Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A36
Over a full contract, the A36 works out around £420 all-in, about £611 less than the iPhone 17 Pro.
12 reviews 3.4
10 reviews
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy A36
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| Expert Rating | 4.5 12 reviews |
3.4 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.3" | 6.7" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1206 x 2622 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 458 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 18 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 3,988 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 128GB, 256GB |
| 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/6 |
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm | 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm |
| Weight | 206 grams | 195 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£9.00/mo
£799.00 upfront |
£16.29/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £899.99 | £264.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A36 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A36 is cheaper on contract at £419.96 over the life of the deal from £16.29 per month with £29.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Samsung Galaxy A36 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 17 Pro's 6.3", the Apple iPhone 17 Pro has the sharper display at 458 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A36 has a Super AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A36 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 17 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Samsung Galaxy A36 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £264.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy A36 comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A36 use?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is powered by the Apple A19 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy A36 uses the Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A36?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A36 is lighter but the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is more compact. It's 11g lighter at 195 grams, though the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A36 is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Samsung Galaxy A36 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A36 run?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy A36 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.