Galaxy S7 vs iPhone 13: Which One Should You Buy?
iPhone 13 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 64.8/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Galaxy S7
iPhone 13
iPhone 13 wins 2 of 8 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedTie6464
- CameraTie7272
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieiPhone 134060
- BatteryTie5858
- DisplayTie6262
- ConnectivityiPhone 134563
- SecurityTie100100
- ValueTie6868
- iPhone 13 has the bigger battery3,240 mAh vs 3,000 mAh
- iPhone 13 charges faster20W vs 15W
- iPhone 13 has the bigger screen6.1" vs 5.1"
- Galaxy S7 is lighter152 g vs 174 g
- Galaxy S7 launched cheaper$670 vs $799
- iPhone 13 has a sharper selfie camera12 MP vs 5 MP
- iPhone 13 has newer Bluetooth5 vs 4.2
- iPhone 13 has faster Wi-FiWi-Fi 6 vs Wi-Fi 5
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄iPhone 13 wins — BeastScore 64.8/100
The iPhone 13 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (3,240 mAh vs 3,000 mAh) and faster charging (20W vs 15W). The Galaxy S7 is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (152 g vs 174 g).
Lighter: 152 g vs 174 g (22 g less) · Lower launch price: $670 vs $799
Larger battery: 3,240 mAh vs 3,000 mAh · Larger display: 6.1" vs 5.1"
Common questions
Which is better: Galaxy S7 or iPhone 13?
The iPhone 13 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (3,240 mAh vs 3,000 mAh) and faster charging (20W vs 15W). The Galaxy S7 is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (152 g vs 174 g). BeastScore: Galaxy S7 64.8/100, iPhone 13 64.8/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Galaxy S7 and iPhone 13?
Galaxy S7 has a 5.1-inch display and 3000 mAh battery. iPhone 13 has a 6.1-inch display and 3240 mAh battery.
How do Galaxy S7 and iPhone 13 compare for speed?
Galaxy S7 scores 64/100 for performance; iPhone 13 scores 64/100.
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