Just like last year iPhone 16EApple’s latest announcement iPhone 17E positioned as an entry-level supplement to iPhone app.
Starting at $599, the 17E has a few upgrades over the 16E: double the base storage to 256GB, an upgraded A19 processor and MagSafe compatibility.
Watch this: The iPhone 17E Packs More Features for the Same Price of $599
Apple is not the only mobile company that offers entry-level handsets. Samsung and Google have their own budgets.
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (starting at $650 for 128GB) and Google’s brand new Pixel 10A (starts at $499 for 128GB). With attractive designs and solid features, all three handsets are compelling, affordable alternatives to their more expensive siblings.
Here’s how the iPhone 17E compares to the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE and the Google Pixel 10A.
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE.
Display and design
Apple’s Apple 17E has the smallest screen of the three with a 6.1-inch OLED display. Google’s Pixel 10A isn’t too big with its 6.3-inch screen. The 6.7-inch AMOLED on the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE makes it the largest.
The iPhone 17E also doesn’t score for its 60Hz refresh rate, especially compared to the 120Hz displays on the Pixel 10A and Galaxy S25 FE, which offer smooth scrolling and responsive gameplay. However, it will be less noticeable if you are coming from a non-Pro iPhone 16 or earlier.
If you’re looking for a smaller and lighter phone, however, the iPhone 17E has some beats. It weighs only 5.88 ounces (167 grams), lighter than the Pixel 10A by 6.5 ounces (183 grams) and lighter than the Galaxy S25 FE by 6.7 ounces (190 grams).
The iPhone 17E has a 6.1-inch display, which is smaller than both the Pixel 10A (6.3 inches) and the Galaxy S25 FE (6.7 inches).
Cameras
The iPhone 17E has only one 48-megapixel camera, compared to two on the base iPhone 17. Similar to the 16E, the 17E mitigates the lack of a second camera by using a crop sensor for 2x magnification.
Some entry-level phones do better on the camera front. The Pixel 10A has a 48-megapixel wide and a 13-megapixel ultrawide, while the Galaxy S25 FE has a 50-megapixel wide, 12-megapixel ultrawide and 8-megapixel 3x telephoto.
All three phones have the same front-facing cameras. The iPhone 17E has a 12-megapixel selfie shooter, the Pixel 10A has a 13-megapixel one and the Galaxy S25 FE has a 12-megapixel one.
A single 48-megapixel wide-angle camera is on the back of the iPhone 17E.
Price, storage, processor and battery
While the iPhone 16E has a base storage of 128GB, the iPhone 17E has double that with 256GB. The Pixel 10A starts at 128GB for $499, but its 256GB model has the same $599 price as the iPhone 17E. The base Samsung Galaxy S25 FE 128GB costs a whopping $650, while its 256GB version is priced at $710. That said, you may be able to find the S25 FE for sale at select dealers.
The iPhone 17E is powered by Apple’s latest A19 processor (quad-core instead of five-core in the base iPhone 17), while the Pixel 10A goes with Google’s Tensor G4 and the Galaxy S25 FE uses Samsung’s Exynos 2400.
The Pixel 10A’s two rear cameras are inside the hot island on the back of the phone.
The iPhone 17E has the smallest battery in the area, with a capacity of 4,005-mAh. The Pixel 10A, on the other hand, has a 5,100-mAh battery while the Galaxy S25 FE has a 4,900-mAh battery.
All three have some form of wireless charging. The iPhone 17E supports MagSafe and Qi2 charging up to 15W, while the Pixel 10A has 10W wireless charging. The Galaxy S25 FE also supports 15W wireless charging and is said to be Qi2 Ready, which means it doesn’t have Qi2 magnets, but you can use it with third-party magnetic cases.
Check out the chart below to continue comparing Apple’s iPhone 17E to Samsung’s Galaxy S25 FE and Google’s Pixel 10A.
Apple iPhone 17E vs. Samsung Galaxy S25 FE, Google Pixel 10A
| Apple iPhone 17E | Samsung Galaxy S25 FE | Google Pixel 10A | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display size, technology, resolution, refresh rate | 6.1-inch OLED display; 2,532×1,170 pixels; 60Hz refresh rate | 6.7-inch AMOLED, 2,340×1,080 pixels; 120Hz refresh rate | 6.3-inch POLED, 2,424×1,080 pixels, 60-120 Hz variable refresh rate |
| Pixel density | 460 pp | it’s 385pp | aw 422pp |
| Dimensions (inches) | 5.78×2.82×0.31 | 6.4x3x0.3 | 6.1×2.9×0.4 |
| Dimensions (mm) | 146.7×71.5×7.8 | 161.3×76.6×7.4 | 154.7×73.3×8.9 |
| Weight (grams, ounces) | 167g (5.88 oz.) | 190 g (6.7 oz) | 183 g (6.5 oz) |
| Mobile software | iOS 26 | Android 16 | Android 16 |
| Camera | 48-megapixel (width) | 50-megapixel (wide), 12-megapixel (ultrawide), 8-megapixel (3x telephoto) | 48-megapixel (wide), 13-megapixel (ultrawide) |
| Front facing camera | 12-megapixel | 12-megapixel | 13-megapixel |
| Video capture | 4K | 8K | 4K |
| The processor | Apple A19 | Samsung Exynos 2400 | Google Tensor G4 |
| RAM + storage | RAM unknown + 256GB, 512GB | 8GB + 128GB, 8GB + 256GB | 8GB + 128GB, 256GB |
| Expandable storage | Nothing | Nothing | Nothing |
| Battery | 4,005 mAh | 4,900 mAh | 5,100 mAh |
| Fingerprint sensor | Nothing, Face ID | Under the display | Under the display |
| Connector | USB-C | USB-C | USB-C |
| Headphone jack | Nothing | Nothing | Nothing |
| Special features | MagSafe, Qi2 charging (up to 15W), action button, Apple C1 5G modem, Apple Intelligence, Ceramic Shield, Emergency SOS, satellite connection, IP68 resistance | 1,900-nit peak brightness, 7 years of OS and security updates, 5G (mmWave), IP68 water and dust resistance, PowerShare wireless charging for other devices, 45W wired charging (charger not included), Galaxy AI, Wi-Fi 6E | 7 years of OS, security and Pixel drop feature, Gorilla Glass 3 cover glass, IP68 dust and water resistance, 3,000-nit high brightness, 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio, 30W fast charging with 45W charging adapter (charger not included), 10W Wi-Fi charging Wi-Fi NFC, Bluetooth 6, dual-SIM (nano SIM + eSIM), Camera Trainer, Add Me, Best Capture, Magic Eraser, Magic Editor, Image Transparency, Super Res Zoom, Search Circle; colors: lavender, berry, mist, obsidian (black) |
| US pricing starts at | $599 (256GB) | $650 (128GB), $710 (256GB) | $499 (128GB) |
