Looking for a new phone this year? The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE and iPhone 17 Air are about to drop. Both phones launched around September 2025. Each one has great features. If you’re wondering which to choose, let’s look at what they offer.
When Will They Launch?
The Galaxy S25 FE is expected to launch first in Korea on September 19, 2025. Other countries will get it soon after. The iPhone 17 Air is also expected to be revealed around September, so both phones will arrive almost simultaneously.
How Much Will They Cost?
The Galaxy S25 FE should cost approximately $720 in the US. The iPhone 17 Air is going to sell slightly higher and is expected to cost between $960 and $990. Therefore, when it comes to price, Samsung is cheaper.
Design and Color Option
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE has a glass and metal body. It is water and dust resistant with an IP68 rating, therefore capable of withstanding splashes and dust. The device is thin at 7.4 mm and weighs 190 grams. You can get it in Jet Black, Icy Blue, Navy, or White.
The iPhone 17 Air is very slim and light. It’s only 5.5 mm thick and weighs just 163 grams. Apple uses a mix of ceramic and glass for a fancy, premium feel. It’s one of the thinnest iPhones ever.
Screen Size and Quality
Samsung has a bigger 6.7-inch AMOLED screen. It feels very smooth because of the 120 Hz refresh rate. The picture is sharp with Full HD+ resolution. The display also features an impressive screen strength due to Gorilla Glass Victus.
The iPhone 17 Air features a smaller (6.1-inch) Super Retina OLED display. It integrates with HDR, thus colors are vivid and clear.
Performance and Storage Options
The Galaxy S25 FE runs on Samsung’s Exynos 2400/e chip with 8 GB RAM. It comes with 128 GB and 256 GB of storage.
The iPhone 17 Air has Apple’s fast A19 chip, also with 8 GB RAM. It offers storage options up to 512 GB, so there’s plenty of space if you keep lots of photos or apps.
Battery Life and Charging
Here is a big difference – the Galaxy S25 FE has a big 4,900 mAh battery, which means it should last longer during the day. It supports 45 W fast wired charging to fill up quickly. Wireless charging is 15 W.
The iPhone 17 Air has a smaller battery, about 2,800 to 3,000 mAh, as it’s so thin. It charges faster than before at about 20 to 25 W wired, and supports 15 W wireless charging with Apple’s MagSafe.
Cameras
| Camera Type | Samsung Galaxy S25 FE | iPhone 17 Air |
| Rear Main Camera | 50MP | 48MP |
| Rear Ultra-wide | 12MP | 12MP |
| Rear Telephoto | 8MP with 3x zoom | None |
| Front Selfie Camera | 12MP | 24MP |
| Special Feature | Versatile triple cameras | AI-powered photo processing |
The Galaxy S25 FE is fantastic and suits users who need a phone that has a long battery life, versatile cameras, and is not as expensive. The Air iPhone 17 can be a great choice if you prefer a slim and light build, good photos, and features such as Face ID and satellite assistance.
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