Slim smartphones are back in trend, and two giants are leading the charge — Apple with its newly launched iPhone Air and Samsung with the Galaxy S25 Edge.
Both devices bring ultra-thin designs, powerful performance, and next-gen displays, making them strong contenders in the premium market. Here’s a head-to-head comparison across key categories.
Design and Size
The iPhone Air weighs 165g and measures 156.2 x 74.7 x 5.6 mm, while the Galaxy S25 Edge is slightly lighter at 163g and measures 158.2 x 75.6 x 5.8 mm. Both feature titanium frames — Apple with a glossy finish and Samsung with a matte design. Apple offers four colors including Light Gold and Sky Blue, while Samsung counters with Titanium Jetblack and Icyblue.
Display
Samsung wins in size with a 6.7-inch LTPO OLED panel boasting 1440 x 3120 resolution and 513 ppi. Apple’s 6.5-inch OLED display has a lower pixel density (460 ppi) but shines brighter with 3000 nits peak brightness versus Samsung’s 2600 nits. Both support 120Hz refresh rates and HDR10, but Apple adds an anti-reflective coating for extra clarity.
Performance
Apple powers the iPhone Air with the A19 Pro chipset (3nm), paired with 12GB RAM and up to 1TB storage. Samsung equips its Galaxy S25 Edge with the Snapdragon 8 Gen Elite, also on a 3nm process, offering up to 512GB storage. Samsung integrates a vapor chamber for heat management, something missing in the iPhone Air.
Cameras
Samsung dominates in photography with a 200MP main camera, 12MP ultrawide, and 12MP selfie lens supporting 8K video recording. Apple keeps it simpler with a 48MP main shooter and an 18MP selfie camera capable of 4K video.
Battery and Charging
The Galaxy S25 Edge packs a 3900mAh battery with 25W wired charging and 15W wireless. The iPhone Air offers a smaller 3149mAh battery, 20W wired charging, and faster 20W wireless charging.
Verdict and Price
While both devices deliver premium slim designs, the Galaxy S25 Edge has the edge with a bigger battery, larger display, advanced cameras, and a more affordable price starting at $840. The iPhone Air, priced from $1,000, appeals to those who value Apple’s ecosystem and higher peak brightness.