Redmi 14C vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Redmi 14C (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $120 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 31/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 14C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 358,608); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has the stronger camera (140 vs 63); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 204g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 14C
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Redmi 14C better?
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 3900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 1416
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 163g vs 204g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 13/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 14C vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 44 points higher (75/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 14C leads (46/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Redmi 14C — 44/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100; 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 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (73/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 14C notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (46/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (97/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 14C | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, HyperOS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.9×77.8×8.2 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 14C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi 14C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 14C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 14C and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Redmi 14C by 88.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $979. Redmi 14C was $979 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (91/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (89/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (73/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 14C notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (46/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (97/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 14C or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C by 44 points (75/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 14C and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Redmi 14C has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 14C or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 14C or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 14C over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.