OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $350 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 71/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra has the bigger battery (6700 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 2,948,304).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 206g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (70/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 88/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 2948304
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 2729
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 8430
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 9 points higher (80/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra leads (70/100 vs 56/100). Value score: OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra — 76/100, 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 and the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra are nearly equal (92/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (81/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is a bit better (70/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2948304 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1272x2800 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- 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 OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra by 5.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $949. OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra was $949 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra are nearly equal (92/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (81/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is a bit better (70/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra edges out the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.