Redmi A1+ vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

The Redmi A1+ (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $80 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 66/100 vs 13/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 8 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,800,202 vs 155,362); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A1+ doesn't; the Redmi A1+ is noticeably lighter (192g vs 218g).

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ by 53 points (66/100 vs 13/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A1+
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 100
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Performance 67
Display 100
Camera 81
Battery 45
Design 27
Value for money 20
What makes Redmi A1+ better?
  • Lighter: 192g vs 218g
  • Cheaper: $80 vs $1299

  • Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2800202 vs 155362
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 300
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 486
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (67/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (81/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (45/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi A1+ vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 53 points higher (66/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A1+ leads (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (81/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi A1+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (60/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A1+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).

Redmi A1+: The Redmi A1+ is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi A1+ Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Helio A22 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 155362 2800202
Geekbench Single 300 3100
Geekbench Multi 486 9760
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 3120x1440
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
DXOMark (camera) 151
Main camera 8 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 12 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 32GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15 / One UI 7
Brightness (peak) 400 nits 2600 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 164.9×76.8×9.1 mm 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm
Weight 192 g 218 g
Price $80 $1299
Camera comparison
Redmi A1+
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 12MP
81
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A1+
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
  • 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A1+
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
45
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi A1+ and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi A1+ MediaTek Helio A22
13/100
155362 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
66/100 +94.5%
2800202 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Redmi A1+ by 94.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi A1+
$80
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
$1299

Price difference: $1219. Redmi A1+ is cheaper by $1219.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (67/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (81/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi A1+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (60/100 vs 27/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A1+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A1+ or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ by 53 points (66/100 vs 13/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi A1+ and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?

The Redmi A1+ has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 66/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi A1+ or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi A1+ or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (67/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi A1+ over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?

The Redmi A1+ is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.