Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs Vivo Y21d
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo Y21d (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7225; estimated prices are $1099 and $110. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 63/100 vs 27/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y21d 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 300,000); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y21d doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 209g).
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Vivo Y21d
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 300000
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 580
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 1750
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 163g vs 209g
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 38/100)
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Cheaper: $110 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 13/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 34/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs the Vivo Y21d, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 36 points higher (63/100 vs 27/100). 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 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21d leads (54/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y21d leads (100/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d (73/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21d significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (54/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d (96/100 vs 38/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y21d significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (100/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | Vivo Y21d | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Unisoc T7225 | |
| AnTuTu | 3034849 | 300000 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2970 | 580 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9490 | 1750 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 720x1608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 6500 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 | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | 166.1×77.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 209 g | |
| Price | $1099 | $110 |
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo Y21d
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y21d
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1608
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo Y21d
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and Vivo Y21d, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Vivo Y21d by 911.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $989. Vivo Y21d is cheaper by $989.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d (68/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d (73/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21d significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (54/100 vs 13/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d (96/100 vs 38/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y21d significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (100/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Vivo Y21d?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d by 36 points (63/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Vivo Y21d?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Vivo Y21d — 27/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Vivo Y21d?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Vivo Y21d?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (68/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge over the Vivo Y21d?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for active users. The Vivo Y21d is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.