Apple256 GB
iPhone 17e
6.1″ · OLED · Apple A19 · 6 CPU cores · 4 GPU cores · 16-core Neural Engine
256 GB · Black · UK A3634 · nano-SIM + eSIM · MHRV4QN/AFull product profile
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Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 4 Sept 2026Apple iPhone 17e vs Samsung Galaxy S26
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WHO EACH ONE SUITS
Choose the iPhone 17e if…
- you prefer the smaller 6.1″ screen Source: Apple UK iPhone 17e technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
Choose the Galaxy S26 if…
- you want a dedicated telephoto lens (3×); the other lists none Source: Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUB (opens in a new tab)
- you want a longer claimed video playback: up to 30 vs 26 hours (manufacturer claims) Source: Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUB (opens in a new tab)
- you want the larger 6.3″ screen Source: Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUB (opens in a new tab)
Samsung256 GB
Galaxy S26
6.3 inches. Just 167 grams.
256 GB · 12 GB RAM · Sky Blue · UK SM-S942BLBGEUBFull product profile
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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE
Visual facts
Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.
How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
- Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
- “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
- Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06
Chipset
A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.
Galaxy S26
0.2″ larger diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- iPhone 17e
- 6.1″
- Galaxy S26
- 6.3″
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?
Full specifications ↓Key differences
16 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 2 are also drawn in Visual facts above. 1 manufacturer description restating separately listed fields is grouped below. Missing information stays separate.
Chipset
In Visual factsiPhone 17eApple A19 · 6 CPU cores · 4 GPU cores · 16-core Neural Engine
Galaxy S26Samsung Exynos 2600
Sources
Galaxy S26
UK S26/S26+ launch table explicitly names Exynos 2600. Other regional Snapdragon configurations are not substituted.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesDifferent hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
Claimed local video playback
In Visual factsiPhone 17e26 hours
Galaxy S2630 hours
Sources
iPhone 17e
Apple UK up-to claim, without an external battery; not mixed-use battery life.
Apple UK iPhone 17e technical specificationsGalaxy S26
Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Camera system
iPhone 17eMain: 48 MP (f/1.6, OIS), 2x crop mode; Front: 12 MP; Video: up to 4K 60 fps
Galaxy S2650 MP main · 12 MP ultra-wide · 10 MP 3× telephoto
Sources
Galaxy S26
Physical lenses are individually identified by the launch table. Cropped optical-quality modes are not extra modules.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Display specification
iPhone 17e6.1-inch OLED; 2532 × 1170; 1200 nits peak (HDR)
Galaxy S266.3-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 2340 × 1080 · adaptive up to 120 Hz
Sources
iPhone 17e
460 ppi; 800 nits typical. Apple's UK specification does not state a maximum refresh rate.
Apple UK iPhone 17e technical specificationsGalaxy S26
Exact model diagonal and pixel dimensions; shared adaptive-range claim is from the named UK launch table.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Wireless connectivity
iPhone 17eWi-Fi 6 · Bluetooth 5.3 · NFC
Galaxy S26Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 5.4 · NFC
Sources
Galaxy S26
Exact SKU connectivity rows. S26 Bluetooth5.4 is not replaced with Plus/Ultra6.0; regulatory/provider/equipment limits apply.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBThe named Wi-Fi or Bluetooth generations differ. Other radios named by only one source remain unverified on the other; omission from a positive inventory is not absence. Check the exact regional model and compatible equipment.
Update policy
iPhone 17eNo fixed update period published; ships with iOS 26
Galaxy S26Seven OS generations · seven years of security updates from first global launch
Sources
Galaxy S26
Major-version count and total security duration remain separate; neither is years remaining or hardware lifespan.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBDistinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.
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Listed operating system
iPhone 17eiOS 26
Galaxy S26Android 16 · One UI 8.5
Sources
Galaxy S26
Launch table wording, not a claim about the latest available or installed release.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesLaunch software and update commitments differ. A newer launch version does not establish an exclusive feature.
USB connection
iPhone 17eUSB-C; USB 2 data up to 480 Mb/s
Galaxy S26USB-C · USB 3.2 Gen 1
Sources
Galaxy S26
Exact connector and USB generation. No measured transfer rate, USB 3.2 Gen 2 or supplied cable speed is inferred.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Battery and charging
iPhone 17eUp to 26 h video; fast wired charging (20 W+ adapter), 15 W wireless
Galaxy S264300 mAh typical · up to 30 hours local video · up to 55% charge in around 30 minutes with a 25 W adapter
Sources
iPhone 17e
Apple does not publish battery capacity in mAh. Up to 21 h streamed video; up to 50% in 30 minutes with a separately sold 20 W or higher USB-C adapter; MagSafe and Qi2 up to 15 W. Apple claims, not independent tests.
