Samsung Galaxy S25vsvivo Y29 5G

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Samsung
Samsung Galaxy S25
Galaxy S25
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
RAM:12GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Samsung Galaxy S25's battery life remains unchanged, disappointing those who value this feature above all else.
The most notable change is the adoption of Samsung's latest Super AMOLED technology, featuring deeper blacks and more vivid colors.
The Samsung Galaxy S25's camera setup offers iterative upgrades, not revolutionary improvements or significant innovation.
The updated processor may offer improved performance, but its impact is uncertain and debatable.
vivo
vivo Y29 5G
Y29 5G
Processor:MediaTek Dimensity 6300
RAM:4GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Vivo Y29 5G has an average battery life despite its large 6,000mAh power capacity.
The Vivo Y29 5G's display is average, lacking color accuracy and vibrancy compared to similar priced offerings elsewhere.
The Vivo Y29 5G's camera is a major letdown with subpar performance and limited features overall.
The Vivo Y29 5G's underwhelming performance is the most significant disappointment with this device overall.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Samsung Galaxy S25
4.32 GHz
vivo Y29 5G
2.40 GHz

RAM

Winner
Samsung Galaxy S25
12GB
vivo Y29 5G
4GB

Storage

Tie
Samsung Galaxy S25
128GB
vivo Y29 5G
128GB

Weight

Winner
Samsung Galaxy S25
162g
vivo Y29 5G
198g
Rank
Samsung Galaxy S25
Winner
#58
vivo Y29 5G
#638
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Samsung Galaxy S25
#555
Winner
vivo Y29 5G
#607
Design
Samsung Galaxy S25
#10
Winner
vivo Y29 5G
#736
Display
Samsung Galaxy S25
#512
Winner
vivo Y29 5G
#615
Performance
Samsung Galaxy S25
#21
Winner
vivo Y29 5G
#650
Battery
Samsung Galaxy S25
#613
vivo Y29 5G
#408
Winner
Camera
Samsung Galaxy S25
#257
Winner
vivo Y29 5G
#758
item_phones_categoryId
Samsung Galaxy S25
#1
vivo Y29 5G
#–

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Samsung Samsung Galaxy S25
vivo vivo Y29 5G
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
MediaTek Dimensity 6300
CPU
2x4.32 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L+ 6x3.53 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M
2x2.4 GHz ARM Cortex, A76 +6x2.0 GHz ARM Cortex, A55
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
3
6
Frequency
4.32
2.40
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Adreno 830
Arm Mali-G57 MC2
RAM
12
4
Type
RAM LPDDR5X
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
128
128
Type
UFS Storage 4.0
eMMC 5.1 Storage
SD slot
No
N/A
Fingerprint security
Yes, in screen
Yes, on the side
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
N/A
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
N/A
Barometer sensor
Yes
N/A
Hall sensor
Yes
N/A
Geomagnetic sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
Noise cancellation microphone, Stereo Speakers, 2 microphones
Hi-Res Audio, Stereo Speakers
Antutu Score
2265528
420000
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 98% of devices
Overall performance better than 71% of devices
Cooling system
Yes
No
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Samsung Galaxy S25

Strengths

Zero risk for Samsung with this spec bump, making it a textbook example of a zero-risk upgrade.
The new chip, Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy, might be a big enough bump that we notice it and maybe we don't even need a much bigger battery.
The new ISP on the chip might breathe new life into these cameras, potentially surprising us with better performance.
Samsung has been good about software updates lately, promising seven years of updates on their newest flagships.
The new One UI 7 is a refreshed look with fresh aesthetics and iOS-inspired features, making it a nice update to the S25.

Weaknesses

It's just a spec bump, with no IP69, no silicon carbide battery, no ultra-fast charging, and no brighter display.
The new camera features might not be enough to justify an upgrade for those who already have a decently new phone.
Some of the AI features are cool but debatable in terms of how much value they bring to the phone.
Clear cases can turn yellow over time, which is a problem dbrand's Ghost Case 2.0 aims to solve.
The only way to tell the S25 Ultra from the S24 is by a new colorway, making it hard for some users to justify an upgrade.

vivo Y29 5G

Strengths

The phone has a 6.68 inch IPS LCD display with HD Plus resolution, which is good for normal usage and outdoor visibility.
It has a 120Hz refresh rate, which provides smoothness in user experience.
The device comes with a dual speaker setup, making it suitable for entertainment purposes.
The phone has a fast charging speed of 44W, which is convenient for users who need to quickly top up their battery.

Weaknesses

The processor is not powerful enough (Qualcomm Snapdragon 632), leading to lagging performance in UI and heavy tasks.
The camera quality is disappointing, with a 50MP sensor on the back that produces average photos.
The phone does not support HDR or 4K content playback, which may be a drawback for some users.
The device has outdated features such as Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.4, and no NFC, which are important considerations in today's smartphones.
Read Full Reviews

Samsung Galaxy S25

The Samsung Galaxy S25 is a textbook example of a spec bump - zero risk for the manufacturer, and consequently, its target demographic. The new phone boasts incremental upgrades over its predecessor, including a slightly larger screen, improved cameras, and a more powerful chip. However, whether these changes are enough to justify an upgrade remains to be seen. This review will examine if the S25's modest improvements are sufficient to sway those already satisfied with their existing device.

vivo Y29 5G

I recently got my hands on the Vivo Y29 5G, a smartphone that promises a lot but delivers little. With a starting price of around Rs 15,000, I expected more from this device. The phone's design is decent, with a diamond-black finish and a sleek aluminum frame, but things take a turn for the worse when it comes to performance. The processor feels slow, even for basic tasks like browsing and social media, and the camera is underwhelming, producing average photos that don't impress.

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