Apple and Samsung are the biggest names in smartphones, and both companies just released new flagship handsets — the iPhone 17 Air and the Galaxy S25 Edge. They’re both great phones, but they’re aimed at different people. If you’re in the market for a new handset but aren’t sure which one to get, check out this comparison.
iPhone 17 Air
Apple’s iPhone 17 Air is the company’s new iPhone. It has a new design with curved edges and a new camera layout. It’s light and compact, so it’s easy to carry around. The display is sharp and bright, and it’s great for daily use. It’s a smaller screen than many other smartphones, but Apple has optimized it well so everything runs smoothly.
Performance It’s got Apple’s latest chip, so it will be fast. You’ll load web pages, play games and run multiple apps all without complaint. The battery is designed for endurance, but we don’t know how quickly it can charge or how much juice it has.
The camera is basic, but it’s an iPhone so it gets the job done. Apple’s image processing makes photos look good, even in low light. Software is smooth, and iOS brings new features and long-term support. If you want a phone that is reliable, easy to use, and lasts for years with updates the iPhone 17 Air is good choice.
Galaxy S25 Edge
Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Edge is also pretty. Its huge edge-to-edge display is slightly curved on the sides and looks very premium. It’s also bigger than the iPhone 17 Air’s, so it’s great for watching videos, playing games, and doing multitasking. It’s big, but not too big, and even though its screen is large, the phone is slim and lightweight even though its screen is large, so it’s comfortable to hold.
Performance is also very good and with the latest Snapdragon processor it’s fast and you’ll get smooth performance when you play games, edit videos or switch between apps. The battery is also good and it supports fast charging so you’ll not run out of juice too quickly.
But the camera setup on the Galaxy S25 Edge is more advanced. You get a high-resolution main camera and a telephoto lens for zooming in without sacrificing quality. Photos are detailed, and the camera app has a lot of features for photography buffs. The software experience is also smooth, with Samsung’s One UI offering customization options and long-term software updates.
Which One is Better for You?
If you want a small, basic phone that lasts a very long time and runs like a dream, get the iPhone 17 Air. If you want a bigger display, more camera options, and fast charging, get the Galaxy S25 Edge. They’re both excellent smartphones, but which is right for you depends on what you need and what you care about most in a phone.