Apple UK iPhone 17e technical specificationsGalaxy S26
Typical capacity, playback and charge endpoint are different manufacturer claims. Adapter power is not maximum handset input or sustained measured power.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Display resolution
iPhone 17e2532 × 1170
Galaxy S262340 × 1080
Sources
Galaxy S26
Exact model pixel dimensions; FHD+ and QHD+ remain different tiers.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Front camera
iPhone 17e12 MP TrueDepth · f/1.9 · autofocus
Galaxy S2612 MP · f/2.2 · autofocus
Sources
Galaxy S26
The separate Front Camera rows identify pixels, aperture and autofocus.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Dedicated telephoto reach
iPhone 17e0×
Galaxy S263×
Sources
iPhone 17e
The 2× mode crops the main sensor; there is no dedicated telephoto module.
Apple UK iPhone 17e technical specificationsGalaxy S26
Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Panel technology
iPhone 17eOLED
Galaxy S26Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Sources
Galaxy S26
Explicit panel designation, without independent motion or contrast claims.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Published HDR peak
iPhone 17e1200 nits
Galaxy S262600 nits
Sources
iPhone 17e
HDR peak claim; not an outdoor or full-screen measurement.
Apple UK iPhone 17e technical specificationsGalaxy S26
Manufacturer's FAQ lists 2,600-nit peak for both S26 and S26+; not independently measured.
Galaxy S26 256GB — SpecificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Rear camera modules
iPhone 17e1
Galaxy S263
Sources
Galaxy S26
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Screen size
iPhone 17e6.1 in
Galaxy S266.3 in
Sources
iPhone 17e
Nominal diagonal; actual viewable area is smaller.
Apple UK iPhone 17e technical specificationsGalaxy S26
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Manufacturer wording of separate fields (1)
Combined manufacturer descriptions whose values are listed as separate differences. Kept here so every verified difference stays in one list.
Dimensions
iPhone 17e146.7 × 71.5 × 7.8 mm (height × width × thickness)
Galaxy S26149.6 × 71.7 × 7.2 mm (height × width × depth)
Sources
Galaxy S26
Uses the labelled SKU table HxWxD order, not launch width-first positions.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Small physical differences (4)
Height
iPhone 17e146.7 mm
Galaxy S26149.6 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Thickness
iPhone 17e7.8 mm
Galaxy S267.2 mm
Sources
Galaxy S26
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Weight
In Visual factsiPhone 17e170 g
Galaxy S26167 g
Sources
Galaxy S26
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Width
In Visual factsiPhone 17e71.5 mm
Galaxy S2671.7 mm
Sources
Galaxy S26
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Configuration & compatibility details (2)
RAM and storage configuration
iPhone 17eRAM not published; 256 GB storage
Galaxy S2612 GB RAM · 256 GB storage
Sources
Galaxy S26
Exact selected SKU table; neither 16 GB / 1 TB Ultra nor another capacity is substituted.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBA configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.
Regional SIM / network configuration
iPhone 17eUK model A3634; nano-SIM + eSIM
Galaxy S26UK SM-S942BLBGEUB · 12 GB / 256 GB · nano-SIM + eSIM
Sources
iPhone 17e
Dual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM) with dual eSIM support; 5G (sub-6 GHz). Carrier services and eSIM support need confirming with your network.
Apple UK iPhone 17e technical specificationsGalaxy S26
Actual retrieved selected-SKU response, not a guessed order code. Identity does not establish current stock or carrier compatibility.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
Missing or non-comparable evidence (42)
Main-camera aperture control
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S26Fixed f/1.8
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Aperture is matched to the named Wide lens, not another row or telephoto aperture.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear 4K recording maximum
iPhone 17e60 fps
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
Manufacturer recording-mode claim; not an independent quality or sustained-recording test.
Apple UK iPhone 17e technical specificationsGalaxy S26
The table lists UHD120 under Slow Motion, not ordinary rear 4K capture. A normal-mode maximum needs additional mode-specific evidence.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front 4K recording maximum
iPhone 17e60 fps
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
General Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Main camera optical stabilisation
iPhone 17eYes
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
OIS is stated for the 48 MP Fusion Main, the only rear camera.
