Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1099 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 75/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3900); the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 3,034,849); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Lighter: 163g vs 216g
- Better camera (73/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 3034849
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2970
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9490
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $1099
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 91/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 7 points higher (82/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100; 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 15T is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (73/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (75/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (97/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3034849 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2970 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9490 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 163 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge by 35.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $600. Vivo iQOO 15T was $600 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (73/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (75/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (97/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T edges out the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 65/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.