Apple iPhone 17 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $799 and $1899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 76/100 vs 68/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 has the bigger battery (4400 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (2,456,969 vs 2,156,126); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 17 has the stronger camera (157 vs 130); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 239g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8810 vs 6511
- Faster charging: 40W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 177g vs 239g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1899
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 65/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2456969 vs 2156126
- Bigger battery: 4400 vs 3692 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 8 points higher (76/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 leads (39/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 — 44/100; 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 is a bit better (88/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 (86/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is a bit better (39/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 (73/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 2456969 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2160x1856 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | 130 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 153.5×132.6×5.6 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 239 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1899 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1856
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 leads Apple iPhone 17 by 12.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1100. Apple iPhone 17 was $1100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (88/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 (86/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is a bit better (39/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 (73/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6?
The Apple iPhone 17 edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 65/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on performance (88/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users.