Apple iPhone 17 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 76/100 vs 75/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has the bigger battery (3900 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 2,156,126); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 17 has the stronger camera (157 vs 140); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is thinner (5.8mm vs 8.0mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 2970
- Faster charging: 40W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1099
- Better camera (86/100 vs 73/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 3900 vs 3692 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 177g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 88/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 73/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 1 points higher (76/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 73/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, 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 and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (86/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100. In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (97/100 vs 73/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | 140 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Apple iPhone 17 by 29.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Apple iPhone 17 was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (86/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (97/100 vs 73/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Apple iPhone 17 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.