Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Xiaomi 14T Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 14T Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+; launch prices were $1299 and $649. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 78/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 2,283,895); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the stronger camera (151 vs 135).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Xiaomi 14T Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 2283895
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 2249
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 7352
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 69/100)
What makes Xiaomi 14T Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 209g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $649 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 88/100)
- Better portability (49/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 14T Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 2 points higher (80/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14T Pro leads (79/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100, Xiaomi 14T Pro — 70/100; 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 is a bit better (92/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14T Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (81/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14T Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (79/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 14T Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (49/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | Xiaomi 14T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | |
| AnTuTu | 3128552 | 2283895 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 2249 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9760 | 7352 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 151 | 135 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | 160.4×75.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $649 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 14T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 14T Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- 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
Xiaomi 14T Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and Xiaomi 14T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Xiaomi 14T Pro by 37.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $650. Xiaomi 14T Pro was $650 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14T Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (81/100 vs 69/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14T Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (79/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 14T Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (49/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Xiaomi 14T Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra edges out the Xiaomi 14T Pro by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Xiaomi 14T Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Xiaomi 14T Pro — 78/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Xiaomi 14T Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 69/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Xiaomi 14T Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra over the Xiaomi 14T Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 14T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.