Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs Vivo iQOO 15R
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO 15R (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1099 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 73/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15R has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 2,817,788); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 197g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Vivo iQOO 15R
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 2817788
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 197g
- Better camera (73/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 62/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15R better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2970
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9490
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $1099
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 91/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs the Vivo iQOO 15R, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 2 points higher (75/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R leads (74/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100, Vivo iQOO 15R — 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 Vivo iQOO 15R and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge are nearly equal (93/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (73/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (74/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (97/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | Vivo iQOO 15R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3034849 | 2817788 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2970 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9490 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | 157.6×74.4×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 15R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and Vivo iQOO 15R, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Vivo iQOO 15R by 7.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $649. Vivo iQOO 15R was $649 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge are nearly equal (93/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (73/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (74/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (97/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge edges out the Vivo iQOO 15R by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo iQOO 15R — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge over the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 15R is a better fit for gamers and power users.