Nokia XR30 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Nokia XR30 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695, 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 46/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 592,015).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia XR30
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Nokia XR30 better?
- Overall rating 46/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia XR30 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 34 points higher (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia XR30 (92/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Nokia XR30 (88/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia XR30 (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Nokia XR30 (56/100 vs 37/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia XR30 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.7" | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Nokia XR30
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Nokia XR30
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia XR30
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- 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 Nokia XR30 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Nokia XR30 by 81.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia XR30
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia XR30 (92/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Nokia XR30 (88/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia XR30 (81/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Nokia XR30 (56/100 vs 37/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia XR30 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia XR30 by 34 points (80/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia XR30 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Nokia XR30 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia XR30 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia XR30 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Nokia XR30 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.