Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy S25+
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads — 71/100 vs 65/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4674); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,219,688 vs 1,972,476).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Samsung Galaxy S25+
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Plus better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3431 vs 3050
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3219688 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 8638
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4674 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 190g vs 199g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 86/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 47/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs the Samsung Galaxy S25+, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ scores 6 points higher (71/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (92/100 vs 86/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Samsung Galaxy S25+ are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Plus | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3219688 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3431 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8638 | 9700 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1290x2796 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4674 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 18.1 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×77.8×7.8 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1290x2796
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 4674 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Samsung Galaxy S25+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads Apple iPhone 16 Plus by 38.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (92/100 vs 86/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Samsung Galaxy S25+ are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ edges out the Apple iPhone 16 Plus by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads on performance (92/100 vs 86/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Plus over the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.