Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Vivo X200 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo X200 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1299 and $889. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads — 86/100 vs 80/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X200 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 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 3,092,340); per DXOMark lab testing, the Vivo X200 Ultra has the stronger camera (167 vs 151).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Vivo X200 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 3092340
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 218g vs 229g
- Better portability (46/100 vs 34/100)
What makes Vivo X200 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10095 vs 9760
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $889 vs $1299
- Better camera (93/100 vs 81/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 88/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs the Vivo X200 Ultra, the Vivo X200 Ultra scores 6 points higher (86/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100, Vivo X200 Ultra — 86/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 92/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (89/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra is a bit better (93/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (78/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (46/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | Vivo X200 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3128552 | 3092340 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9760 | 10095 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 151 | 167 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 15 / OriginOS 5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | 163.1×76.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 229 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $889 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X200 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X200 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- 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 X200 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:14 hrs, total 24:25 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and Vivo X200 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Vivo X200 Ultra by 1.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $410. Vivo X200 Ultra was $410 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (89/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra is a bit better (93/100 vs 81/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (78/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (46/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Vivo X200 Ultra edges out the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Vivo X200 Ultra — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Vivo X200 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 81/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra over the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo X200 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.