Here’s a comprehensive comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25 and the Apple iPhone 15.
Table of Contents
- 📏 Size Comparison
- 🖥️ Display Comparison
- 🔋 Battery Life
- ⚡ Charging Speed
- 🔊 Speaker Test
- 🚀 Performance
- 📊 Benchmark Performance
- 📸 Camera Comparison
- 🎥 Video Quality
- 🏆 Overall Verdict
📏 Size Comparison
| Feature | Samsung Galaxy S25 | Apple iPhone 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ~146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm | 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | ~168g | 171g |
| Display Size | 6.1 inches | 6.1 inches |
| Display Type | Dynamic AMOLED 2X | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | ~1080 x 2340 pixels (FHD+) | 1179 x 2556 pixels (approx. 460 ppi) |
| Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | ~88% | ~86% |
| Bezel Size | Slim bezels | Slim bezels with Dynamic Island |
| Build Material | Glass front and back, aluminum frame | Ceramic Shield front, glass back, aluminum frame |
| Water Resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Color Options | Multiple | Pink, Yellow, Green, Blue, Black |
| Button Layout | Power button + volume rocker (right side) | Power button + volume rocker (left side), Action Button (right) |
| SIM Support | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM + eSIM) | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM + eSIM) |
| Port | USB-C | USB-C |
🖥️ Display Comparison
| Feature | Samsung Galaxy S25 | Apple iPhone 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Display Type | Dynamic AMOLED 2X | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Display Size | 6.2 inches | 6.1 inches |
| Resolution | QHD+ (3088 x 1440 pixels) | 2532 x 1170 pixels |
| Pixel Density | ~500 PPI | ~460 PPI |
| Refresh Rate | 120Hz (adaptive) | 60Hz (standard) |
| Brightness | Up to 2000 nits (peak, expected) | Up to 2000 nits (peak, HDR) |
| HDR Support | HDR10+, Dolby Vision | Dolby Vision, HDR10 |
| Always-On Display | Yes | Yes |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | ~90% | ~87% |
| Protection | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Ceramic Shield |
| Color Accuracy | 100% DCI-P3 | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Notch/Cutout | Punch-hole (center) | Dynamic Island |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 240Hz | 120Hz |
| Outdoor Visibility | Excellent (high brightness mode) | Excellent (high brightness mode) |
| Software Enhancements | One UI 6 (based on Android 14) | iOS 17 |
🔋 Battery Life
| Feature | Samsung Galaxy S25 | Apple iPhone 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | ~5000 mAh | 3349 mAh |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Fast Charging | Up to 45W wired, 15W wireless | Up to 20W wired, 15W MagSafe wireless |
| Charging Technology | Super Fast Charging 2.0, Wireless PowerShare | MagSafe, Qi wireless charging |
| Screen-on Time (SOT) | ~8-10 hours | ~7-9 hours |
| Standby Time | Up to 2 days | Up to 1.5 days |
| Power Efficiency | 4nm processor (Exynos 2400/Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 expected) | 4nm processor (A16 Bionic) |
| Battery Optimization | AI-based power management, Adaptive Battery | Optimized battery charging, Low Power Mode |
| Display Efficiency | Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz adaptive refresh rate | Super Retina XDR, 60Hz (ProMotion on Pro models only) |
| Usage Scenarios | Heavy usage: ~1.5 days, Moderate usage: ~2 days | Heavy usage: ~1 day, Moderate usage: ~1.5 days |
| Battery Health Features | Battery protection mode, Charge limit (85%) | Optimized Battery Charging, Battery Health Monitoring |
| Reverse Charging | Yes (Wireless PowerShare) | No |
| Energy-Saving Modes | Ultra Power Saving Mode, Adaptive Power Saving | Low Power Mode |
⚡ Charging Speed
| Feature | Samsung Galaxy S25 | Apple iPhone 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Wired Charging Speed | Up to 45W | Up to 20W (supports up to 27W with higher-wattage adapters) |
| Wireless Charging Speed | Up to 15W (Qi wireless charging) | Up to 15W (MagSafe and Qi wireless charging) |
| Reverse Wireless Charging | Yes (up to 4.5W for accessories) | Yes (up to 4.5W for accessories) |
| Battery Capacity | ~5000 mAh (expected) | ~3349 mAh |
| Charging Technology | Super Fast Charging 2.0 (USB-PD compatible) | USB-PD (Power Delivery) |
