Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 63/100 vs 5/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra doesn't.

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra by 58 points (63/100 vs 5/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Performance 68
Display 100
Camera 73
Battery 13
Design 96
Value for money 34
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?

  • Higher performance (68/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (73/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (13/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra better?

  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 58 points higher (63/100 vs 5/100). 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 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (13/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra leads (55/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (73/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (13/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (96/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (55/100 vs 34/100).

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge: The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for active users.
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra: The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 3034849
Geekbench Single 2970
Geekbench Multi 9490
Display 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 1.4" AMOLED
Resolution 3120x1440 466x466
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 3900 mAh
Charging 25W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 140
Main camera 200 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 12 MP
RAM 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15 / One UI 7
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm
Weight 163 g
Price $1099
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
73
camera
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
  • Main: —
  • Front: —
0
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
  • 1.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 466x466
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
  • 3900 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
13
battery
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
$1099
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (68/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (73/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (13/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (96/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (55/100 vs 34/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra by 58 points (63/100 vs 5/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra — 5/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (68/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.