In summary
- Apple’s skinny phone to have Pro power
- Not quite as capable
- Galaxy S25 Edge didn’t compromise on performance
When it comes to performance in slim smartphones, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge sets a high standard that Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 Air may struggle to match.
The key lesson here is that cutting down on size shouldn’t mean compromising on performance, especially when customers are paying a premium price for the device.
Recent leaks from Fixed Focus Digital on Weibo suggest some interesting spec details about the iPhone 17 Air.
iPhone 17 Air rumours
According to the leaks, the iPhone 17 Air will be powered by the A19 Pro chip, similar to the iPhone 17 Pro, but with one less GPU core. This could be attributed to the absence of the rumored vapour chamber in the Pro model.
It is also mentioned that the screen and battery of the iPhone 17 Air may not be as advanced as the Pro model, which is expected in a slightly lower-tier device.
While the processor upgrade is a positive sign, previous rumors suggested that the iPhone 17 Air would be equipped with the same A19 chip as the regular model, which would have been disappointing given the anticipated high price tag.
iPhone 17 Air vs Galaxy S25 Edge
However, Apple still falls short of Samsung’s approach with the Galaxy S25 Edge. Despite its slim design, the Galaxy S25 Edge maintains top-notch performance with the same Snapdragon 8 Elite chip as the flagship Galaxy S25 Ultra.
Samsung’s commitment to performance without compromise is commendable and sets a high bar for competitors like Apple to match.
Ultimately, the success of the iPhone 17 Air will depend on whether Apple can deliver a slim device that doesn’t sacrifice performance or battery life.
While the differences in performance between the Pro and Air models may be negligible in real-world usage, the overall speed and efficiency of the iPhone 17 Air are expected to be impressive based on Apple’s track record with previous models.