| Charging Time (0-100%) | ~60 minutes (estimated with 45W charger) | ~90-120 minutes (with 20W charger) |
| Included Charger | Not included (charger sold separately) | Not included (charger sold separately) |
| Charging Port | USB Type-C | USB Type-C (new for iPhone 15 series) |
| Fast Charging Compatibility | Compatible with USB-PD and PPS (Programmable Power Supply) | Compatible with USB-PD |
| Energy Efficiency | Improved power management with AI optimization | Optimized power management with iOS 17 |
🔊 Speaker Test
| Feature | Samsung Galaxy S25 | Apple iPhone 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker Setup | Stereo speakers (bottom-firing + earpiece) | Stereo speakers (bottom-firing + earpiece) |
| Audio Output | Tuned by AKG | Spatial audio with Dolby Atmos |
| Loudness | High volume output with minimal distortion | Balanced volume output with clear audio |
| Bass Performance | Deep bass with dedicated tuning | Improved bass with spatial audio enhancement |
| Clarity | Clear mids and highs, optimized for multimedia | Crystal-clear audio with precise tuning |
| 3D/Spatial Audio | Yes (Dolby Atmos support) | Yes (Dolby Atmos with dynamic head tracking) |
| Audio Customization | Equalizer settings via Samsung Sound Assistant | Limited customization (preset EQ settings) |
| Microphone Integration | Stereo microphones with noise cancellation | Studio-quality microphones with directional audio capture |
| Speaker Durability | Water and dust resistance (IP68) | Water and dust resistance (IP68) |
| Multimedia Experience | Optimized for gaming, movies, and music | Optimized for movies, music, and spatial audio content |
| Volume Levels | Higher peak volume | Balanced volume with better clarity at mid-levels |
| Audio Codecs | Supports LDAC, aptX, and Samsung Scalable Codec | Supports AAC and Apple Lossless |
| Headphone Jack | No (USB-C audio or wireless) | No (Lightning/USB-C audio or wireless) |
🚀 Performance
| Feature | Samsung Galaxy S25 | Apple iPhone 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (or Exynos 2400 in some regions) | Apple A16 Bionic |
| CPU Architecture | Octa-core (1x Cortex-X4 + 3x Cortex-A720 + 4x Cortex-A520) | Hexa-core (2x high-performance + 4x efficiency cores) |
| GPU | Adreno 750 (Snapdragon) / Xclipse 940 (Exynos) | Apple-designed 5-core GPU |
| Neural Engine | AI Engine with improved NPU | 16-core Neural Engine |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB LPDDR5X | 6GB LPDDR5 |
| Storage Options | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB (UFS 4.0) | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB (NVMe) |
| Geekbench 6 (Single-Core) | ~2200 | ~2500 |
| Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core) | ~7000 | ~6200 |
| AnTuTu Benchmark | ~1.6 million | ~1.4 million |
| Cooling System | Vapor chamber cooling system | Passive cooling |
| 5G Modem | Integrated Snapdragon X75 / Exynos 5300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon X70 |
| Wi-Fi Support | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Operating System | One UI 6 (based on Android 14) | iOS 17 |
| Gaming Performance | High-performance gaming with ray tracing support | Optimized for gaming with Metal 3 API |
| Battery Efficiency | Improved power efficiency with 4nm process | Optimized power efficiency with 4nm process |
| Thermal Management | Advanced thermal throttling control | Efficient thermal management |
📊 Benchmark Performance
| Feature | Samsung Galaxy S25 | Apple iPhone 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (or Exynos 2400 in some regions) | Apple A16 Bionic |
| CPU Architecture | 1x Cortex-X4 + 3x Cortex-A720 + 2x Cortex-A520 (4nm process) | 2x High-performance cores + 4x Efficiency cores (4nm process) |
| GPU | Adreno 750 (Snapdragon) / Xclipse 940 (Exynos) | Apple 5-core GPU |
| Neural Engine | Hexagon NPU (AI Engine) | 16-core Neural Engine |
| Geekbench 6 (Single-Core) | ~2,300 (expected) | ~2,500 |
| Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core) | ~7,000 (expected) | ~6,300 |
| AnTuTu v10 | ~1,600,000 (expected) | ~1,400,000 |
| 3DMark Wild Life | ~12,000 (expected) | ~11,000 |
📸 Camera Comparison
| Feature | Samsung Galaxy S25 | Apple iPhone 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Rear Camera Setup | 200 MP (main) + 12 MP (ultrawide) + 10 MP (telephoto) | 48 MP (main) + 12 MP (ultrawide) |
