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Galaxy S25 Edge vs iPhone 17 Pro: Which One Should You Buy?

Galaxy S25 Edge edges ahead with a BeastScore of 82.3/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Samsung · 2025

Galaxy S25 Edge

Galaxy S25 Edge
82/ 100
Launch price$1,099
Apple · 2025

iPhone 17 Pro

iPhone 17 Pro
81/ 100
Launch price$1,099
Head-to-head

iPhone 17 Pro wins 3 of 8 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Galaxy S25 Edge
Galaxy S25 Edge
1 win
iPhone 17 Pro
iPhone 17 Pro
3 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivitySecurityValue
Galaxy S25 EdgeiPhone 17 Pro
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedTie
    90
    90
  • CameraGalaxy S25 Edge
    99
    85
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieiPhone 17 Pro
    60
    76
  • BatteryiPhone 17 Pro
    58
    70
  • DisplayTie
    90
    90
  • ConnectivityiPhone 17 Pro
    95
    100
  • SecurityTie
    100
    100
  • ValueTie
    55
    55
Key differences
  • iPhone 17 Pro has the bigger battery4,252 mAh vs 3,900 mAh
  • iPhone 17 Pro charges faster40W vs 25W
  • Galaxy S25 Edge has a sharper main camera200 MP vs 48 MP
  • Galaxy S25 Edge has the bigger screen6.7" vs 6.3"
  • Galaxy S25 Edge is lighter163 g vs 206 g
  • iPhone 17 Pro has a sharper selfie camera18 MP vs 12 MP
  • iPhone 17 Pro has newer Bluetooth6 vs 5.4
  • iPhone 17 Pro has the faster chipApple A19 Pro vs Snapdragon 8 Elite
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Galaxy S25 Edge
  • ✓43 g lighter (163 g), easier to hold
  • ✓200 MP main camera
  • ✓6.7" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy iPhone 17 Pro
  • ✓Bigger 4,252 mAh battery (+352 mAh)
  • ✓48 MP main camera
  • ✓6.3" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationGalaxy S25 EdgeiPhone 17 Pro
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeDynamic LTPO AMOLED 2XLTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Screen Size6.7"6.3"
Resolution & Density3120x1440 (513 ppi)2622x1206 (460 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness2,600 nits peak3,000 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorSnapdragon 8 Elite (3nm)Apple A19 Pro (3nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsAdreno 830Apple GPU (6-core)
Operating SystemAndroid 15iOS 26
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB256GB / 512GB / 1024GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Galaxy S25 Edge Wins Camera
Primary Camera200 MP, f/1.7, OIS, Samsung HP248 MP, f/1.78, OIS, Fusion 48MP
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)48 MP (8x optical zoom), f/2.8, OIS
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.248 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP, f/2.218 MP, f/1.9
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Galaxy S25 Edge Lightest Chassis
Dimensions158.2 x 75.6 x 5.8 mm150 x 71.9 x 8.75 mm
Weight163 g206 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68IP68
8. Battery & Charging🏆 iPhone 17 Pro Wins Battery
Battery Capacity3,900 mAh4,252 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25W wired fast charging40W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging15W wireless charging25W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth5.46.0
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB-C 3.0
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$1099$1099
Our verdict

Galaxy S25 Edge wins — BeastScore 82.3/100

After comparing all the specs, Galaxy S25 Edge is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 82.3 vs top rival 81.2 and Higher resolution main sensor: 200 MP vs max 48 MP.

Buy Galaxy S25 Edge if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 82.3 vs top rival 81.2 · Higher resolution main sensor: 200 MP vs max 48 MP

Buy iPhone 17 Pro if you want

Larger battery capacity: 4,252 mAh (+352 mAh more) · Significantly faster wired charging: 40W vs max 25W

Common questions

Which is better: Galaxy S25 Edge or iPhone 17 Pro?

Galaxy S25 Edge leads with an overall BeastScore of 82.3/100 compared to iPhone 17 Pro (81.2/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 82.3 vs top rival 81.2 and Higher resolution main sensor: 200 MP vs max 48 MP.

What are the main battery and display differences between Galaxy S25 Edge and iPhone 17 Pro?

Galaxy S25 Edge has a 6.7-inch display and 3900 mAh battery. iPhone 17 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 4252 mAh battery.

How do Galaxy S25 Edge and iPhone 17 Pro compare for speed?

Galaxy S25 Edge scores 90/100 for performance; iPhone 17 Pro scores 90/100.

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