Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Vivo T5 5G
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo T5 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7500 Turbo; launch prices were $1299 and $235. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 60/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo T5 5G has the bigger battery (7050 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 1,106,227); the Vivo T5 5G is noticeably lighter (199g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Vivo T5 5G
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 1106227
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 1089
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 3276
- Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Vivo T5 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 7050 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 199g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $235 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 88/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs the Vivo T5 5G, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 20 points higher (80/100 vs 60/100). 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 40/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100, Vivo T5 5G — 74/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 5G (92/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo T5 5G is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 5G (81/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo T5 5G and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (60/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo T5 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | Vivo T5 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 7500 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 3128552 | 1106227 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 1089 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9760 | 3276 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7050 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 44W | |
| 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 | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | 164.4×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $235 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo T5 5G
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo T5 5G
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- 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 T5 5G
- 7050 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and Vivo T5 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Vivo T5 5G by 182.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1064. Vivo T5 5G was $1064 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 5G (92/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo T5 5G is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 5G (81/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo T5 5G and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (60/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo T5 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Vivo T5 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 5G by 20 points (80/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Vivo T5 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Vivo T5 5G — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Vivo T5 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Vivo T5 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra over the Vivo T5 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo T5 5G is a better fit for active users.