Choosing a flagship in Bangladesh depends on real use, not specs. I used both the Huawei Mate 50 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra daily for over a month in heat, crowded networks, and outdoor conditions. The Galaxy S25 Ultra feels clearly more complete with stronger performance, better cameras, Google services, and 5G readiness. The Mate 50 still offers premium build and solid cameras, but software limits and future support are concerns. Price differences also matter due to official versus grey-market availability.

I personally visited Bashundhara City, Jamuna Future Park outlets, and checked online stores like Pickaboo and Daraz listings to understand real pricing. I noticed that although the Huawei Mate 50 launched globally in late 2022 at a premium price, it never got a full official release in Bangladesh. Initially, its grey-market price hovered high, but demand softened over time due to Google service limitations. Currently, Mate 50 is mostly available unofficially, and pricing fluctuates depending on stock and variant. 

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra launched officially in Bangladesh in early 2025. Samsung’s official presence keeps pricing more stable, with warranty support and installment options. While the Galaxy S25 Ultra is expensive, buyers get long-term software support and resale value. In real terms, Huawei Mate 50 looks cheaper now, but S25 Ultra offers stronger long-term value for Bangladeshi users.

I tested both phones many times within a month, often playing long sessions in warm rooms without any cooling. The Huawei Mate 50’s Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4G) still runs PUBG and CODM smoothly at high settings, but after repeated sessions I noticed heat buildup and small frame drops, especially in Genshin Impact. Huawei Central’s lowest scores place it around AnTuTu near 247498 to 443228, which now feels mid-flagship. 

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, stays noticeably more stable. As per NanoReview, with Geekbench scores around 3147 (single-core) / 9750 (multi-core) and AnTuTu close to 2731492, it offers higher FPS, smoother frame rates, and significantly less throttling during long gaming sessions.

After using both phones side by side in daily Bangladeshi life, the differences felt practical, not technical.

• Daily usability: The Galaxy S25 Ultra feels effortless for everyday tasks. App installs, notifications, banking apps, and location services work without friction. On the Huawei Mate 50, I often had to rely on workarounds, especially for local apps and background notifications.

• Performance feel: Even outside gaming, Samsung stays consistently smooth when switching apps, editing photos, or using split-screen. The Mate 50 is still fast, but occasional delays reminded me it’s from an older generation.

• Heat & comfort: During repeated use navigation, camera, social media. The Galaxy S25 Ultra stays more comfortable in hand. The Mate 50 warms up quicker, especially outdoors.

• Ecosystem & support: Samsung’s software updates, accessories, service centers, and resale value clearly suit Bangladesh better. With Huawei, long-term support and servicing feel uncertain.

• Camera confidence: I trusted the Galaxy S25 Ultra more when capturing important moments. The Mate 50 takes nice photos, but consistency matters more in real life.

• Long-term ownership: Samsung feels like a safer phone to keep for years. The Mate 50 feels more like a short-term or enthusiast choice.

Bottom line: If you want fewer compromises, smoother daily life, and long-term peace of mind in Bangladesh, the Galaxy S25 Ultra fits better. The Mate 50 only makes sense if you value Huawei’s hardware feel and accept software limitations.

Within regular daily use, I tested both phones many times using Grameenphone, Banglalink, Airtel, and Robi in Dhaka and nearby areas. The Huawei Mate 50 handles 2G, 3G, and 4G LTE reliably, with clear call quality and stable data indoors, but I noticed slower signal recovery in crowded places. Lack of 5G support already feels limiting as Bangladesh moves forward. Wi-Fi performance is decent, though range drops through walls.

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra feels noticeably stronger on local networks. LTE speeds stay more consistent, call quality is clearer, and it’s fully ready for Bangladesh’s 5G Network rollout. Wi-Fi remains faster and more stable overall. Compared to rivals like OnePlus 12, Samsung still feels more future-proof locally.

In my daily use, I used both cameras regularly for photos, family moments, and quick videos, and the difference came down to consistency rather than specs. The Huawei Mate 50 still captures pleasing images with balanced colors, but results vary more depending on lighting and movement. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra feels more dependable in real situations, especially at night, during zoom shots, and while recording video, where stability and processing are clearly stronger.

• Huawei Mate 50: Daylight photos look natural with good dynamic range. Low-light shots are usable, but video stability drops during movement.

• Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: More consistent results across lighting conditions, stronger night performance, better zoom clarity, and noticeably steadier video.

I spent a lot of time reading, watching YouTube, scrolling social media, and using maps on both phones, and display quality mattered more than numbers. The Huawei Mate 50 uses an OLED panel with high resolution and solid PPI, so text and images look sharp. Colors appear natural, and night-time viewing is comfortable with less eye strain. However, according to GSMArena’s display measurements, its peak brightness is lower than newer flagships, which matches my experience, under strong Bangladeshi sunlight, visibility is only average and sometimes needs manual brightness adjustment.

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra’s AMOLED panel feels a step ahead. As GSMArena notes, it reaches much higher brightness levels and uses a more advanced display technology. In real use, outdoor visibility is excellent, scrolling feels smoother thanks to the higher refresh rate, and colors stay clear without looking harsh. Day or night, Samsung’s display simply feels more confident and easier to live with in Bangladesh.

Choose Huawei Mate 50 if you want premium build and solid cameras at a lower grey-market price. Choose Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra if you want performance, cameras, updates, and long-term reliability in Bangladesh.

Huawei Mate 50 still feels refined, but Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is the more complete, future-ready flagship for most Bangladeshi users.

Does Galaxy S25 Ultra overheat during long gaming?

In my testing, it stays warm but stable, with far less throttling than older Snapdragon-powered flagships.

Is Huawei Mate 50 still good for gaming in 2026?

It handles casual and moderate gaming well, but newer titles show heat and frame drops compared to modern flagships like Galaxy S25 Ultra.

Which phone has better camera consistency?

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra delivers more reliable results across daylight, night, and zoom, while Mate 50 excels mainly in standard photography.

Which phone has better resale value in Bangladesh?

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra holds resale value much better due to official support and higher demand.

Is Mate 50 worth buying now at a lower price?