Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1099 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 75/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 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 3,030,376); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the stronger camera (159 vs 140); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 3030376
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 225g
- Better portability (97/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2970
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 9490
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1099
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 10 points higher (85/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100, Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 80/100; 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 Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (87/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (80/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (97/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3034849 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2970 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9490 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | 159 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Xiaomi 15 Ultra by 0.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Xiaomi 15 Ultra was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (87/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (80/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (97/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.