Apple iPhone 15 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
The iPhone 15 5G is the cheaper one to own: around £528 over a typical contract, £120 less than the S26 FE.
Apple iPhone 15
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Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
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| Screen | 6.1" | 6.7" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1179 x 2556 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 461 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) | Exynos 2500 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 3,349 mAh | 4,900 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android 17 |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm | 161.3 x 76.6 x 7.4 mm |
| Weight | 171 grams | 193 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£14.99/mo
£139.00 upfront |
£14.99/mo
£259.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £334.99 | £697.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 15 or Samsung Galaxy S26 FE cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 15 is cheaper on contract at £528.36 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £139.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 15 or Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 15's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 15 has the sharper display at 461 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Apple iPhone 15 uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 15 or Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?
The Apple iPhone 15 features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 15 or Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?
The Apple iPhone 15 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £334.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 15 and Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?
The Apple iPhone 15 is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 15 and Samsung Galaxy S26 FE use?
The Apple iPhone 15 is powered by the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE uses the Exynos 2500 (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 15 or Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?
The Apple iPhone 15 is the more portable of the two: it's 22g lighter at 171 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 15 or Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?
The Apple iPhone 15 is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 15 and Samsung Galaxy S26 FE run?
The Apple iPhone 15 runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE runs Android 17. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.