Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Vivo X90 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo X90 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 72/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4870); the main camera is 200 MP vs 3 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 1,781,240); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the stronger camera (151 vs 136); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is thinner (8.2mm vs 9.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Vivo X90 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 1781240
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 1745
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 4351
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4870 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 3MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 70/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Vivo X90 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 214g vs 218g
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs the Vivo X90 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 8 points higher (80/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X90 Pro leads (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (92/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Vivo X90 Pro are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (81/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X90 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (46/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | Vivo X90 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9200 | |
| AnTuTu | 3128552 | 1781240 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 1745 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9760 | 4351 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4870 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 151 | 136 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 3 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 (Global), Origin OS 3 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | 164.1×74.5×9.3 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X90 Pro
- Main: 3MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X90 Pro
- 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 X90 Pro
- 4870 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and Vivo X90 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Vivo X90 Pro by 75.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (92/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Vivo X90 Pro are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (81/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X90 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (77/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (46/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Vivo X90 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra edges out the Vivo X90 Pro 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 X90 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Vivo X90 Pro — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Vivo X90 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Vivo X90 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra over the Vivo X90 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo X90 Pro is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.