Redmi R70 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Redmi R70 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8300, 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 39/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi R70 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 639,225); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi R70 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi R70
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Redmi R70 better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 2073
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 210g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi R70 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 36 points higher (75/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi R70 leads (51/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Redmi R70 — 60/100, 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 R70 (91/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (73/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi R70 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (51/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (97/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi R70 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Redmi R70
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi R70
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi R70
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi R70 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Redmi R70 by 78.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $979. Redmi R70 was $979 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (91/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (89/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (73/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi R70 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (51/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (97/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi R70 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 by 36 points (75/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi R70 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Redmi R70 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi R70 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi R70 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Redmi R70 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.