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. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 33/100 (a 42-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 348,562); 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).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A05
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Samsung Galaxy A05 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 1461
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 195g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A05 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 42 points higher (75/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 leads (44/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (44/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (97/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A05 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 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 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | — | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A05
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
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 88.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy A05
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (89/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (73/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (44/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (97/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
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 42 points (75/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A05 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy A05 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
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 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A05 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.