Quick Verdict
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S25 FE if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S25 FE if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 17
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
Performance
91.1 ★
85.2
Camera
80.0 ★
78.0
Battery
56.0
78.0 ★
Gaming
92.9 ★
84.9
Overall
82.8
84.2 ★
Value for Money
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Best Value ★
Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Apple iPhone 17
91.1/100
Camera Winner
Apple iPhone 17
80.0/100
Battery Winner
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
78.0/100
Gaming Winner
Apple iPhone 17
92.9/100
Overall Winner
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
84.2/100
Best Value
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Apple iPhone 17
📷 Camera
🏆 Apple iPhone 17
🔋 Battery
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Apple iPhone 17
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.30"
6.70"
Display Type
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits
Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen
Resolution
1206x2622
1080x2340
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A19 (3 nm)
Exynos 2400 (4 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (5-core graphics)
Xclipse 940
RAM
8 GB
8 GB
Storage
256 GB
256 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide)
Triple Camera: 50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.57", dual pixel PDAF, OIS + 8 MP, f/2.4, 75mm (telephoto), 1/4.4", PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom + 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, (ultrawide), 1/3.0", LED Flash
Selfie Camera
18 MP multi-aspect, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide), PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
12 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.2", Video (4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps; gyro-EIS, HDR)
Video Recording
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps)
8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
3692 mAh
4900 mAh
Charging
Wired, PD3.2, AVS, 50% in 20 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired
Fast battery 45W wired, PD, QC2, 65% in 30 min, 15W wireless, Qi2 compatible, Reverse wireless
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, tri-band, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band or tri-band
Bluetooth
6.0, A2DP, LE
5.4 with A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort
USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM, Nano-SIM + eSIM, eSIM + eSIM
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
149.6 x 71.5 x 8 mm (5.89 x 2.81 x 0.31 in)
161.3 x 76.6 x 7.4 mm
Weight
177g
190g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, glass back
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+, Mohs level 5
Colors
Black, White, Mist Blue, Sage, Lavender
Navy
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 26, upgradable to iOS 26.5
Android 16
Our Verdict
Apple iPhone 17 is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 84.2/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Gaming. Samsung Galaxy S25 FE puts up a strong fight and wins in Battery. However, Samsung Galaxy S25 FE offers better value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Apple iPhone 17
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Below-average battery
- Premium pricing
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
Pros
- Strong performance
- Good camera quality
- Good battery life
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Premium pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Apple iPhone 17 or Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
Apple iPhone 17 is the overall winner with a score of 84.2/100, winning in 3 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 17 or Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
Apple iPhone 17 wins in camera with 80.0/100 vs 78.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE has better battery with a score of 78.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Apple iPhone 17 is better for gaming with a score of 92.9/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE offers better value at PKR 219,999 with a value score of 1.7.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 17 and Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
Apple iPhone 17 costs PKR 398,999 while Samsung Galaxy S25 FE costs PKR 219,999. The price difference is PKR 179,000.
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