Samsung Galaxy A04 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $135 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 66/100 vs 19/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A04 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A04 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 218g).

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 by 47 points (66/100 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 Ultra
Performance 67
Display 100
Camera 81
Battery 45
Design 27
Value for money 20
What makes Samsung Galaxy A04 better?
  • Lighter: 192g vs 218g
  • Cheaper: $135 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?
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (67/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (81/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (45/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A04 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 47 points higher (66/100 vs 19/100). 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 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (81/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (60/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).

Samsung Galaxy A04: The Samsung Galaxy A04 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 Samsung Galaxy A04 Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Processor Unisoc Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 2800202
Geekbench Single 3100
Geekbench Multi 9760
Display 6.5" PLS LCD 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 720x1600 3120x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
DXOMark (camera) 151
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 12 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 Android 15 / One UI 7
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm
Weight 192 g 218 g
Price $135 $1299
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 12MP
81
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • 6.5" PLS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
  • 6.9" 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 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
45
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A04
$135
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
$1299

Price difference: $1164. Samsung Galaxy A04 is cheaper by $1164.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (67/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (81/100 vs 24/100).

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 Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (60/100 vs 27/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).

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

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 by 47 points (66/100 vs 19/100).

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

The Samsung Galaxy A04 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 66/100.

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

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 24/100).

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

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

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

The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.