Samsung Galaxy S25
The ultimate Galaxy
The Samsung Galaxy S25 doesn't look a whole lot different than the S24, but the lighter design, faster processor, and better scratch resistance makes it a worthy contender. Best part, it costs the same as the S24 which makes it a direct competitor to the iPhone 16.
For
- Plenty of new Galaxy AI integration
- Snapdragon 8 Elite processor runs like a champ
- Slimmer and lighter design
- One UI 7 (Android 15) at launch
- IP68 rating
- Reliable cameras
- Same price as S24
Against
- No major changes to cameras, battery, and display
- Charging speed is still slow
- 128GB is still base storage
iPhone 16
The Apple starter
The iPhone 16 features a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR with Dolby Vision playback, and iOS 18 out of the box. Apple added more power to the processor with an A18 new-generation chip. It also shares the 8GB of RAM found on the Pro models. Apple also improved the camera with a 2x in-sensor zoom, which is better than the iPhone 15.
For
- Supports Apple Intelligence
- 4K video across all cameras
- iOS 18 with many years of software support
- Next-gen MagSafe and Qi2 support
- A18 processor is speedy
Against
- 128GB is still the starting point
- 60Hz refresh rate only
- Always-on display not supported
