| Name | Apple iPhone Air | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge |
|---|---|---|
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| MSRP | $999 | $1099.99 |
| Released | Sep 2025 | May 2025 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Check price: | Apple, Amazon | Samsung, Amazon |
| Operating system | ||
| Operating system (OS) | iOS 26 | Android 15 |
| Latest OS update? | - | - |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | LTPO OLED | AMOLED |
| Display size (inch) | 6.5″ | 6.7″ |
| Resolution (H×W) | 2736×1260 | 3120×1440 |
| Aspect ratio (H:W) | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Pixel density (PPI) | 460 PPI | 513 PPI |
| HDR support (types) | Dolby Vision, HDR10 | HDR10+ |
| Refresh rate (max) | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Hardware | ||
| Chipset | Apple A19 Pro | Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| GPU | Apple GPU, 5 cores | Adreno 830 |
| CPU cores | 6-core | 8-core |
| CPU clock speed (max) | 4.26 GHz | 4.47 GHz |
| RAM options (GB) | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Memory options (GB) | 256 | 512 | 1024 | 256 | 512 |
| Memory card slot? (microSD) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Main camera layout | ||
| Primary (wide) | 48 MP | 200 MP |
| Ultrawide | ❌ | 12 MP |
| Telephoto | ❌ | ❌ |
| Optical zoom | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other cameras (macro/depth) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Main camera features | ||
| Photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Video HDR? | ✔ | ❌ |
| 8K video? | ❌ | 30 fps |
| 4K video? | 24/25/30/60 fps | 30/60/120 fps |
| 1080p video? | 25/30/60/120/240 fps | 30/60/120/240 fps |
| Other resolutions? | 720p@30 fps | ❌ |
| Selfie-camera layout | ||
| Primary | 18 MP wide | 12 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 | 30/60 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Connectivity | ||
| SIM type? (physical) | None | Nano |
| Dual SIM? (card slots) | ❌ | ✔ |
| eSIM? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Cellular networks | 5G | 5G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 5.4 |
| NFC? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Charging & data port | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Battery, power & charging | ||
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 3149 mAh | 3900 mAh |
| Wired charging speed? | 20 W | 25 W |
| Wireless charging? | 20 Watt | 15 Watt |
| Reverse wireless charging? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Audio | ||
| Speakers | 1.0 (mono) | 2.0 (stereo) |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Build & materials | ||
| IP-Code | IP68 | IP68 |
| Screen material | Ceramic Shield 2 | Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 |
| Frame material | Titanium | Titanium |
| Back material | Ceramic Shield | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| Layout & design | ||
| Selfie camera placement? | Island | Punch hole |
| Fingerprint sensor? | ❌ | Under display |
| Special design features? | Action button, Camera control button | - |
| Color options: | Black, Blue, White, Gold | Titanium Icyblue, Titanium Silver, Titanium Jetblack |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 15.62×7.47×0.56 | 15.82×7.56×0.58 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 6.15×2.94×0.22 | 6.23×2.98×0.23 |
| Weight (gram): | 165 | 163 |
| Weight (oz): | 5.82 | 5.75 |
| In the box | ||
| Cables? | USB-C to C | USB-C to C |
| Charger? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Adapters? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other | ❌ | SIM tool |
| More info | ||
| Model numbers | A3517, A3260, A3518, A3516 | SM-S937 |
| User guide / manual | User Guide | User Guide |
| Official site link: | Apple.com | Samsung.com |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Apple, Amazon | Samsung, Amazon |
iPhone Air vs Samsung S25 Edge
Key differences
The Apple iPhone Air is newer (Sep 2025 vs May 2025) and has more storage (up to 1024 GB vs up to 512 GB).
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge costs $101 more ($1099.99 vs $999), has a sharper display (513 PPI vs 460 PPI), has a larger battery (3900 mAh vs 3149 mAh) and charges faster (25 W vs 20 W).
Only on the Apple iPhone Air: Video HDR and Selfie photo HDR. Only on the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge: ultrawide (12 MP), 8K video (30 fps), physical SIM (Nano), Dual SIM and fingerprint sensor (Under display).
Other differences: operating system (iOS 26 vs Android 15), display type (LTPO OLED vs AMOLED), chipset (Apple A19 Pro vs Snapdragon 8 Elite), Bluetooth (6.0 vs 5.4) and charging port (USB-C 2.0 vs USB-C 3.2). Both have 120 Hz refresh rates, 12 GB of RAM and IP68 water and dust resistance.