Apple UK iPhone 17e technical specificationsGalaxy S26
The exact SKU table gives rear-system OIS but does not attach it to every lens. Lens-specific proof remains separate.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear-system optical stabilisation
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S26Yes
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Explicit rear-system Yes; not proof every lens has OIS.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear camera autofocus
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S26Yes
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Explicit rear-system autofocus; no focus-speed score is inferred.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front camera optical stabilisation
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Rear-system OIS is not transferred to the front lens.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Typical battery capacity
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S264300 mAh
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Direct typical capacity, separate from rated minimum.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Maximum wired charging power
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
25 W is the named adapter in the source test; a maximum sustained handset-input value is not established by that requirement.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Time to 50% wired charge
iPhone 17e30 minutes
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
Apple claim using a separately sold 20W or higher USB-C adapter.
Apple UK iPhone 17e technical specificationsGalaxy S26
The source publishes a different endpoint. It does not establish a 0–50% time, and no linear interpolation is used.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Maximum refresh rate
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S26120 Hz
Sources
iPhone 17e
Apple does not state the maximum refresh rate.
Apple UK iPhone 17e technical specificationsGalaxy S26
Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S2612 GB
Sources
Galaxy S26
Explicit Memory_(GB), distinct from storage.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Storage technology
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
The exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Expandable storage
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S26No
Sources
iPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Samsung's model comparison marks Micro SD as N/A. Storage capacity is verified against the model-specific specification.
Introducing the Latest Galaxy S26 SeriesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
eSIM support
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S26Yes
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Explicit embedded-SIM and mixed/dual-eSIM arrangements; provider support remains separate.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published support term
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S267 years
Sources
iPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Promised OS version upgrades
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S267
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Seven generations of OS updates; not the same quantity as years of support.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Device unlock
iPhone 17eFace ID
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth version
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S265.4
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cellular modem
iPhone 17eApple C1X
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
Listed in the UK Mobile and Wireless section for model A3634.
Apple UK iPhone 17e technical specificationsGalaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published wired charge test duration
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S2630 minutes
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Around 30 minutes for the stated endpoint, not a comparable 50%-charge time.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published wired charge endpoint
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S2655%
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Up-to endpoint in around 30 minutes with a 25 W compatible adapter; mode, start-state and screen conditions remain source-specific.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published CPU clock groups
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S263.8 GHz · 3.26 GHz · 2.76 GHz
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Multiple clock groups, not a sustained all-core clock or benchmark.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published CPU core count
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S2610
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Exact SKU table; core count alone is not performance.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Samsung DeX support
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S26Yes
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Exact SKU services table says Yes; display, cable and software setup requirements remain.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dual eSIM support
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S26Yes
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Explicit SIM Slot Type includes Dual eSIM.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Headphone jack
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S26No
Sources
iPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Earjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM technology
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
The exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published minimum battery endurance cycles
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S261200 cycles
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Manufacturer eco-design cycles; this retained table does not specify the capacity-retention threshold. No percentage is invented.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Pixel density
iPhone 17e460 ppi
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Built-in Privacy Display
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S26No
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Samsung explicitly says only on Galaxy S26 Ultra. Manual activation, viewing-angle effects and residual visibility limits apply; it is not an AI feature or a privacy guarantee.
Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published professional camera workflows
iPhone 17e0
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
Versus counts four workflow types: RAW stills, professional codecs, log capture and external production tools. Apple lists HEIF/JPEG photos and HEVC/H.264 video, and none of the four workflows.
Apple UK iPhone 17e technical specificationsGalaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rated minimum battery capacity
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S264175 mAh
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
The manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear 8K recording maximum
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S2630 fps
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Camera capture maximum, separate from playback-only 8K60 in Audio and Video.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
User-removable battery
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S26No
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
The exact table explicitly states Removable No.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Reverse wireless charging
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S26Yes
Sources
iPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Explicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published security update end date
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S262033-02-28
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Exact model-specific Valid until date, without calculating a support-start date from it.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Stereo support
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S26Yes
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Explicit stereo support; not a measured audio-quality score.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Claimed streamed video
iPhone 17e21 hours
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
US model distinction
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
This UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
8K video recording
iPhone 17eNot verified
Galaxy S26Yes
Sources
Galaxy S26
The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
MagSafe / Qi2 power
iPhone 17e15 W
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
Named wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
7 shared fields have the same recorded value.
