Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Vivo iQOO 15R
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (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 $1299 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 72/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15R has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 3,047,741); the Vivo iQOO 15R is noticeably lighter (197g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Vivo iQOO 15R
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 3047741
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 9119
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15R better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 197g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 88/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO 15R, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 8 points higher (80/100 vs 72/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R leads (74/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100, 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 Ultra 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 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (81/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (74/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (62/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | Vivo iQOO 15R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3128552 | 3047741 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9760 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 151 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | 157.6×74.4×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 15R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" 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 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and Vivo iQOO 15R, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Vivo iQOO 15R by 2.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $849. Vivo iQOO 15R was $849 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 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 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (81/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (74/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (62/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra edges out the Vivo iQOO 15R by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Vivo iQOO 15R — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra over the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo iQOO 15R is a better fit for gamers and power users.