Apple iPhone 16e vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $599 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 56/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has the bigger battery (3900 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 1,972,476); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is thinner (5.8mm vs 7.8mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16e
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3254 vs 2970
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $1099
- Overall rating 56/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 8070
- Bigger battery: 3900 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 25W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 7W
- Lighter: 163g vs 167g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 85/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (29/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 61/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 19 points higher (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (29/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16e — 26/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100; 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 Edge is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (89/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (29/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (97/100 vs 80/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3254 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8070 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2532x1170 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16e and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Apple iPhone 16e by 35.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Apple iPhone 16e was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (89/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (73/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (29/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (97/100 vs 80/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16e — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.