Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S22
The S22 5G is the cheaper one to own: around £437 over a typical contract, £658 less than the iPhone 17 Pro.
12 reviews 4.3
10 reviews
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy S22
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| Expert Rating | 4.5 12 reviews |
4.3 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.3" | 6.1" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1206 x 2622 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 458 | 422 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 18 Megapixels | 10 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A19 Pro | Exynos 2200 |
| Battery | 3,988 mAh | 3,700 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | Triple 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 | 5.2, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm | 46 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm |
| Weight | 206 grams | 167 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 |
£29.99/mo
£349.00 upfront |
£12.99/mo
£99.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £844.00 | £189.95 |
| Deals | Deals |
Cheapest Deals
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
£29.99 per month, £349 upfront.
Use code: IDM10OFF (£10 off)
Samsung Galaxy S22
£12.99 per month, £99 upfront.
Use code: IDM10OFF (£10 off)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S22 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S22 is cheaper on contract at £436.76 over the life of the deal from £12.99 per month with £99.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S22?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro has the bigger screen at 6.3" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S22's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 17 Pro has the sharper display at 458 pixels per inch versus 422, and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S22 has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S22?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 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 S22?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £189.95.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S22?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S22 use?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is powered by the Apple A19 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 uses the Exynos 2200.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S22?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 is the more portable of the two: it's 39g lighter at 167 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 46 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm, and is slimmer at 7.6mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S22?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Samsung Galaxy S22 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S22 run?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy S22 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.