Which one is best for you?
iPhone 7 first came out in 2016 and while it’s an older model, still has decent specs. Its camera was updated from iPhone 6s, to capture a wider range of colours its screen was upgraded so you could instantly see the results.
Not surprisingly, the more recent Galaxy S9 has a few extra bells and whistles. Create your own animated emojis, or stretch time with Super Slow-mo video mode and more. Read on for more details.
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Apple
iPhone 7
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Take pictures like a pro with a 12-megapixel camera, and optical image stabilisation that keeps images steady when on the move
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Express yourself and match your phone to your outfit with a choice of four colours
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Relax, and use your phone without a worry, with its splash and water resistant design
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Focus on A10 processor
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Samsung
Galaxy S9
Capture all the action and stretch time with Super Slow-mo video mode – then loop and add music to create awesome GIFs
Take superb pictures even in super low light with a lens that adapts like the human eye
Create and personalise your own animated emoji, and use it to share stories with friends
Use Intelligent Scan to unlock your phone securely with ease – even in low light
| Name | iPhone 7 | Galaxy S9 |
|---|---|---|
| Image |
iPhone 7 |
Buy the Galaxy S9 |
| Display |
4.7 inches (diagonal) |
5.8 inch Infinity Display |
| Size and weight |
Height: 138.3 mm Width: 67.1 mm Depth: 7.1 mm Weight: 138 grams |
Height: 147.7 mm Width: 68.7 mm Depth: 8.5 mm Weight: 163 grams |
| Rear camera | 12 MP | 12 MP + 12 MP |
| Front camera | 7 MP | 8 MP |
| Video recording |
4K video recording at 25 fps or 30 fps 1080p HD video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps |
4K video recording at 30 fps or 60fps |
| Processor | A10 Fusion chip |
Octa-core Exynos 9810 |
| Battery | Up to 13 hours video playback | 3000 mAh |
| Storage |
32 GB 128 GB |
64 GB |
| Splash, water and dust resistant | Rated IP67 (maximum depth of 1 metre up to 30 minutes) under IEC standard 60529 | Yes |
| Buy now | iPhone 7 | Buy the Galaxy S9 |