Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 53/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 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 971,424); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 188g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 971424
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 1167
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 2577
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 188g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 22 points higher (75/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (48/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (91/100 vs 57/100). 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 Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (73/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (48/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (97/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 3034849 | 971424 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2970 | 1167 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9490 | 2577 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 212.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (91/100 vs 57/100).
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 Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (73/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (48/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (97/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 22 points (75/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.