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iPhone 17 vs Samsung Galaxy S26

Detailed specifications comparison between the Apple iPhone 17 and the Samsung Samsung Galaxy S26.

iPhone 17

iPhone 17

$799 USD
Samsung Galaxy S26

Samsung Galaxy S26

$799 USD
Release DateSeptember 19, 2025March 2026
Operating SystemiOS 26, iOS 26Android 16, One UI 8.5, One UI 8.5
Display Size6.3-inch inches6.3 inches
Display TypeLTPO Super Retina XDR OLEDDynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+
Resolution1206 x 2622 pixels1080 x 2340 pixels
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz (adaptive 1-120Hz) Hz
Processor / ChipsetApple A19Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 / Exynos 2600
RAM8GB12GB
Internal Storage256GB, 512GB256GB / 512GB
Main Camera48 MP, f/1.6, OIS50 MP, (wide), OIS
Selfie Camera18 MP12 MP
Battery Capacity3692 mAh4300 mAh
Charging Speed40W wired25W wired
5G Support
NFC
3.5mm Jack

Key differences: iPhone 17 vs Samsung Galaxy S26

  • Samsung Galaxy S26 has the bigger battery (4,300 mAh vs 3,692 mAh on the iPhone 17).
  • iPhone 17 has the faster wired charging (40W vs 25W on the Samsung Galaxy S26).
  • Samsung Galaxy S26 has the higher AnTuTu score (3,000,000 vs 1,900,000 on the iPhone 17).
  • Samsung Galaxy S26 is the newer phone, released about 6 months later.

Generated from manufacturer specifications. Prices are reference launch prices in USD and vary by market.

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