Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1099 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 75/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3900); the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 3,034,849); per DXOMark lab testing, the Vivo X300 Ultra has the stronger camera (170 vs 140); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Lighter: 163g vs 230g
- Better portability (97/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 3034849
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2970
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9490
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $950 vs $1099
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 16 points higher (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100, Vivo X300 Ultra — 94/100; 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 X300 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (96/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (85/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (97/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3034849 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2970 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9490 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | 170 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 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 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge by 28.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $149. Vivo X300 Ultra was $149 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (96/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (85/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (97/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 73/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X300 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.