Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs Tecno Pop 5X
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 63/100 vs 9/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pop 5X has the bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 200 MP vs 8 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is thinner (5.8mm vs 8.5mm).
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Tecno Pop 5X
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (13/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Bigger battery: 4000 vs 3900 mAh
- Lighter: 150g vs 163g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 96/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 34/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 54 points higher (63/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop 5X leads (55/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (73/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Tecno Pop 5X are nearly equal (13/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge are nearly equal (100/100 vs 96/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop 5X notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (55/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | Tecno Pop 5X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 3034849 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2970 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9490 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 150 g | |
| Price | $1099 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (68/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (73/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Tecno Pop 5X are nearly equal (13/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge are nearly equal (100/100 vs 96/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop 5X notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (55/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 54 points (63/100 vs 9/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (68/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge over the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.