Redmi R70 vs Samsung Galaxy S25+
The Redmi R70 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8300, while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $120 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads — 71/100 vs 39/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi R70 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,219,688 vs 639,225); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi R70 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi R70
Samsung Galaxy S25+
What makes Redmi R70 better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $999
- Overall rating 39/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3219688 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 2073
- Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 190g vs 210g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi R70 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25+, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ scores 32 points higher (71/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (92/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (40/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Redmi R70 — 60/100, Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 52/100; 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+ significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (92/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Redmi R70 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (72/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi R70 | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 3219688 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 9700 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 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 | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi R70
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi R70
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 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+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi R70 and Samsung Galaxy S25+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads Redmi R70 by 80.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $879. Redmi R70 was $879 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (92/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (89/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (40/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Redmi R70 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (72/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi R70 or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 by 32 points (71/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi R70 and the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Redmi R70 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi R70 or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi R70 or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads on performance (92/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Redmi R70 over the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.