Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $1099 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 74/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 has the bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 3998); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 2,538,751); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro has the stronger camera (168 vs 146); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3895 vs 2880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9988 vs 9100
- Faster charging: 40W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 77/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 4000 vs 3998 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1099
- Better portability (89/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro scores 5 points higher (79/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads (94/100 vs 77/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro — 68/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (94/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (89/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3895 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9988 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3998 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 168 | 146 | |
| 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 | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| 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 | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 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 S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- 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 S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro by 10.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Samsung Galaxy S26 was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (94/100 vs 77/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (89/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.