iPhone 13 Versus Galaxy S22 Phone Models

The battle of the century has been going on for a long time between cell phone giants Apple and Samsung. With the latest models out now, the big question on everyone’s mind is which is better, iPhone 13 versus Galaxy S22?

At first glance, both the iPhone 13 and Galaxy S22 look very similar from the front. They both offer high-definition OLED displays and a sleek, flat design that feels good in the hand. The only variance from the back is the camera lens configuration. Galaxy has opted for a three horizontal lens design, whereas Apple uses two lenses diagonally.

The Galaxy S22 is marginally larger than the iPhone, although the screen size is identical. The resolution is slightly higher on the iPhone (2532 x 1170 pixels (460 pixels per inch)) than on the Galaxy S22 (2340 x 1080 pixels (425 pixels per inch)).

Samsung offers the Galaxy S22 in three flavors: S22, S22+, and the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra. Apple offers the iPhone 13 in three primary models as well: iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 Pro Max.

Samsung wins the first battle by offering a higher refresh rate than Apple and adding a telephoto lens to the S22, which is lacking on the iPhone 13. The S22 is brighter than the iPhone 13 and displays a higher color spectrum. The higher refresh rate means smoother animations and a better streaming experience. The S22 wins the display contest, hands down.

Although Samsung one-ups Apple with an extra camera lens, comparison tests show that the iPhone 13’s cameras produce better images overall than the Samsung Galaxy S22. Still, time will tell how users feel about that.

Everyone likes options, and both Apple and Samsung offer a plethora of color choices for both models. The Samsung Galaxy S22 comes in a wide array of colors like Phantom Black, Phantom White, Pink Gold, and Green. The Apple iPhone 13 comes in Midnight, Starlight, Green, White, Pink, and Red.

S22 users will enjoy the built-in Google Pay feature for contactless payments, and iPhone users will tap into Apple Pay to pay with their phones.

Both phones offer similar video capabilities, Bluetooth options, and water resistance. Galaxy uses both the fingerprint sensor and facial recognition for biometrics, but the iPhone has shifted solely to FaceID.

Samsung added Gorilla glass and Super Armour aluminum to the S22 models to strengthen their durability. Apple uses Ceramic Shield glass and aluminum on the sides to protect against scratches and dents.

Although Apple has diminished the “notch” at the top by 20%, some users still complain about this feature. Samsung has the advantage here by using a small circle camera at the top without a visible border. It’s a much cleaner design and is preferred by most consumers.

Apple has infused the iPhone 13 with its A15 Bionic chip making it lightning fast. Samsung outfits the S22 with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip which keeps pace with Apple’s bionic. Both perform amazingly well in head-to-head speed tests.

In terms of battery life, Apple wins the race. Apple boosted the iPhone’s battery life even more with version 13, but Samsung chose to decrease the battery capacity in the S22 (3,700 mAh), causing it to drain faster than the iPhone. However, the Samsung does charge slightly faster, but you won’t have to charge as often with iPhone.

Both the iPhone 13 and Samsung Galaxy S22 with 128MG of storage are priced the same at $800. However, Apple rarely discounts its products, but you can probably find the Galaxy S22 on sale with some of the larger wireless carriers during the promotion period.

The Galaxy S22 operates on the Android ecosystem, which has its own advantages and disadvantages. The iPhone, of course, uses iOS for its ecosystem. Which is better is really a personal preference. Apple tightly integrates its operating system with the hardware and software, so there is a smoothness there that is hard to beat. They also offer six years of free updates with every iPhone.

Samsung has improved its software support and now provides four years of updates and security patches. Each offers a vast marketplace of apps. Apple relies on its App Store, and Android taps into the Google Play Store for free and paid add-ons.

Even with Gorilla Glass and Ceramic Shield on the front and aluminum on the sides, phones get dropped and damaged. Here is where the warranty for each phone really matters.

The Apple iPhone 13 comes with a limited warranty covering one year of standard use. Apple offers customers the ability to upgrade with additional coverage through AppleCare+, but the price is quite high. The Galaxy S22’s limited warranty is very similar to Apple’s and covers one year for repair or replacement of factory defective parts. Unfortunately, these manufacturer warranties leave phones unprotected.

To enjoy peace of mind knowing your smartphone is protected against spills, cracks, drops, accidents, and electronic failure, consider Upsie’s Smartphone Subscription Warranties. Upsie’s coverage costs less than the manufacturer’s extended warranties, ensuring that customers get the best protection for the best price. In addition, Upsie offers 24-7 live claims support and locally certified repair technicians.

The bottom line is regardless of whether you choose to purchase the iPhone 13 or the Galaxy S22, you should ensure it’s covered from top to bottom against any damage or defects for as long as you own it. For the best protection, purchase an Upsie warranty today.