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Samsung Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB) vs Apple iPhone 3GS (32GB)

Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy S25 vs Apple iPhone 3GS phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Apple iPhone 3GS X Samsung Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB) 43Points
6.2"
AMOLED

1080x2340

50
MP

12mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

4000
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
02Points Apple iPhone 3GS (32GB) Compare Samsung Galaxy S25 X
3.5"
TFT

320x480

3.1
MP
256MB
RAM

Single-core

1219
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)} 43 Advantages Samsung Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB) vs iPhone 3GS (32GB)} 2 Advantages Apple iPhone 3GS (32GB)
+4.47GHz 64bit Octa-core (3nm)14 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs600MHz 32bit Single-core
+12GB LPDDR5X47 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs256MB SDRAM
+256GB (223GB available)7 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs32GB (28GB available)
+UFS 4.0Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
vsFlash (EEPROM)
+7.2 millimeters (0.28 inches)71%
Thinner
vs12.3 millimeters (0.48 inches)
+Aluminum frame, glass front/backAdvantage
More resistant material
vsPlastic body, glass front
+LTPO AMOLEDAdvantage
LTPO AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
vsTFT LCD
+HDR10+Advantage
The HDR10+ display provides vibrant colors and more details
vsNot supported
+120Hz100%
The display reproduces more frames per second because the frequency (Hertz) is higher, improves fluidity and tires your eyes less.
vs60Hz
+1080x2340 pixels15 times
Higher resolution screen
vs320x480 pixels
+416 PPI152%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs165 PPI
+6.2"77%
Larger screen
vs3.5"
+(triple camera) 50MP + 10MP + 12MP22 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 3.1MP
+LED flashAdvantage
The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
vsNot supported
+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
vsNot supported
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
vsNot supported
+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
vsNot supported
+HDR photo/video and HDR photo on front cameraAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsNot supported
+(front) 12MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
vsNot supported
+8K UHD (7680x4320)107 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsVGA (640x480)
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)52%
More apps available to download and use
vs2300000 apps (App Store)
+5G Sub6Advantage
The 5G Sub6 network is newer and faster
vs3G HSDPA
+(5G Sub6) 3000 Mbps416 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(3G HSDPA) 7.2 Mbps
+Ambient light sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Face unlockAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Fingerprint sensor (under display)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+4000 mAh2 times
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs1219 mAh
+25W4 times
More power (watts) to charge the battery faster. Sometimes, the charger that comes with the device doesn't have the same power supported by the device. Check before you buy it.
vs5W
+Qi wireless chargingAdvantage
Wireless charging is another way to charge the battery.
vsNot supported
+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
vsNot supported
+2 slots (Dual-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs1 slot (Single-SIM)
+Stereo soundAdvantage
Better sound quality for listening to music or clearer hands-free calls
vsMono sound (not stereo)
+3 microphones2 times
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
vs1 microphone
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6] is newer and faster
vs802.11 b/g [wifi3]
+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
vsNot supported
+5.4 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.4 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs2.1 + A2DP
+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
vsNot supported
+USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
vsUSB 2.0 proprietary connector
+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
vsUSB 2.0 proprietary connector
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage
Better sites viewing on the internet
vsHTML, XHTML
+IP68 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example
vsNot supported
162 grams (5.67 ounces)vs+135 grams (4.73 ounces)20%
Lighter
Type-C reversible connectorvs+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores

12 Common items in both devices
16 million
PDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras / Autofocus
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
Compass
Proximity sensor
+5 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)iPhone 3GS (32GB)
ModelGalaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)iPhone 3GS (32GB)
Other model namesGalaxy S25 SM-S931B/Dual-SIMApple iPhone 3GS
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandSamsungApple
Release date2/3/2025, Announced: 1/22/20256/19/2009, Announced: 4/13/2012
Depth7.2 millimeters (0.28 inches)12.3 millimeters (0.48 inches)
Size (width x height)70.5 x 146.9 millimeters (2.78 x 5.78 in)62.1 x 115.5 millimeters (2.44 x 4.55 in)
Weight162 grams (5.67 ounces)135 grams (4.73 ounces)
Build, materialsAluminum frame, glass front/back
Back: Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersIP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistantNot supported

📲 Display

Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)iPhone 3GS (32GB)
Display typeLTPO AMOLEDTFT LCD
Screen size6.2" inches3.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~91.1% (screen-to-body ratio)~50.9% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x2340 pixels (19.5:9)320x480 pixels (3:2)
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 10-pointsCapacitive Multitouch 5-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)416 PPI165 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass Victus 2Gorilla Glass
Refresh rate120Hz60Hz
Display features2600nits[peak]
HDR10+
Always-On Display
Not supported

