Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs Xiaomi 13 Lite
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 13 Lite (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1; launch prices were $999 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads — 71/100 vs 54/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4500); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,219,688 vs 859,516); the Xiaomi 13 Lite is noticeably lighter (171g vs 190g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25+
Xiaomi 13 Lite
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3219688 vs 859516
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1044
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 2785
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Xiaomi 13 Lite better?
- Faster charging: 67W vs 45W
- Lighter: 171g vs 190g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $999
- Better portability (84/100 vs 72/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs the Xiaomi 13 Lite, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ scores 17 points higher (71/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (54/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 52/100, Xiaomi 13 Lite — 36/100; 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+ significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 40/100. In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite is a bit better (84/100 vs 72/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | Xiaomi 13 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3219688 | 859516 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 1044 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 2785 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 159.2×72.7×7.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 171 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $400 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 13 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 13 Lite
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 13 Lite
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25+ and Xiaomi 13 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads Xiaomi 13 Lite by 274.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $599. Xiaomi 13 Lite was $599 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite (92/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 40/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite is a bit better (84/100 vs 72/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Xiaomi 13 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 13 Lite — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Xiaomi 13 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi 13 Lite — 54/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Xiaomi 13 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads on performance (92/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25+ over the Xiaomi 13 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.