Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $1099 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 73/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 60 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 1,757,044); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is thinner (5.8mm vs 9.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 5311
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 60 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $700 vs $1099
- Better camera (78/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 2 points higher (75/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (63/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100, ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 60/100; 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 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (63/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (97/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | ZTE Axon 60 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3034849 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2970 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9490 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | 163.6×76.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | — | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $700 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads ZTE Axon 60 Ultra by 72.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $399. ZTE Axon 60 Ultra was $399 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (91/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (63/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (97/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge edges out the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 73/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge over the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.