Redmi 10C vs Samsung Galaxy S25+
The Redmi 10C (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $150 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads — 71/100 vs 34/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 10C has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,219,688 vs 424,216); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is thinner (7.3mm vs 8.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 10C
Samsung Galaxy S25+
What makes Redmi 10C better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $999
- Overall rating 34/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3219688 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 1423
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 10C vs the Samsung Galaxy S25+, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ scores 37 points higher (71/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (92/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (54/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Redmi 10C — 42/100, Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 52/100; 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+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (92/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 10C | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 424216 | 3219688 | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1423 | 9700 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11, MIUI 13 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.6×76.6×8.3 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 10C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi 10C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 10C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 10C and Samsung Galaxy S25+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads Redmi 10C by 86.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $849. Redmi 10C was $849 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (92/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (89/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 10C or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C by 37 points (71/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 10C and the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Redmi 10C has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 10C or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 10C or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads on performance (92/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 10C over the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.