 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 424216 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1423 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 61 | 151 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Magic UI 4.2 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 167.6×77.2×8.6 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Honor X7
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Honor X7
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X7
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- 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 Honor X7 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Honor X7 by 86.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1099. Honor X7 was $1099 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor X7 (92/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor X7 (88/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor X7 (81/100 vs 12/100).
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 Honor X7 is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X7 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor X7 by 49 points (80/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X7 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Honor X7 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X7 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X7 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Honor X7 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.