Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro (2023) runs on the Apple A17 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 70/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3274); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 1,467,470); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro has the stronger camera (154 vs 151); the Apple iPhone 15 Pro is noticeably lighter (187g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 15 Pro better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1299
- Better camera (83/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 1467470
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 2969
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 7599
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3274 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 80/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 10 points higher (80/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 80/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 15 Pro — 50/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 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 80/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro are nearly equal (88/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro (56/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (64/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A17 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1467470 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2969 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7599 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3274 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 154 | 151 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.6×70.6×8.3 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
- 3274 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 15 Pro by 53.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Apple iPhone 15 Pro was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 80/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro are nearly equal (88/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro (56/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (64/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 15 Pro — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 80/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.