Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S25
Our verdict: Looking at total contract cost, the Samsung Galaxy S25 is £235.95 less expensive than the Apple iPhone 15 Pro. Display is a trade-off — 6.2" on the Samsung Galaxy S25 versus 461 PPI on the Apple iPhone 15 Pro. Camera resolution goes to the Samsung Galaxy S25 with its 50MP rear shooter. At 162g, the Samsung Galaxy S25 is the lighter of the two.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy S25
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| Screen | 6.1" | 6.2" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1179 x 2556 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 461 | 416 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A17 Pro | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android 15 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 146.6 x 70.6 x 8.3 mm | 146.9 x 70.4 x 7.2 mm |
| Weight | 187 grams | 162 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 |
£34.00/mo
£20.00 upfront |
£11.95/mo
£375.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £409.00 | £489.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S25 is cheaper on contract at £631.80 over the life of the deal from £11.95 per month with £375.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 has the bigger screen at 6.2" compared to the Apple iPhone 15 Pro's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 15 Pro has the sharper display at 461 pixels per inch versus 416, and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S25 has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 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 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £409.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 use?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is powered by the Apple A17 Pro , while the Samsung Galaxy S25 uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 is the more portable of the two — it's 25g lighter at 162 grams, both are similar in overall footprint, and is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Samsung Galaxy S25 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 run?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy S25 runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.