Apple iPhone 17 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
Over a full contract, the S25 FE works out around £574 all-in, about £207 less than the iPhone 17.
12 reviews 4.0
10 reviews
Prices updated 27 July 2026
Apple iPhone 17
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Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
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| Expert Rating | 4.5 12 reviews |
4.0 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.3" | 6.7" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| 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 | Exynos 2400 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 3,692 mAh | 4,900 mAh |
| Storage | 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/6e/7 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e |
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 149.6 x 71.5 x 7.95 mm | 161.3 x 76.6 x 7.4 mm |
| Weight | 177 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 |
£29.99/mo
£39.00 upfront |
£23.54/mo
£9.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £600.00 | £399.99 |
| Prices updated 27 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 17 or Samsung Galaxy S25 FE cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is cheaper on contract at £573.96 over the life of the deal from £23.54 per month with £9.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 17 or Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 17's 6.3", the Apple iPhone 17 has the sharper display at 458 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Apple iPhone 17 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 17 or Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Apple iPhone 17 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 17 or Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £399.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 17 and Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Apple iPhone 17 is available in 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 17 and Samsung Galaxy S25 FE use?
The Apple iPhone 17 is powered by the Apple A19 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE uses the Exynos 2400 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 17 or Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Apple iPhone 17 is the more portable of the two: it's 13g lighter at 177 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 149.6 x 71.5 x 7.95 mm, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 17 or Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Apple iPhone 17 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 17 and Samsung Galaxy S25 FE run?
The Apple iPhone 17 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.