Redmi 4A vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Redmi 4A (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $100 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 17/100 (a 63-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3120); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 180,934); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 4A doesn't; the Redmi 4A is noticeably lighter (131g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 4A
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Redmi 4A better?
- Lighter: 131g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $1299
- Better portability (78/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 180934
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 130
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 488
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3120 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 4A vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 63 points higher (80/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Redmi 4A — 22/100, 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 Redmi 4A (92/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (88/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (56/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 4A significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (78/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 4A | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 180934 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 130 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 488 | 9760 | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | — | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3120 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 139.9×70.4×8.5 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 131 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 4A
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi 4A
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 4A
- 3120 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
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 Redmi 4A and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Redmi 4A by 94.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1199. Redmi 4A was $1199 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (92/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (88/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (81/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (56/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 4A significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (78/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 4A or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A by 63 points (80/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 4A and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Redmi 4A has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 4A or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 4A or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 4A over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.