iPhone 17 Air vs Android Flagships: Which Phone Gives More Value in 2025?
Apple iPhone 17 Air arrives in India, but Android phones like Galaxy S24 Ultra, OnePlus 13, and Pixel 10 Pro offer superior specs and features.
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Apple’s latest iPhone 17 Air has officially entered the Indian market, with prices starting at Rs1,19,900 for the 256GB model and reaching Rs1,59,900 for the 1TB variant. The phone introduces a thinner design and benefits from Apple’s ecosystem, but it features a single 48MP rear camera, a choice that has left some premium buyers questioning its versatility.
This pricing and camera configuration have opened the door for Android rivals, which offer larger batteries, multiple camera setups, and faster charging options at similar or lower price points. Here are some notable alternatives:
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra – Retailing at around Rs80,499 for the 256GB model, this device boasts a 200MP main camera with telephoto, ultrawide, and periscope lenses. It also includes an S-Pen, a larger battery, and the Snapdragon Elite processor.
OnePlus 13 – Priced at approximately Rs76,999 for the 16GB RAM and 512GB storage version, it comes with a triple 50MP Hasselblad-tuned camera setup, a 6000mAh battery, and 100W fast charging. This combination offers a strong value proposition against the slimmer iPhone 17 Air.
Google Pixel 10 Pro – With a price tag of Rs1,02,990, the Pixel 10 Pro targets photography enthusiasts through a triple-lens system enhanced by Google’s AI-powered computational photography. The device promises seven years of software updates, providing longevity for users.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge – Available at Rs1,04,999 for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant, the S25 Edge runs on Android 15 with a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor at 4.47GHz. It features a slim 5.8mm titanium design, a 200MP AI-enhanced camera system, Samsung Knox security, Galaxy AI capabilities, and a battery built for all-day use.
Vivo X200 Pro 5G – Operating on Funtouch OS 15 with Android 15, this device is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 processor, 16GB RAM, and 512GB storage. Its camera system includes a 50MP main Sony LYT-818 sensor, a 200MP HP9 telephoto lens with 3.7× optical zoom, and a 50MP ultrawide sensor. The 6000mAh semi-solid battery supports 90W fast charging, with the 16GB/512GB variant priced at Rs94,999.
