iPhone 17 vs Galaxy S25

The iPhone 17 512GB wins overall due to its superior 48MP camera with f/1.6 aperture and sensor-shift OIS, delivering noticeably better low-light photography and optical stabilization compared to Samsung's basic 12MP f/2.2 setup. Professional photographers and content creators should choose the iPhone 17 512GB for its dual 48MP system, advanced computational photography, and 512GB storage for large RAW files, despite the higher AED 3999 price. Casual users and everyday consumers should buy the Galaxy S25 256GB for its brighter 2600-nit Dynamic AMOLED display, lighter 162g design, and faster Snapdragon 8 Elite processor that handles gaming smoothly. The Galaxy S25 256GB offers superior value in both markets—AED 3499 and ₹89999 versus iPhone's AED 3999 and ₹99900—providing flagship performance with an excellent display at a meaningful discount, making it the smarter choice for budget-conscious buyers in UAE and India.