# iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: which to choose?

> iPhone vs Android: compare iPhone 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.

- URL: https://nomophone.com/en/guides/comparatif/iphone-16-pro-vs-samsung-galaxy-s25-ultra
- Model comparisons
- Updated on 2026-09-22
- 10 min read

## Introduction

Between **iPhone 16 Pro** and **Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra**, 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 16 Pro at NomoPhone often offers the best budget-to-quality ratio. Compare stock and trade-in estimates.

## Models mentioned

- **iPhone 16 Pro** (Apple iPhone 16 Pro 256 GB) - 2024 generation
- **Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra** (Samsung Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 256 GB) - 2025 generation

## Comparison table

| Criterion | iPhone 16 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Display | 6,3″ | 6,9″ |
| Processor | A18 Pro | Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| Operating system | iOS 18+ | Android 15 / One UI 7 |
| Software updates | 6+ years | 7 years |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 120 Hz (ProMotion) | 120 Hz |
| Camera | 48 MP | 200 MP |
| Optical zoom | 0,5x, 1x, 2x, 5x | 0,5x, 1x, 3x, 5x |
| Connector | USB-C (USB 3) | USB-C (USB 3) |
| Material | Titanium | Titanium |
| Video battery life | 27 h | 31 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 16 Pro** for iOS, trade-in and value at NomoPhone.

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

## FAQ

### iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 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.

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