Quick Verdict
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra if you want the best value for your money.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Performance
96.5
96.5
Camera
80.0
100.0 ★
Battery
56.0
88.0 ★
Gaming
96.5
96.5
Overall
84.8
94.7 ★
Value for Money
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Best Value ★
Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Camera Winner
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
100.0/100
Battery Winner
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
88.0/100
Overall Winner
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
94.7/100
Best Value
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
Tie
📷 Camera
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
🔋 Battery
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
🎮 Gaming
Tie
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.30"
6.90"
Display Type
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits
Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1206x2622
3120x1440
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A19 Pro (3 nm)
Snapdragon 8 Elite
GPU
Apple GPU (6-core graphics)
Adreno 830
RAM
12 GB
12 GB
Storage
256 GB
256 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
48 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 48 MP, f/2.8, 100mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF, 3D sensor‑shift OIS, 4x optical zoom 48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide)
200MP Main + 50MP Ultra-Wide + 50MP Telephoto (3x) + 10MP Telephoto (10x)
Selfie Camera
18 MP multi-aspect, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide), PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
12MP Wide
Video Recording
4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 120fps), ProRes, ProRes RAW (up to 120fps)
8K@30fps, 4K@120fps
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
3998 mAh
5000 mAh
Charging
Wired, PD3.2, AVS, 50% in 20 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired
45W Wired, 15W Wireless, 4.5W Reverse Wireless
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, hotspot
Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth
6.0, A2DP, LE
5.4
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort
USB-C 3.2
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Dual SIM (Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm (5.91 x 2.83 x 0.35 in)
162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm
Weight
206g
218g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, aluminum back/ glass back (Ceramic Shield)
Titanium frame, Gorilla Armor 2
Colors
Silver, Cosmic Orange, Deep Blue
Titanium Silverblue, Titanium Gray, Titanium Black, Titanium Whitesilver
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 26, upgradable to iOS 26.5
Android 15, One UI 7
Our Verdict
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 94.7/100 overall. It excels in Camera, Battery. Apple iPhone 17 Pro puts up a strong fight with a score of 84.8/100.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Below-average battery
- Premium pricing
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Excellent camera system
- All-day battery life
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
Cons
- Premium pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is the overall winner with a score of 94.7/100, winning in 2 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra wins in camera with 100.0/100 vs 80.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has better battery with a score of 88.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Both phones offer similar gaming performance.
Which offers better value for money?
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra offers better value at PKR 414,999 with a value score of 1.1.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
Apple iPhone 17 Pro costs PKR 519,999 while Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra costs PKR 414,999. The price difference is PKR 105,000.
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