Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A73
The Verdict
iPhone 15 Pro dominates in processing power, display quality, and camera versatility with its A17 Pro chip, 2000-nit Super Retina XDR screen, and superior 3x telephoto capabilities. Galaxy A73 counters with a larger 6.7-inch display, significantly bigger 5000mAh battery for extended endurance, and a higher megapixel main sensor at 108MP. Performance-wise, the A17 Pro handily outpaces Snapdragon 778G for gaming and demanding apps. iPhone's USB-C 3.2, 15W MagSafe, and titanium construction justify premium pricing for professionals. However, Galaxy A73's $500 price point and exceptional battery life appeal to budget-conscious users prioritizing longevity over cutting-edge performance. For most users seeking flagship experience, iPhone 15 Pro's ecosystem integration and optimization make it worth the investment.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPhone 15 Pro if…
- →Lightweight titanium design
- →Powerful A17 Pro chip
- →USB-C with USB 3 speeds
Buy the Samsung Galaxy A73 if…
- →108 MP main sensor at mid-range price
- →Large 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display
- →IP67 water resistance
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
Pros
- Lightweight titanium design
- Powerful A17 Pro chip
- USB-C with USB 3 speeds
- Customizable Action button
- Compact but feature-packed
Cons
- Only 3x telephoto vs Pro Max's 5x
- Battery life trails Pro Max
- Slow charging speeds
- Some early thermal issues
Samsung Galaxy A73
Pros
- 108 MP main sensor at mid-range price
- Large 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display
- IP67 water resistance
- 5000 mAh battery with great endurance
- Snapdragon 778G delivers solid performance
Cons
- Plastic build feels cheap for $499
- No wireless charging
- Slow 25W charging
- 5 MP macro and depth cameras are fillers
- Not widely available in all markets
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 15 Pro | Samsung Galaxy A73 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 17 | Android 12, One UI 4.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 187 g | 181 g |
| Material | Titanium frame | Plastic frame, Gorilla Glass 5 |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP67 |
| Dimensions | 146.6 x 70.6 x 8.25 mm | 163.7 x 76.1 x 7.6 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 48 MP | 108 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@60fps Dolby Vision | 4K@30fps |
| Telephoto | 12 MP 3x | — |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Depth | — | 5 MP, f/2.4 |
| Macro | — | 5 MP, f/2.4 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 6 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 3274 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 20W wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W MagSafe | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED, LTPO | Super AMOLED Plus |
| Resolution | 2556 x 1179 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2000 | 800 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (6-core) | Adreno 642L |
| Chipset | Apple A17 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.0 |
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