Apple iPhone 16 128GB vs Samsung Galaxy S25 128GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 10 of the specs we have recorded, and the Apple iPhone 16 128GB is cheaper by SAR 151 (prices checked 4 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 151
  • Lower weight: 171 g vs 190 g · slight difference
  • More memory for multitasking (12 GB vs 8 GB)
  • Higher wired charging: 45 W vs 30 W
  • Higher optical zoom (telephoto): 3 x vs 2 x

The deciding difference here: memory (RAM) and wired charging and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Memory (RAM)

    8 GB✓ 12 GB
  • Screen size

    6.1 in✓ 6.6 in
  • Display type

    OLEDAMOLED

Specifications side by side

21 of 21 specs

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Spec
AppleSAR 3,049
Apple iPhone 16 128GB specs
SamsungSAR 3,200
Samsung Galaxy S25 128GB specs
Reference priceSAR 3,049SAR 3,200
Memory (RAM)8 GB✓ 12 GB
ProcessorApple A18 BionicExynos 2400
Battery capacity3,561 mAh✓ 4,000 mAh
Wired charging30 W✓ 45 W
Main camera48 MP50 MP
Years of OS updates—7 years
Storage128 GB128 GB
5GYesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in processor between the Apple iPhone 16 128GB and the Samsung Galaxy S25 128GB?

Apple iPhone 16 128GB: Apple A18 Bionic; Samsung Galaxy S25 128GB: Exynos 2400. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in storage between the Apple iPhone 16 128GB and the Samsung Galaxy S25 128GB?

No difference here: storage is 128 GB on both.

What is the difference in main camera between the Apple iPhone 16 128GB and the Samsung Galaxy S25 128GB?

Main camera is higher on the Samsung Galaxy S25 128GB: 50 MP vs 48 MP on the Apple iPhone 16 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in battery capacity between the Apple iPhone 16 128GB and the Samsung Galaxy S25 128GB?

Battery capacity is higher on the Samsung Galaxy S25 128GB: 4,000 mAh vs 3,561 mAh on the Apple iPhone 16 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.