🤖 Operating System

Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)iPhone 3GS (32GB)
System versionAndroid 15iOS 3.0
Firmware updatefeature not registerediOS 6.0
User InterfaceOne UI 7.0feature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)iPhone 3GS (32GB)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (SM8750-AB) (3nm)32bit: Samsung S5PC100
CPUOcta-core, 2 processors:
2x 4.47GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L (Dual-core)
6x 3.53GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M (Hexa-core)
Single-core, 1 processor:
1x 600MHz ARM Cortex-A8 (Single-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 830 (1100MHz)PowerVR SGX535
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 2193701 (v10)
Geekbench: 10050 (v6)
feature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)iPhone 3GS (32GB)
RAM memory12GB LPDDR5X256MB SDRAM
Internal storage256GB (223GB available)
UFS 4.0
32GB (28GB available)
Flash (EEPROM)
External storageNot supportedNot supported

📶 Mobile networks

Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)iPhone 3GS (32GB)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim cardNot supported
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM
1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload3000/1024 Mbps7.2 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G, 5G2G, 3G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkCDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
TD-SCDMA 1900/2000
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
UMTS 850/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat24 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18 , 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Not supported
Primary 5G networkSA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 75, 77, 78)Not supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6CSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA
Secondary 2G networkCDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
TD-SCDMA 1900/2000
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Not supported
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat24 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18 , 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Not supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6Not supported

📷 Camera

Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)iPhone 3GS (32GB)
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
50 megapixels
10MP telephoto f/2.467mm1/3.94"1.0µmPDAFOIS3x-optical-zoom
12MP ultrawide f/2.213mm120°1/2.55"1.4µmSuper-Steady
3.1 megapixels
Main camera resolution8160x6120 pixels2048x1536 pixels
Video recording (primary)8K UHD (7680x4320) 30 fpsVGA (640x480) 30 fps
FlashLED flashNot supported
Focal aperturef/1.8 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal length24mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/1.56" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1µm pixelfeature not registered
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus on both camerasAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilizationNot supported
ZoomDigital and optical zoomNot supported
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionNot supported
BSI sensorSupportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo/video and HDR photo on front cameraNot supported
Camera extras8K@24/30fps
4K@30/60fps
1080p@30/60/240fps
10-bit HDR10+
feature not registered

📸 Front camera

Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)iPhone 3GS (32GB)
Front camera (secondary)12 megapixelsNot supported
Front camera resolution4000x3000 pixelsNot supported
Video recording (secondary)4K UHD (3840x2160)Not supported
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal length26mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/3.2" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1.12µm pixelfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)iPhone 3GS (32GB)
LoudspeakerStereo sound
32-bit/384kHz
Tuned by AKG
Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation3 microphones1 microphone
RadioNot supportedNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMPEG4, MOV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3

🔌 Connectivity

Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)iPhone 3GS (32GB)
USBUSB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoUSB 2.0 proprietary connector
Audio outputType-C reversible connector3.5mm jack
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)Proprietary TV-out
Bluetooth5.4 + A2DP/LE2.1 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)
DLNASupportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSSA-GPS, GeoTagging
NFCSupportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)iPhone 3GS (32GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Compass
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)iPhone 3GS (32GB)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
616-0435
Battery capacity4000 mAh1219 mAh
Charger, watts25W Wired fast charging
Reverse charging by cable
USB Power Delivery 3.0
5W (5V/1A) Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging15W Qi wireless charging
45W Reverse wireless charging
Not supported
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered11.7 hours
Standbyfeature not registered300 hours (12.5 days)

➕ Other features

Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)iPhone 3GS (32GB)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS, MMS, E-mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedNot supported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized with tutorial
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Blue Black, Icy Blue, Mint, Navy, Silver Shadow, Pink Gold, Coral Red
• Samsung DeX
• Samsung Wireless DeX
• Colors: Black, White
• Audio/video player
• Image editor
• iCloud service
• Google Maps
• Twitter

☢️ Radiation rate

Galaxy S25 (SM-S931B/DS 256GB)iPhone 3GS (32GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registered0.26W/kg (head), 0.79W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)1.294W/kg (head), 1.363W/kg (body)0.45W/kg (head), 0.4W/kg (body)
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