Realme V21 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Comparing the Realme V21 (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 63/100 vs 10/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Realme V21 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme V21 doesn't.
Realme V21
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 13/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 34/100)
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Realme V21 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 53 points higher (63/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme V21 leads (36/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme V21 leads (55/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (73/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme V21 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (36/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (96/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme V21 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (55/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Realme V21 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.6" TFT | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | — | 163 g | |
| Price | — | $1099 |
Realme V21
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Realme V21
- 6.6" TFT
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme V21
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Realme V21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (68/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (73/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme V21 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (36/100 vs 13/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (96/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme V21 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (55/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Realme V21 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Realme V21 by 53 points (63/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Realme V21 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Realme V21 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme V21 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme V21 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (68/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme V21 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Realme V21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for active users.