| Main Sensor | 200 MP (1/1.3″ sensor, f/1.7 aperture) | 48 MP (1/1.5″ sensor, f/1.6 aperture) |
| Ultrawide Sensor | 12 MP (f/2.2 aperture, 120° FOV) | 12 MP (f/2.4 aperture, 120° FOV) |
| Telephoto Sensor | 10 MP (3x optical zoom, f/2.4 aperture) | N/A (No telephoto lens on base iPhone 15) |
| Optical Zoom | 3x optical zoom, up to 30x digital zoom | 2x optical zoom (crop from 48 MP sensor), up to 10x digital zoom |
| Front Camera | 12 MP (f/2.2 aperture) | 12 MP (f/1.9 aperture, autofocus) |
| Video Recording | Up to 8K @ 30fps, 4K @ 30/60fps, 1080p @ 30/60/120/240fps | Up to 4K @ 24/25/30/60fps, 1080p @ 25/30/60/120/240fps |
| Stabilization | OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) + EIS (Electronic Stabilization) | Sensor-shift OIS (main camera only) + EIS |
| HDR Video Support | Yes (HDR10+, Dolby Vision) | Yes (Dolby Vision HDR) |
| Slow Motion | Up to 960fps at 1080p | Up to 240fps at 1080p |
| AI Enhancements | Advanced AI scene optimization, object tracking, and editing | Photonic Engine, Smart HDR 5, and computational photography |
| Night Mode | Yes (improved low-light performance) | Yes (Night Mode for photos and videos) |
| Portrait Mode | Yes (with advanced bokeh effects) | Yes (with LiDAR support on Pro models, but not on iPhone 15) |
| Macro Mode | Yes (via ultrawide camera) | No (macro mode not available on iPhone 15) |
| ProRAW/ProRes Support | Yes (ProRAW support) | Yes (ProRAW and ProRes support) |
| Software Enhancements | One UI 6 (based on Android 14) | iOS 17 (with advanced computational photography features) |
🎥 Video Quality
| Feature | Samsung Galaxy S25 | Apple iPhone 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Rear Camera Setup | 200 MP (main) + 12 MP (ultrawide) + 10 MP (telephoto) | 48 MP (main) + 12 MP (ultrawide) |
| Video Recording | Up to 8K @ 30fps, 4K @ 30/60fps, 1080p @ 30/60/120/240fps | Up to 4K @ 24/25/30/60fps, 1080p @ 25/30/60/120/240fps |
| Stabilization | Super Steady OIS + EIS (Enhanced stabilization) | Sensor-shift OIS + Cinematic Stabilization |
| Front Camera | 12 MP | 12 MP (with improved autofocus) |
| Front Video Recording | Up to 4K @ 60fps, 1080p @ 30/60fps | Up to 4K @ 24/25/30/60fps, 1080p @ 25/30/60fps |
| HDR Video Support | Yes (HDR10+, Dolby Vision) | Yes (Dolby Vision HDR) |
| Slow Motion | Up to 960fps at 1080p | Up to 240fps at 1080p |
| AI Enhancements | Advanced AI scene optimization, object tracking, and editing | Computational video features (Action Mode, Cinematic Mode) |
| Microphone Quality | Stereo microphones with AI noise cancellation | Studio-quality microphones with directional audio capture |
| Audio Recording | Stereo audio recording | Spatial audio recording |
| Display Resolution | FHD+ (2340 x 1080 pixels) Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 1.5K (2556 x 1179 pixels) Super Retina XDR |
| Refresh Rate | 120Hz (adaptive) | 60Hz (standard) |
| Brightness | Up to 1750 nits (peak) | Up to 2000 nits (peak HDR) |
| Software Enhancements | One UI 7 (based on Android 15) | iOS 17 (with advanced video editing tools) |
🏆 Overall Verdict
✅ Pros & Cons
📱 Samsung Galaxy S25
✅ Pros:
✔ 120Hz Display – Smoother experience compared to iPhone’s 60Hz refresh rate.
✔ Bigger Battery – 4,000mAh vs. iPhone’s 3,349mAh, leading to longer usage times.
✔ Faster Charging – 45W fast charging vs. Apple’s 27W.
✔ More RAM – 12GB RAM offers better multitasking vs. iPhone’s 6GB.
✔ Higher Video Resolution – 8K recording vs. iPhone’s 4K.
✔ Triple-Camera Setup – Offers more versatility with a telephoto lens.
❌ Cons:
✖ Slightly Lower Resolution – 1080p vs. iPhone’s slightly sharper 1179p.
✖ Bulkier Design – Might feel less compact than iPhone.
✖ Software Updates – iPhones usually get longer software support.
🍏 Apple iPhone 15
✅ Pros:
✔ Superior Software Optimization – iOS is smoother and receives longer updates.
✔ Brighter Display – iPhone’s Super Retina XDR OLED offers better peak brightness.
✔ Lighter Build – More compact and lightweight than the Galaxy S25.
✔ Better Video Stabilization – Sensor-shift OIS improves video quality.
✔ Tighter Apple Ecosystem – Seamless integration with Mac, iPad, and other Apple devices.
❌ Cons:
✖ 60Hz Refresh Rate – Feels less smooth than Samsung’s 120Hz.
✖ Slower Charging – Limited to ~27W compared to Samsung’s 45W.
✖ No Telephoto Lens – Lacks a dedicated zoom lens, unlike the Galaxy S25.
