Redmi 8 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
Comparing the Redmi 8 (2019) and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (2024) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads — 37/100 vs 14/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 8 doesn't.
Redmi 8
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (81/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Redmi 8 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim scores 23 points higher (37/100 vs 14/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads (81/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 8 leads (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 8 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 8 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (81/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 8 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 193115 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 199 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 795 | — | |
| Display | 6.2" IPS LCD | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | — | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15, One UI 7 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 156.5×75.4×9.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | — | |
| Price | $140 | — |
Redmi 8
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Redmi 8
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 8
- 5000 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 8 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (81/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (36/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (65/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 8 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 by 23 points (37/100 vs 14/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 8 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Redmi 8 has a MobileRank rating of 14/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 8 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 8 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Redmi 8 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.