Apple iPhone 17e vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $665 and $912. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 79/100 vs 59/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,800,202 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17e is noticeably lighter (163g vs 218g).
Apple iPhone 17e
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Better Geekbench Single: 3692 vs 3100
- Lighter: 163g vs 218g
- Cheaper: $665 vs $912
- Better portability (83/100 vs 46/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2800202 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 9454
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 21/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 61/100)
- Better value for money (70/100 vs 30/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 20 points higher (79/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 21/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (70/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 17e are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (88/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (81/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (56/100 vs 21/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (83/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (70/100 vs 30/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17e | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 2800202 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3692 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9454 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 218 g | |
| Price | $665 | $912 |
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Apple iPhone 17e and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 17e by 23.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $247. Apple iPhone 17e is cheaper by $247.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 17e are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (88/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (81/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (56/100 vs 21/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (83/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (70/100 vs 30/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e by 20 points (79/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.