Samsung Galaxy A36 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A36 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $330 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 52/100 (a 28-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 840,353); the Samsung Galaxy A36 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A36
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy A36 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $330 vs $1299
- Better portability (68/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 840353
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 1013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 3000
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A36 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 28 points higher (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 34/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A36 — 40/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (81/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (68/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A36 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 840353 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1013 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 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 | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $330 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A36
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A36
- 6.7" 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 A36
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- 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 A36 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A36 by 73.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $969. Samsung Galaxy A36 was $969 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (92/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (81/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (68/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A36 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 by 28 points (80/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A36 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A36 has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A36 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 A36 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A36 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.