Samsung Galaxy A04 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge

The Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $135 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 63/100 vs 19/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A04 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A04 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 192g).

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 by 44 points (63/100 vs 19/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A04
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 100
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Performance 68
Display 100
Camera 73
Battery 13
Design 96
Value for money 34
What makes Samsung Galaxy A04 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
  • Cheaper: $135 vs $1099

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 13/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 34/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 163g vs 192g

  • Higher performance (68/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (73/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A04 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 44 points higher (63/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (36/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (100/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (73/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (36/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (96/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (100/100 vs 34/100).

Samsung Galaxy A04: The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge: The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy A04 Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Processor Unisoc Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 3034849
Geekbench Single 2970
Geekbench Multi 9490
Display 6.5" PLS LCD 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 720x1600 3120x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 3900 mAh
Charging 25W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
DXOMark (camera) 140
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Front camera 5 MP 12 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 12GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 Android 15 / One UI 7
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm
Weight 192 g 163 g
Price $135 $1099
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
73
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • 6.5" PLS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
  • 3900 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
13
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A04
$135
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
$1099

Price difference: $964. Samsung Galaxy A04 is cheaper by $964.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (68/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (73/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (36/100 vs 13/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (96/100 vs 60/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (100/100 vs 34/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A04 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 by 44 points (63/100 vs 19/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?

The Samsung Galaxy A04 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 63/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A04 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 24/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A04 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (68/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A04 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?

The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for active users.