Apple iPhone 17e vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e (2026) and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (2024) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17e leads — 38/100 vs 37/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP.
Apple iPhone 17e
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- Higher performance (59/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (4/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (69/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (81/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, the Apple iPhone 17e scores 1 points higher (38/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (59/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads (81/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (59/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (81/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17e and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (96/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17e | Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 2085000 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3610 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 20W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | Android 15, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 163 g | — | |
| Price | $599 | — |
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- —
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (59/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (81/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17e and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (96/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Apple iPhone 17e edges out the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads on camera score (81/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Apple iPhone 17e leads on performance (59/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.