Samsung Galaxy S25 leads
by 4 points on overall. The category breakdown below shows where the gap comes from.
Galaxy S25 leads overall versus iPhone 16. Display: 62.9 vs 77.3.
Scoring profile: balanced
Apple iPhone 16
Best for users who prioritize camera and build.
Samsung Galaxy S25
Best for users who prioritize performance and display.
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Spec table
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Display Size
Key differenceResolution
Key differenceRefresh Rate
Key differencePeak Brightness
Key differencePixel Density
Key differenceDisplay Protection
Key differencePanel Type
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Samsung Galaxy S25 |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Samsung Galaxy S25 leads | 6.1" | 6.2"Better |
Resolution Apple iPhone 16 leads | 1179 x 2556Better | 1080 x 2340 |
Refresh Rate Samsung Galaxy S25 leads | 60Hz | 120HzBetter |
Peak Brightness Samsung Galaxy S25 leads | 2000 nits | 2600 nitsBetter |
Pixel Density Apple iPhone 16 leads | 461 ppiBetter | 416 ppi |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
Display Protection Samsung Galaxy S25 leads | Ceramic Shield glass (2024 gen) | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2Better |
RAM
Key differenceCPU Clock
Key differenceCPU Cluster Speeds
Key differenceBenchmark Score
Key differenceAnTuTu Score
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceStorage Type
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceRAM Type
CPU Cores
Storage
GPU
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Samsung Galaxy S25 |
|---|---|---|
RAM Samsung Galaxy S25 leads | 8GB | 12GBBetter |
RAM Type Needs more data | Not available | LPDDR4X |
CPU Clock Samsung Galaxy S25 leads | 4.04GHz | 4.47GHzBetter |
CPU Cores Needs more data | Not available | 8 |
CPU Cluster Speeds Samsung Galaxy S25 leads | 2x4.04GHz + 4x2.20GHz | 2x4.47GHz + 6x3.53GHzBetter |
Benchmark Score Samsung Galaxy S25 leads | 1721149 | 2193701Better |
AnTuTu Score Samsung Galaxy S25 leads | 1721149 | 2193701Better |
Geekbench (Multi) Samsung Galaxy S25 leads | 7929 | 10050Better |
Storage Close match | 512GB | 512GB |
Storage Type Apple iPhone 16 leads | NVMeBetter | UFS 3.1 |
Chipset Samsung Galaxy S25 leads | Apple A18 (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)Better |
GPU Different | Apple GPU (5-core graphics) | Adreno 830 (1200 MHz) |
Rear Camera
Key differenceRear Camera (All Lenses)
Key differenceRear Aperture
Key differenceMax Video Resolution
Key differenceFront Aperture
Key differenceFront Video Resolution
Key differenceRear Sensor Size
Optical Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Front Camera
Camera Features
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Samsung Galaxy S25 |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Samsung Galaxy S25 leads | 48MP | 50MPBetter |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Samsung Galaxy S25 leads | 48MP + 12MP | 50MP + 12MP + 10MPBetter |
Rear Sensor Size Close match | 1/1.56 | 1/1.56 |
Rear Aperture Apple iPhone 16 leads | f/1.6Better | f/1.8 |
Optical Zoom Needs more data | Not available | 3x |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Samsung Galaxy S25 leads | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), stereo sound rec. | 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EISBetter |
Front Camera Close match | 12MP | 12MP |
Front Aperture Apple iPhone 16 leads | f/1.9Better | f/2.2 |
Front Video Resolution Apple iPhone 16 leads | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EISBetter | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps |
Camera Features Different | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) | Best Face, LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama |
Generating honest comparison...
Galaxy S25 generally outperforms iPhone 16 across key categories. Chipset: Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) vs Apple A18 (3 nm) This makes Galaxy S25 the better choice for most users, though iPhone 16 may excel in specific areas.
Best for photographers and content creators. iPhone 16 offers superior camera capabilities with strong build.
Best for users who prioritize performance and display. Galaxy S25 excels in processing power and multitasking.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Apple iPhone 16 | Samsung Galaxy S25 |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 135,083 | ≈ Rs 120,380 |
| PTA | Rs 220,000 | Rs 150,000 |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Apple iPhone 16 and Samsung Galaxy S25 can be tough. This comparison breaks down performance, camera, battery, and listed pricing so you can decide faster.
We focus on practical differences that impact daily use, not just spec sheet noise.
Samsung Galaxy S25 wins more categories overall, making it the safer all‑round pick.
Samsung Galaxy S25 is the better choice overall, winning in 4 key categories.
The top differences are: Display Size (Samsung Galaxy S25 advantage), Resolution (Apple iPhone 16 advantage), Refresh Rate (Samsung Galaxy S25 advantage), Peak Brightness (Samsung Galaxy S25 advantage), Pixel Density (Apple iPhone 16 advantage).
Apple iPhone 16 has the stronger camera setup for photos and video.
Samsung Galaxy S25 tends to last longer on a charge.
Apple iPhone 16: non-PTA approximately Rs 135,083; PTA Rs 220,000. Samsung Galaxy S25: non-PTA approximately Rs 120,380; PTA Rs 150,000. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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