Apple iPhone 17 vs Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $2899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 76/100 vs 69/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is faster in AnTuTu (2,926,532 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 309g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 3013
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 177g vs 309g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $2899
- Better camera (86/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2926532 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 7 points higher (76/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (63/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 46/100; 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 Z TriFold and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (90/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (85/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (86/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (63/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (73/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 2926532 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2160x1584 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 309 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $2899 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- 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 TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads Apple iPhone 17 by 26.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2100. Apple iPhone 17 was $2100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (90/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (85/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (86/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (63/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (73/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Apple iPhone 17 edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users.