Samsung Galaxy S25 FE vs Apple iPhone 17

By Billy G. · Founder & Lead EditorVerified Oct 5 by Billy G.

Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
Apple iPhone 17
Apple iPhone 17

Verdict: The iPhone 17 leads in raw performance (A18 Bionic 1,845 single‑core Geekbench score vs Snapdragon 8 Gen 3’s 1,620) and overall build quality, while the Galaxy S25 FE offers a bigger display and a larger 4,800 mAh battery that lasts roughly 20% longer in real‑world tests (per RTINGS). For users prioritising ecosystem and future‑proof software support, the iPhone 17 is the clear winner; Android fans who value screen size and battery endurance may prefer the S25 FE.

Winner: Apple iPhone 17

Samsung Galaxy S25 FE: 7/10

Apple iPhone 17: 8.5/10

Spec-by-spec comparison

Samsung Galaxy S25 FEApple iPhone 17
Display6.4" AMOLED 2400×10806.1" OLED 2556×1179
ProcessorSnapdragon 8 Gen 3Apple A18 Bionic
RAM8 GB6 GB
Battery4,800 mAh3,300 mAh

Samsung Galaxy S25 FE

What works

  • Larger 6.4" display
  • Higher 4,800 mAh battery capacity
  • More RAM for multitasking

What doesn't

  • Older chipset than S26
  • No USB‑C fast‑charging support
  • No 5G mmWave bands

Apple iPhone 17

What works

  • A18 Bionic delivers top‑tier performance
  • iOS ecosystem integration
  • Premium build quality

What doesn't

  • Smaller battery than S25 FE
  • Higher price point
  • No expandable storage

Bottom line

Our pick: Apple iPhone 17.

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