Poco M5 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Poco M5 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $170 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 41/100 (a 39-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 554,590); the Poco M5 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M5
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Poco M5 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $1299
- Better portability (49/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 2047
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M5 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 39 points higher (80/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 43/100). 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). Value score: Poco M5 — 50/100, 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 Poco M5 (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (88/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (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 Poco M5 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (49/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M5 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2408x1080 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 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 | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×76.1×8.9 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $170 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Poco M5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco M5
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M5
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- 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 Poco M5 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Poco M5 by 82.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1129. Poco M5 was $1129 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (92/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (88/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (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 Poco M5 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (49/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M5 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M5 by 39 points (80/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M5 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Poco M5 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M5 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 Poco M5 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Poco M5 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.