Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S25

Our Verdict: Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 suit different priorities. The Samsung is stronger for portability, helped by its Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel, a larger 4,000 mAh battery, and a lighter 162g body, while the iPhone is better suited to a sharper 458 PPI display, its LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel, and 128GB to 1000GB storage. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Software may decide it too: the iPhone keeps you in Apple's iOS ecosystem, while the Samsung is the Android choice. Choose the Samsung for portability; choose the iPhone if display quality matters more.

Over a full contract, the S25 works out around £645 all-in, about £133 less than the iPhone 16 Pro.

Expert Rating
4.2
11 reviews
4.1
11 reviews
Screen
6.3" 6.2"
Display
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1206 x 2622 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
458 416
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A18 Pro Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
3,582 mAh 4,000 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB
OS
Apple iOS Android 15
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/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.2, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm 146.9 x 70.4 x 7.2 mm
Weight
199 grams 162 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£29.50/mo (£20.00 upfront) £10.00/mo (£389.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£569.99 £409.99
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Apple iPhone 16 Pro Samsung Galaxy S25 Samsung Galaxy S25
Expert Rating 4.2
11 reviews
4.1
11 reviews
Screen 6.3" 6.2"
Display LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1206 x 2622 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 458 416
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A18 Pro Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 3,582 mAh 4,000 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB
OS Apple iOS Android 15
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/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm 146.9 x 70.4 x 7.2 mm
Weight 199 grams 162 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £29.50/mo
£20.00 upfront
£10.00/mo
£389.00 upfront
SIM-free £569.99 £409.99
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Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Apple iPhone 16 Pro

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Samsung Galaxy S25
Samsung Galaxy S25

24 Months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S25 is cheaper on contract at £645.00 over the life of the deal from £10.00 per month with £389.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.3", the Apple iPhone 16 Pro has the sharper display at 458 pixels per inch versus 416, and the Apple iPhone 16 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 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25?

The Apple iPhone 16 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 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £409.99.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 use?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is powered by the Apple A18 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 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 is the more portable of the two: it's 37g lighter at 162 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.9 x 70.4 x 7.2 mm, and is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 run?

The Apple iPhone 16 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.