s26 vs iPhone 17 ( urgent )

Hi guys, need a quick suggestion.

I’m planning on buying a brand-new smartphone. Using my student discount, the Galaxy S26 12GB/256GB costs ₹73,000 (~$764), while the iPhone 17 256GB costs around ₹76,000–₹80,000 (~$795–$837).

For this price, which one do you think is more worth it?

I’m coming from a Nothing Phone (2), which I can sell for approximately ₹13,000 (~$136).

Would love to hear your opinions on which one would be the better upgrade and better value overall.