Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Vivo iQOO Z10
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO Z10 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 58/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z10 has the bigger battery (7300 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 1,032,527); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z10 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z10 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Vivo iQOO Z10
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 1032527
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 3390
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z10 better?
- Bigger battery: 7300 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Lighter: 199g vs 218g
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO Z10, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 22 points higher (80/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 leads (71/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z10 (92/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z10 (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (71/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | Vivo iQOO Z10 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3128552 | 1032527 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 1161 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9760 | 3390 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1080x2392 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7300 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 151 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | 163.4×76.4×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Z10
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z10
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 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 Z10
- 7300 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and Vivo iQOO Z10, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Vivo iQOO Z10 by 203.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z10
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z10 (92/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z10 (81/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (71/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z10?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z10 by 22 points (80/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Z10?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Vivo iQOO Z10 — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z10?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z10?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra over the Vivo iQOO Z10?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo iQOO Z10 is a better fit for active users.