Are Apple phones better than Samsung?
Are Apple phones better than Samsung? That’s a question most phone buyers are asking these days thanks to the recent flagship models launched by these two smartphone giants. Apple has launched the iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S plus, whereas the Samsung has launched the Samsung Note 5, Samsung 6 Edge plus. If you are stuck between Apple or Samsung dilemma, let’s figure out which way you should go.
Design and hardware – Apple has always been revolutionary in terms of design, right from the Macintosh days. The metallic 
design of iPhones looks classy. The new rose gold color looks very attractive as well. Samsung has always played a catch-up role in terms of design in its early years, but off late it is creating lots of head turn with great looking smartphones. Samsung flagship models such as Note 5 and S6 Edge Plus come in a metal body with S6 Edge Plus featuring a curved screen. Between the current flagships of the two brands, it would be a difficult task to pick a winner as both look good in their own way. Finally, it would boil down to personal preference in this department.
In terms of hardware under the hood, Samsung does have an edge over Apple. The processing power, battery capacity and the screen resolution is much more superior in Samsung flagship phones.
Software – In terms of software, Apple iOS is much more refined and gives a better user experience. With the addition of 3d touch, Apple has improved the user experience further. Clearly, Apple iPhones score in terms of software.
Value vs. Luxury – Despite offering a premium product, Samsung flagship phones offer better value over Apple iPhones. Samsung offers better specs at a relatively lower price. Many people associate Apple phones with luxury, and that is the kind of brand perception Apple has built over the years. Clearly, both brands invoke different perceptions, and both have takers in the marketplace.
Conclusion – Both Apple and Samsung flagship phones are exceptional and winners in their own way. Both companies have taken a different approach to creating brilliant products. So getting back to our question again, are Apple phones better than Samsung? The answer to that depends on individual choices, and what matters more to a customer. We reckon that you won’t go wrong with either one, and both will give you great user experience.
