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Galaxy S25 Edge vs vivo iQOO Z7i: Which One Should You Buy?

Galaxy S25 Edge edges ahead with a BeastScore of 82.3/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

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Samsung · 2025

Galaxy S25 Edge

Galaxy S25 Edge
82/ 100
Launch price$1,099
Vivo

vivo iQOO Z7i

vivo iQOO Z7i
82/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Galaxy S25 Edge wins 3 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Galaxy S25 Edge
Galaxy S25 Edge
3 wins
vivo iQOO Z7i
vivo iQOO Z7i
2 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayValue
Galaxy S25 Edgevivo iQOO Z7i
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedGalaxy S25 Edge
    90
    79
  • CameraGalaxy S25 Edge
    99
    80
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • Batteryvivo iQOO Z7i
    58
    86
  • DisplayGalaxy S25 Edge
    90
    84
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • Valuevivo iQOO Z7i
    55
    85
Key differences
  • vivo iQOO Z7i has the bigger battery5,000 mAh vs 3,900 mAh
  • Galaxy S25 Edge has the bigger screen6.7" vs 6.51"
  • Galaxy S25 Edge has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
  • Galaxy S25 Edge has the faster chipSnapdragon 8 Elite vs Dimensity 6020
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Galaxy S25 Edge
  • ✓836 g lighter (163 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$8900 cheaper at launch ($1099 vs $9999)
  • ✓200 MP main camera
Reasons to buy vivo iQOO Z7i
  • ✓Bigger 5,000 mAh battery (+1,100 mAh)
  • ✓6.51" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationGalaxy S25 Edgevivo iQOO Z7i
1. Display & Screen🏆 Galaxy S25 Edge Wins Display
Screen typeDynamic LTPO AMOLED 2XAMOLED
Screen Size6.7"6.51"
Resolution & Density3120x1440 (513 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness2,600 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Galaxy S25 Edge Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorSnapdragon 8 Elite (3nm)Dimensity 6020
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsAdreno 830Not listed
Operating SystemAndroid 15Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB128 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Galaxy S25 Edge Wins Camera
Primary Camera200 MP, f/1.7, OIS, Samsung HP2undefined MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP, f/2.2undefined MP
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions158.2 x 75.6 x 5.8 mmN/A
Weight163 gN/A
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68Not listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 vivo iQOO Z7i Wins Battery
Battery Capacity3,900 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless Charging15W wireless chargingNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Not listed
Bluetooth5.4Not listed
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2Not listed
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$1099Price on request
Our verdict

Galaxy S25 Edge wins — BeastScore 82.3/100

After comparing all the specs, Galaxy S25 Edge is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 82.3 vs top rival 82.0 and Significantly faster wired charging: 25W vs max 0W.

Buy Galaxy S25 Edge if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 82.3 vs top rival 82.0 · Significantly faster wired charging: 25W vs max 0W

Buy vivo iQOO Z7i if you want

Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+1,100 mAh more)

Common questions

Which is better: Galaxy S25 Edge or vivo iQOO Z7i?

Galaxy S25 Edge leads with an overall BeastScore of 82.3/100 compared to vivo iQOO Z7i (82.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 82.3 vs top rival 82.0 and Significantly faster wired charging: 25W vs max 0W.

What are the main battery and display differences between Galaxy S25 Edge and vivo iQOO Z7i?

Galaxy S25 Edge has a 6.7-inch display and 3900 mAh battery. vivo iQOO Z7i has a 6.51-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

How do Galaxy S25 Edge and vivo iQOO Z7i compare for speed?

Galaxy S25 Edge scores 90/100 for performance; vivo iQOO Z7i scores 79/100.

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