Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs Vivo iQOO 15R
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO 15R (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15R leads — 72/100 vs 71/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15R has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,219,688 vs 3,047,741).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25+
Vivo iQOO 15R
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3219688 vs 3047741
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 9119
- Lighter: 190g vs 197g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 62/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15R better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $999
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs the Vivo iQOO 15R, the Vivo iQOO 15R scores 1 points higher (72/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R leads (74/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 52/100, Vivo iQOO 15R — 68/100; 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+ and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (74/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | Vivo iQOO 15R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3219688 | 3047741 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 157.6×74.4×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 15R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25+ and Vivo iQOO 15R, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads Vivo iQOO 15R by 5.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $549. Vivo iQOO 15R was $549 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (74/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Vivo iQOO 15R edges out the Samsung Galaxy S25+ by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo iQOO 15R — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25+ over the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 15R is a better fit for gamers and power users.