# iPhone 15 or Samsung Galaxy S25: which to choose?

> iPhone vs Android: compare iPhone 15 and Samsung Galaxy S25.

- URL: https://nomophone.com/en/guides/comparatif/iphone-15-vs-samsung-galaxy-s25
- Model comparisons
- Updated on 2026-09-22
- 10 min read

## Introduction

Between **iPhone 15** and **Samsung Galaxy S25**, the choice is also about ecosystem, update length, camera and refurbished budget.

Based on official manufacturer specs.

## Design and ergonomics

See the table for screen size and materials. Both are premium daily drivers.

## Performance

Whichever chip the table lists, both phones stay smooth for typical use. Gaps show in heavy gaming or video editing.

## Photo and video

Top Android phones lead on zoom flexibility; iPhone excels at consistency and video. Check optical zoom in the table.

## Refurbished price

A refurbished iPhone 15 at NomoPhone often offers the best budget-to-quality ratio. Compare stock and trade-in estimates.

## Models mentioned

- **iPhone 15** (Apple iPhone 15 128 GB) - 2023 generation
- **Samsung Galaxy S25** (Samsung Samsung Galaxy S25 128 GB) - 2025 generation

## Comparison table

| Criterion | iPhone 15 | Samsung Galaxy S25 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Display | 6,1″ | 6,2″ |
| Processor | A16 Bionic | Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| Operating system | iOS 17+ | Android 15 / One UI 7 |
| Software updates | 6+ years | 7 years |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 60 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Camera | 48 MP | 50 MP |
| Optical zoom | 0,5x, 1x, 2x | 0,5x, 1x, 3x |
| Connector | USB-C | USB-C |
| Material | Aluminium | Aluminium (Armor Aluminum) |
| Video battery life | 20 h | 26 h |
| Refurbished price | Refurbished iPhone: wide choice, strong value | New/refurbished Android: varies by model |
| Ecosystem & trade-in | iOS, NomoPhone trade-in, MagSafe accessories | Open Android, Google/Samsung services |

### Our verdict

**Choose refurbished iPhone 15** for iOS, trade-in and value at NomoPhone.

**Choose Samsung Galaxy S25** for Android, 120 Hz displays or Samsung/Google camera features.

## FAQ

### iPhone 15 or Samsung Galaxy S25 in 2026?

Refurbished iPhone for iOS and trade-in. Android for customization and some camera/display advantages.

### Which phone lasts longer?

Both get long updates (6–7 years). iPhones often retain resale value better.

### Can I trade in my iPhone to switch brands?

Yes — use our NomoPhone trade-in estimator.

## Continue reading

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