Samsung Galaxy A57 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Samsung Galaxy A57 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1680, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $350 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 57/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A57 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 1,359,649); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 183g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A57
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Samsung Galaxy A57 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 1359649
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 1382
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 4477
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 183g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 67/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 34/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A57 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 18 points higher (75/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A57 leads (44/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A57 — 48/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100; 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 Edge notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A57 (91/100 vs 67/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A57 (73/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A57 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (44/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A57 (97/100 vs 80/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A57 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1680 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1359649 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1382 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4477 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×76.8×6.9 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A57
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A57
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A57
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A57 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Samsung Galaxy A57 by 55.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $749. Samsung Galaxy A57 was $749 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A57 (91/100 vs 67/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A57 (73/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A57 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (44/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A57 (97/100 vs 80/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A57 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A57 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A57 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy A57 has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A57 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A57 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A57 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy A57 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.