Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs Vivo Y500 (China)
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo Y500 (China) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300; launch prices were $1099 and $185. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 55/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 (China) has the bigger battery (8200 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 879,714); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Vivo Y500 (China)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 2813
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 213g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 (China) better?
- Bigger battery: 8200 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $185 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs the Vivo Y500 (China), the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 20 points higher (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 (China) leads (74/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100, Vivo Y500 (China) — 74/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (91/100 vs 55/100). 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 Y500 (China) (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 (China) 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 Y500 (China) (97/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | Vivo Y500 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3034849 | 879714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2970 | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9490 | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1080x2392 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 8200 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | 163.1×75.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $185 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo Y500 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500 (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo Y500 (China)
- 8200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and Vivo Y500 (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Vivo Y500 (China) by 245.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $914. Vivo Y500 (China) was $914 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (91/100 vs 55/100).
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 Y500 (China) (73/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 (China) 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 Y500 (China) (97/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) by 20 points (75/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo Y500 (China) — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge over the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.