Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $1099 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 66/100 vs 63/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3900); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 2,800,202); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the stronger camera (151 vs 140); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 218g).
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 2800202
- Lighter: 163g vs 218g
- Cheaper: $1099 vs $1299
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 67/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (34/100 vs 20/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 2970
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 9490
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better camera (81/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 13/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 3 points higher (66/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (45/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (34/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (68/100 vs 67/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (81/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (45/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (96/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (34/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3034849 | 2800202 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2970 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9490 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | 151 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 218 g | |
| Price | $1099 | $1299 |
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra by 8.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $200. Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is cheaper by $200.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (68/100 vs 67/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (81/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (45/100 vs 13/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (96/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (34/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra edges out the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.