Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Vivo V29
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo V29 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 55/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 783,606); the Vivo V29 is noticeably lighter (186g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Vivo V29
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 783606
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 1017
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 2943
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4600 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Vivo V29 better?
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Lighter: 186g vs 218g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs the Vivo V29, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 25 points higher (80/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo V29 (92/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Vivo V29 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo V29 (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V29 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (72/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | Vivo V29 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3128552 | 783606 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 1017 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9760 | 2943 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 80W | |
| 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 | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | 164.2×74.4×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo V29
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo V29
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- 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 V29
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and Vivo V29, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Vivo V29 by 299.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo V29
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo V29 (92/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Vivo V29 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo V29 (81/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V29 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (72/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Vivo V29?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo V29 by 25 points (80/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Vivo V29?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Vivo V29 — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Vivo V29?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Vivo V29?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra over the Vivo V29?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.