COMPARE THE DETAILS
Full specifications
All specs74 specificationsiPhone 17eGalaxy S26
iPhone 17eGalaxy S26WeightDiffers
Sources
170g
167g
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
WidthDiffers
Sources
71.5mm
71.7mm
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
ThicknessDiffers
Sources
7.8mm
7.2mm
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
DimensionsDiffers
Sources
146.7 × 71.5 × 7.8 mm (height × width × thickness)
149.6 × 71.7 × 7.2 mm (height × width × depth)Uses the labelled SKU table HxWxD order, not launch width-first positions.
HeightDiffers
Sources
146.7 mm
149.6 mmLabelled height.
Form factor
Sources
slab
slabExplicit Touchscreen Bar form.
Colour
Sources
iPhone 17eApple UK iPhone 17e configurations
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Black
Not verified
Screen sizeDiffers
Sources
6.1″
Nominal diagonal; actual viewable area is smaller.
6.3″
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.Differs
Sources
Galaxy S26Galaxy S26 256GB — Specifications
1200 nits
Published HDR peak · HDR peak claim; not an outdoor or full-screen measurement.
2600 nits
Manufacturer's FAQ lists 2,600-nit peak for both S26 and S26+; not independently measured.
Pixel density
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
460 ppi
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Maximum refresh rate
Not verifiedApple does not state the maximum refresh rate.
120HzUp-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.
Display specificationDiffers
6.1-inch OLED; 2532 × 1170; 1200 nits peak (HDR)460 ppi; 800 nits typical. Apple's UK specification does not state a maximum refresh rate.
6.3-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 2340 × 1080 · adaptive up to 120 HzExact model diagonal and pixel dimensions; shared adaptive-range claim is from the named UK launch table.
Display resolutionDiffers
Sources
2532 × 1170
2340 × 1080Exact model pixel dimensions; FHD+ and QHD+ remain different tiers.
Built-in Privacy Display
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
NoSamsung explicitly says only on Galaxy S26 Ultra. Manual activation, viewing-angle effects and residual visibility limits apply; it is not an AI feature or a privacy guarantee.
Native telephoto reachDiffers
No dedicated lensDedicated telephoto reach · The 2× mode crops the main sensor; there is no dedicated telephoto module.
3×Dedicated telephoto reach · Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
Rear camera modulesDiffers
Sources
1
3
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
8K video recording
Sources
Not verified8K recording is not mentioned.
Yes8K recording · The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
Camera systemDiffers
Main: 48 MP (f/1.6, OIS), 2x crop mode; Front: 12 MP; Video: up to 4K 60 fps
50 MP main · 12 MP ultra-wide · 10 MP 3× telephotoPhysical lenses are individually identified by the launch table. Cropped optical-quality modes are not extra modules.
Optical-quality reach
2×Main-sensor crop mode, not a separate telephoto lens.
2×Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
Front cameraDiffers
Sources
12 MP TrueDepth · f/1.9 · autofocus
12 MP · f/2.2 · autofocusThe separate Front Camera rows identify pixels, aperture and autofocus.
Published professional camera workflows
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
0Versus counts four workflow types: RAW stills, professional codecs, log capture and external production tools. Apple lists HEIF/JPEG photos and HEVC/H.264 video, and none of the four workflows.
Not verified
Main camera optical stabilisation
Sources
YesOIS is stated for the 48 MP Fusion Main, the only rear camera.
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table gives rear-system OIS but does not attach it to every lens. Lens-specific proof remains separate.
Ordinary rear 4K recording maximum
Sources
60 fpsManufacturer recording-mode claim; not an independent quality or sustained-recording test.
Not verifiedThe table lists UHD120 under Slow Motion, not ordinary rear 4K capture. A normal-mode maximum needs additional mode-specific evidence.
Front 4K recording maximum
Sources
60 fpsFront TrueDepth camera only.
Not verifiedGeneral Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.
Front camera autofocus
Sources
Yes
YesExplicit front autofocus Yes.
Main-camera aperture control
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
Fixed f/1.8Aperture is matched to the named Wide lens, not another row or telephoto aperture.
Rear-system optical stabilisation
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit rear-system Yes; not proof every lens has OIS.
Rear camera autofocus
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit rear-system autofocus; no focus-speed score is inferred.
Rear 8K recording maximum
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
30 fpsCamera capture maximum, separate from playback-only 8K60 in Audio and Video.
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.Differs
Sources
26 hours
Claimed local video playback · Apple UK up-to claim, without an external battery; not mixed-use battery life.
