Apple iPhone 16e vs Samsung Galaxy S25 FE

Our Verdict: If you are choosing between Apple iPhone 16e and Samsung Galaxy S25 FE, display quality is the main reason to lean one way. The Samsung has a larger 6.7-inch screen, its Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel, and a larger 4,900 mAh battery; the iPhone mainly responds with a sharper 457 PPI display, its Super Retina XDR OLED panel, and a lighter 167g body. 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. The Samsung is the better fit for display quality, while the iPhone is the one to consider for portability.

The S25 FE is the cheaper one to own: around £584 over a typical contract, £40 less than the iPhone 16e.

Expert Rating
3.7
12 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.7"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1170 x 2532 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
457 385
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A18 (3 nm) Exynos 2400 (4 nm)
Battery
4,005 mAh 4,900 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB
OS
Apple iOS Android 16
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
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm 161.3 x 76.6 x 7.4 mm
Weight
167 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
£24.79/mo (£29.00 upfront) £22.29/mo (£49.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£387.00 £339.99
Apple iPhone 16e Apple iPhone 16e Samsung Galaxy S25 FE Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
Expert Rating 3.7
12 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.7"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1170 x 2532 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 457 385
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A18 (3 nm) Exynos 2400 (4 nm)
Battery 4,005 mAh 4,900 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB
OS Apple iOS Android 16
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
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm 161.3 x 76.6 x 7.4 mm
Weight 167 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 £24.79/mo
£29.00 upfront
£22.29/mo
£49.00 upfront
SIM-free £387.00 £339.99
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 16e
Apple iPhone 16e

24 Months

128GB

Black

Refurbished

10GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£24.79 a month, £29 upfront.

Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE

24 Months

128GB

Jet Black

10GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£22.29 a month, £49 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is cheaper on contract at £583.96 over the life of the deal from £22.29 per month with £49.00 upfront.

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

The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 16e's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 16e has the sharper display at 457 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Apple iPhone 16e uses a 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 16e or Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?

The Apple iPhone 16e 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 16e or Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £339.99.

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

The Apple iPhone 16e is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.

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

The Apple iPhone 16e is powered by the Apple A18 (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE uses the Exynos 2400 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 16e or Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?

The Apple iPhone 16e is the more portable of the two: it's 23g lighter at 167 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.

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

The Apple iPhone 16e 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 16e and Samsung Galaxy S25 FE run?

The Apple iPhone 16e 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.