Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S25+
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1099 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 71/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 3998); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,219,688 vs 2,538,751); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S25+
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3895 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9988 vs 9700
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better camera (94/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3219688 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 3998 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 190g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S25+, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro scores 8 points higher (79/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads (94/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (54/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro — 68/100, Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 52/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 92/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (94/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (54/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (72/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3219688 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3895 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9988 | 9700 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3998 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 168 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 3998 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 9:51 hrs, total 26:48 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro by 21.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Samsung Galaxy S25+ was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (94/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (54/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (72/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy S25+ by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.