30 hours
Published local-video playback · Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.
Wireless charging
Sources
Yes
YesNamed wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.
Battery and chargingDiffers
Up to 26 h video; fast wired charging (20 W+ adapter), 15 W wirelessApple does not publish battery capacity in mAh. Up to 21 h streamed video; up to 50% in 30 minutes with a separately sold 20 W or higher USB-C adapter; MagSafe and Qi2 up to 15 W. Apple claims, not independent tests.
4300 mAh typical · up to 30 hours local video · up to 55% charge in around 30 minutes with a 25 W adapterTypical capacity, playback and charge endpoint are different manufacturer claims. Adapter power is not maximum handset input or sustained measured power.
Claimed streamed video
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
21 hoursApple UK up-to claim.
Not verified
Time to 50% wired charge
Sources
30 minutesApple claim using a separately sold 20W or higher USB-C adapter.
Not verifiedThe source publishes a different endpoint. It does not establish a 0–50% time, and no linear interpolation is used.
Published wireless charging maximum
Sources
15 WCompatible charger and adapter required.
Not verifiedNamed wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.
Wireless PowerShare
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
YesExplicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
Typical battery capacity
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
4300 mAhDirect typical capacity, separate from rated minimum.
Rated minimum battery capacity
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
4175 mAhThe manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.
Published wired charge endpoint
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
55%Up-to endpoint in around 30 minutes with a 25 W compatible adapter; mode, start-state and screen conditions remain source-specific.
Published wired charge test duration
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
30 minutesAround 30 minutes for the stated endpoint, not a comparable 50%-charge time.
User-removable battery
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
NoThe exact table explicitly states Removable No.
Published minimum battery endurance cycles
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
1200 cyclesManufacturer eco-design cycles; this retained table does not specify the capacity-retention threshold. No percentage is invented.
Published support term
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
7 yearsPublished security update term · Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
Update supportDiffers
Sources
No fixed update period published; ships with iOS 26
Seven OS generations · seven years of security updates from first global launchMajor-version count and total security duration remain separate; neither is years remaining or hardware lifespan.
Launch operating systemDiffers
Sources
iOS 26
Android 16 · One UI 8.5Launch table wording, not a claim about the latest available or installed release.
Promised OS version upgrades
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
7Seven generations of OS updates; not the same quantity as years of support.
ChipsetDiffers
Sources
Apple A19 · 6 CPU cores · 4 GPU cores · 16-core Neural Engine
Samsung Exynos 2600UK S26/S26+ launch table explicitly names Exynos 2600. Other regional Snapdragon configurations are not substituted.
RAM and storage configurationConfiguration
Sources
RAM not published; 256 GB storageApple does not publish RAM capacity.
12 GB RAM · 256 GB storageExact selected SKU table; neither 16 GB / 1 TB Ultra nor another capacity is substituted.
Compared regional modelConfiguration
Sources
UK model A3634; nano-SIM + eSIMDual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM) with dual eSIM support; 5G (sub-6 GHz). Carrier services and eSIM support need confirming with your network.
UK SM-S942BLBGEUB · 12 GB / 256 GB · nano-SIM + eSIMActual retrieved selected-SKU response, not a guessed order code. Identity does not establish current stock or carrier compatibility.
Storage capacity
Sources
256 GB
256 GBExplicit internal capacity; available free space changes with software.
RAM capacity
Sources
Not verifiedNot stated by the manufacturer.
12 GBExplicit Memory_(GB), distinct from storage.
Panel technologyDiffers
Sources
OLED
Dynamic AMOLED 2XExplicit panel designation, without independent motion or contrast claims.
eSIM only (UK configuration)
Sources
No
NoExplicit physical Nano-SIM support.
Ingress protection claim
Sources
IP68Apple laboratory condition: 6 m for 30 minutes. Resistance is not permanent.
IP68Controlled submersion up to 1.5 m freshwater for 30 minutes; resistance can diminish and is not a permanent waterproof guarantee.
USB connector and data transferDiffers
Sources
USB-C; USB 2 data up to 480 Mb/s
USB-C · USB 3.2 Gen 1Exact connector and USB generation. No measured transfer rate, USB 3.2 Gen 2 or supplied cable speed is inferred.
Wireless connectivityDiffers
Sources
Wi-Fi 6 · Bluetooth 5.3 · NFC
Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 5.4 · NFCExact SKU connectivity rows. S26 Bluetooth5.4 is not replaced with Plus/Ultra6.0; regulatory/provider/equipment limits apply.
