Samsung Galaxy A05 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Samsung Galaxy A05 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $89 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 A05 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 346,495); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A05 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 195g).
Samsung Galaxy A05
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Cheaper: $89 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 13/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 34/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 346495
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 420
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 1364
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 195g
- 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 56/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A05 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 A05 leads (37/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 leads (100/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (73/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (37/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (96/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (100/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A05 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 346495 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 420 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1364 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.7" | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.2×8.8 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 163 g | |
| Price | $89 | $1099 |
Samsung Galaxy A05
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Samsung Galaxy A05 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Samsung Galaxy A05 by 88.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1010. Samsung Galaxy A05 is cheaper by $1010.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (68/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (73/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (37/100 vs 13/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (96/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (100/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 by 44 points (63/100 vs 19/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A05 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy A05 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A05 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 A05 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 A05 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy A05 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for active users.