Samsung Galaxy A25 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A25 (2023) runs on the Exynos 1280, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 48/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 615,425); the Samsung Galaxy A25 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A25
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy A25 better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 218g
- Better portability (58/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 615425
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 956
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 2082
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A25 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 32 points higher (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (92/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (81/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A25 is a bit better (58/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A25 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1280 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 615425 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 956 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2082 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.5" Super AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.0×76.5×8.3 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A25
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A25
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A25
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A25 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A25 by 80.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy A25
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (92/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (81/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A25 is a bit better (58/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A25 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 by 32 points (80/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A25 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A25 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A25 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A25 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A25 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.