Apple iPhone Air vs Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
Over a full contract, the S25 FE works out around £598 all-in, about £257 less than the iPhone Air.
12 reviews 4.0
10 reviews
Apple iPhone Air
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Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
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| Expert Rating | 3.9 12 reviews |
4.0 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.5" | 6.7" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1206 x 2622 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 444 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 18 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A19 Pro (3 nm) | Exynos 2400 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 3,149 mAh | 4,900 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android 16 |
| SIM Type | 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 | 156.2 x 74.7 x 5.6 mm | 161.3 x 76.6 x 7.4 mm |
| Weight | 165 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 |
£70.97/mo
£0.00 upfront |
£24.54/mo
£9.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £599.99 | £429.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone Air or Samsung Galaxy S25 FE cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is cheaper on contract at £597.96 over the life of the deal from £24.54 per month with £9.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone Air or Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone Air's 6.5", the Apple iPhone Air has the sharper display at 444 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Apple iPhone Air 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 Air or Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Apple iPhone Air 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 Air or Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £429.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone Air and Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Apple iPhone Air is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone Air and Samsung Galaxy S25 FE use?
The Apple iPhone Air is powered by the Apple A19 Pro (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE uses the Exynos 2400 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone Air or Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Apple iPhone Air is the more portable of the two: it's 25g lighter at 165 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 156.2 x 74.7 x 5.6 mm, and is slimmer at 5.6mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone Air or Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Apple iPhone Air 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 Air and Samsung Galaxy S25 FE run?
The Apple iPhone Air 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.