Redmi 3S vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
Comparing the Redmi 3S (2016) and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (2024) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads — 37/100 vs 12/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 3S doesn't.
Redmi 3S
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- Longer battery life (14/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (81/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Redmi 3S vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim scores 25 points higher (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads (81/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 3S leads (14/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 3S leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (81/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 3S is a bit better (14/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 3S significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 3S significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 3S | Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 180440 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 827 | — | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | — | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15, One UI 7 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 139.3×69.6×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 144 g | — | |
| Price | $120 | — |
Redmi 3S
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Redmi 3S
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 3S
- 4100 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- —
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (81/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 3S is a bit better (14/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 3S significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (100/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 3S significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 3S or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S by 25 points (37/100 vs 12/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 3S and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Redmi 3S has a MobileRank rating of 12/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 3S or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads on camera score (81/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 3S over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Redmi 3S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.