Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S25 FE

Our verdict: Choosing the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE on contract will save you £356.38 compared to the Apple iPhone 15 Pro. If you want a bigger screen, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE has 6.7"; if you prefer sharpness, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro hits 461 PPI. With 50MP on the rear, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE has the higher-resolution camera. Prefer to own outright? The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE starts from just £364.99.

Expert Rating
4.3
12 reviews
3.9
8 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.7"
Display
LTPO 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 A17 Pro Exynos 2400 (4 nm)
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB
OS
Apple iOS Android 16
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 161.3 x 76.6 x 7.4 mm
Weight
187 grams 190 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
£74.00/mo (£30.00 upfront) £13.95/mo (£259.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£399.99 £364.99
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Apple iPhone 15 Pro Samsung Galaxy S25 FE Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
Expert Rating 4.3
12 reviews
3.9
8 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.7"
Display LTPO 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 A17 Pro Exynos 2400 (4 nm)
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB
OS Apple iOS Android 16
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 161.3 x 76.6 x 7.4 mm
Weight 187 grams 190 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 £74.00/mo
£30.00 upfront
£13.95/mo
£259.00 upfront
SIM-free £399.99 £364.99
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25 FE cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is cheaper on contract at £563.80 over the life of the deal from £13.95 per month with £259.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE has the bigger screen at 6.7" 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 385, and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 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 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £364.99.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 FE use?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is powered by the Apple A17 Pro , while the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE uses the Exynos 2400 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is the more portable of the two — it's 3g lighter at 187 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.6 x 70.6 x 8.3 mm, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE 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 FE run?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE runs Android 16. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.