Device unlock
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Face ID
Not verified
Apple UK reference price
Sources
iPhone 17eApple UK iPhone 17e configurations
Galaxy S26No source recorded
£699Apple UK price for the 256 GB model in September 2026; retailer prices may differ.
Not verified
Cellular modem
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Apple C1XListed in the UK Mobile and Wireless section for model A3634.
Not verified
3.5 mm headphone jack
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
NoEarjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.
Expandable storage
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Galaxy S26Introducing the Latest Galaxy S26 Series
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
NoSamsung's model comparison marks Micro SD as N/A. Storage capacity is verified against the model-specific specification.
Published CPU core count
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
10Exact SKU table; core count alone is not performance.
Published CPU clock groups
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
3.8 GHz · 3.26 GHz · 2.76 GHzMultiple clock groups, not a sustained all-core clock or benchmark.
Published security update end date
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
2033-02-28Exact model-specific Valid until date, without calculating a support-start date from it.
Bluetooth version
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
5.4Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.
eSIM support
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit embedded-SIM and mixed/dual-eSIM arrangements; provider support remains separate.
Dual eSIM support
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit SIM Slot Type includes Dual eSIM.
Stereo support
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit stereo support; not a measured audio-quality score.
Samsung DeX support
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExact SKU services table says Yes; display, cable and software setup requirements remain.
Show unverified (5)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
RAM technology
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.
Storage technology
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.
US model distinction
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThis UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.
Maximum wired charging power
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verified25 W is the named adapter in the source test; a maximum sustained handset-input value is not established by that requirement.
Front camera optical stabilisation
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedRear-system OIS is not transferred to the front lens.
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How we calculate scoresApple iPhone 17e
256 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight170 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Width71.5 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Thickness7.8 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Display size6.1 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Nominal diagonal; actual viewable area is smaller.
ApplePeak brightness1,200 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence
HDR peak claim; not an outdoor or full-screen measurement.
AppleClaimed video playback26 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Apple UK up-to claim, without an external battery; not mixed-use battery life.
AppleClaimed charging rate1.67% per minuteCalculated from sources · low confidence
Apple claim using a separately sold 20W or higher USB-C adapter. 50 divided by 30 minutes; not a sustained charging rate.
ApplePublished total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Apple laboratory condition: 6 m for 30 minutes. Resistance is not permanent.
ApplePixel density460 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Native telephoto reach0×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
The 2× mode crops the main sensor; there is no dedicated telephoto module.
AppleClaimed optical-quality reach2×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Main-sensor crop mode, not a separate telephoto lens.
AppleRear camera modules1Manufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Manufacturer list price£699.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceApple
All sources3
- Apple UK iPhone 17e technical specificationsApple · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Apple UK iPhone 17e configurationsApple · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- iPhone 17e exact UK configurationApple · accessed 10 Sept 2026
Samsung Galaxy S26
256 GB · checked 4 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight167 gManufacturer claim · high confidence
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
SamsungWidth71.7 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
SamsungThickness7.2 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
SamsungDisplay size6.3 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
SamsungPeak brightness2,600 nitsManufacturer claim · medium confidence
Manufacturer's FAQ lists 2,600-nit peak for both S26 and S26+; not independently measured.
Samsung Business UKClaimed video playback30 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.
SamsungPublished total support7 yearsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
SamsungWireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Named wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.
SamsungReverse wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Explicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
SamsungHeadphone jackNoCalculated from sources · medium confidence
Earjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.
SamsungExpandable storageNoManufacturer claim · high confidence
Samsung's model comparison marks Micro SD as N/A. Storage capacity is verified against the model-specific specification.
Samsung UKIP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Controlled submersion up to 1.5 m freshwater for 30 minutes; resistance can diminish and is not a permanent waterproof guarantee.
SamsungPixel densityNot verified
Not published
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence
Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.
SamsungSamsungNative telephoto reach3×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
SamsungSamsungClaimed optical-quality reach2×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
SamsungSamsungRear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
Samsung8K recordingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
SamsungManufacturer list price£879.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceSamsung Newsroom UK
All sources6
- Galaxy S26 256GB — SpecificationsSamsung Business UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Series: The Most Intuitive Galaxy AI Phone YetSamsung Newsroom UK · accessed 21 Sept 2026
- Introducing the Latest Galaxy S26 SeriesSamsung UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
- Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
- Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
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