Samsung Galaxy A25 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Samsung Galaxy A25 (2023) runs on the Exynos 1280, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 48/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 615,425); the Samsung Galaxy A25 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A25
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Samsung Galaxy A25 better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 215g
- Better portability (58/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 615425
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 956
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2082
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A25 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 38 points higher (86/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (94/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (85/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A25 is a bit better (58/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A25 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1280 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 615425 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 956 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2082 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.5" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 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 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.0×76.5×8.3 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A25
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A25
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A25
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A25 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Samsung Galaxy A25 by 83.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy A25
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (94/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (78/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (85/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A25 is a bit better (58/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A25 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 by 38 points (86/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A25 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Samsung Galaxy A25 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A25 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A25 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A25 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.