| Name | Apple iPhone 17 | Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | $799 | $1199.99 |
| Released | Sep 2025 | Feb 2022 |
| Availability | Available | Discontinued |
| Current price | Apple, Amazon | Amazon |
| Software | ||
| Operating system (OS) | iOS 26 | Android 12 |
| Latest OS update? | - | Android 14 |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | LTPO OLED | AMOLED |
| Display size (inch) | 6.3″ | 6.8″ |
| Resolution (H×W) | 2622×1206 | 3088×1440 |
| Aspect ratio (H:W) | 19.5:9 | 19.3:9 |
| Pixel density (PPI) | 460 PPI | 500 PPI |
| HDR support (types) | HDR10 | HDR10+ |
| Refresh rate (max) | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Hardware | ||
| Chipset | Apple A19 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 |
| GPU | Apple GPU, 5 cores | Adreno 730 |
| CPU cores | 6-core | 8-core |
| CPU clock speed (max) | 4.26 GHz | 3.0 GHz |
| RAM options (GB) | 8 GB | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| Memory options (GB) | 256 | 512 | 128 | 256 | 512 | 1024 |
| Memory card slot? (microSD) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Main camera layout | ||
| Primary (wide) | 48 MP | 108 MP |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP |
| Telephoto | ❌ | 10 MP Periscope + 10 MP |
| Optical zoom | ❌ | 10× + 3× |
| Other cameras (macro/depth) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Main camera features | ||
| Photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Video HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| 8K video? | ❌ | 24 fps |
| 4K video? | 24/25/30/60 fps | 30/60 fps |
| 1080p video? | 25/30/60/120/240 fps | 30/60/240 fps |
| Other resolutions? | 720p@30 fps | 720p@960 fps |
| Selfie-camera layout | ||
| Primary | 18 MP wide | 40 MP wide |
| Secondary | SL 3D | ❌ |
| Selfie-camera features | ||
| Face recognition? | Face ID | Face unlock |
| Selfie photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| 4K selfie video? | 24/25/30/60 fps | 30/60 fps |
| 1080p selfie video? | 25/30/60/120 fps | 30 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Connectivity | ||
| SIM type? (physical) | Nano (USA: none) | Nano |
| Dual SIM? (card slots) | ❌ China only | ✔ |
| eSIM? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Cellular networks | 5G | 5G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6e |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 5.2 |
| NFC? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Charging & data port | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Battery, power & charging | ||
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 3692 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Wired charging speed? | ~30 W | 45 W |
| Wireless charging? | 25 Watt | 15 Watt |
| Reverse wireless charging? | ❌ | ✔ |
| Audio | ||
| Speakers | 2.0 (stereo) | 2.0 (stereo) |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Build & materials | ||
| IP-Code | IP68 | IP68 |
| Screen material | Ceramic Shield 2 | Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
| Frame material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Back material | Ceramic Shield | Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
| Layout & design | ||
| Selfie camera placement? | Island | Punch hole |
| Fingerprint sensor? | ❌ | Under display |
| Special design features? | Action button | Built-in stylus storage |
| Color options: | Black, White, Blue, Green, Pink | Black, White, Burgundy, Green |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 14.96×7.15×0.80 | 16.33×7.79×0.89 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 5.89×2.81×0.31 | 6.43×3.07×0.35 |
| Weight (gram): | 177 | 228 |
| Weight (oz): | 6.24 | 8.04 |
| In the box | ||
| Cables? | USB-C to C | USB-C to C |
| Charger? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Adapters? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other | SIM tool (outside USA) | S-pen, SIM tool |
| More info | ||
| Model numbers | A3520, A3258, A3519, A3521 | SM-S908 |
| User guide / manual | User Guide | User guide |
| Official site link: | Apple.com | Page discontinued |
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