iPhone 18 Pro vs OnePlus Pad Pro: Which One Should You Buy?

OnePlus Pad Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 90.1/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple · 2026

iPhone 18 Pro

iPhone 18 Pro
89/ 100
Launch price$1,299
OnePlus

OnePlus Pad Pro

OnePlus Pad Pro
90/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

OnePlus Pad Pro wins 3 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 18 Pro
iPhone 18 Pro
1 win
OnePlus Pad Pro
OnePlus Pad Pro
3 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayValue
iPhone 18 ProOnePlus Pad Pro
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedTie
    95
    95
  • CameraiPhone 18 Pro
    92
    80
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryOnePlus Pad Pro
    80
    95
  • DisplayOnePlus Pad Pro
    92
    94
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueOnePlus Pad Pro
    62
    85
Key differences
  • OnePlus Pad Pro has the bigger battery9,510 mAh vs 4,288 mAh
  • OnePlus Pad Pro has the bigger screen12.1" vs 6.3"
  • OnePlus Pad Pro has more RAM16 GB vs 12 GB
  • iPhone 18 Pro has the faster chipApple A20 Pro (2 nm) vs Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
  • iPhone 18 Pro can text for help by satelliteYes vs No
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy iPhone 18 Pro
  • ✓48 MP main camera
  • ✓6.3" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy OnePlus Pad Pro
  • ✓Bigger 9,510 mAh battery (+5,222 mAh)
  • ✓12.1" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 18 ProOnePlus Pad Pro
1. Display & Screen🏆 OnePlus Pad Pro Wins Display
Screen typeLTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby VisionAMOLED
Screen Size6.3"12.1"
Resolution & Density1206 x 2622 pixels (19.5:9 ratio) (460 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz
Brightness1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)N/A
Screen ProtectionCeramic Shield 2, Anti-reflective coating, Always-On displayNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A20 Pro (2 nm) (2nm)Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
CPU CoresHexa-core (2x High Performance + 4x Efficiency)Not listed
GPU GraphicsApple GPU (7-core graphics)Not listed
Operating SystemiOS 27Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12GB LPDDR5X16 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB512 GB
Storage SpeedNVMe fast flashNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iPhone 18 Pro Wins Camera
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.5, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, OIS, Dual pixel PDAF, Sensor-shift OIS (gen 2)undefined MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom48 MP (4x optical zoom), f/2.8, 100mm (periscope telephoto), OISNone (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide)N/A
LiDAR / DepthTOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth sensing & night portrait)None
5. Video
Main Camera Video
4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps1080p@240fps10-bit HDRDolby Vision HDR (up to 120fps)ProRes RAWApple Log 2Spatial 3D video & stereo sound
Not listed
Front Video
4K@24/25/30/60fps1080p@120fpsgyro-EISDolby Vision HDR
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens18 MP, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide multi-aspect)undefined MP
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm (5.91 x 2.83 x 0.35 in)N/A
Weight211 g (7.44 oz)N/A
Build MaterialsGlass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, aluminum/glass backNot listed
SIM TypeNano-SIM + eSIM + dual eSIM supportNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 min)Not listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 OnePlus Pad Pro Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,288 mAh9,510 mAh
Wired Fast Charging45W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless Charging25W wireless chargingNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers (Spatial Audio)Not listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band, hotspot)Not listed
BluetoothBluetooth 6.0, A2DP, LENot listed
USB Port & SpeedUSB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 (up to 10Gbps), DisplayPort video outNot listed
NFCYes (Apple Pay Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsFace ID, LiDAR scanner, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometerNot listed
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS, Messages and Find My via satelliteNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsBlack, Silver, Glacier, BurgundyNot listed
Launch Price$1,299Price on request
Our verdict

OnePlus Pad Pro wins — BeastScore 90.1/100

The OnePlus Pad Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (9,510 mAh vs 4,288 mAh) and bigger screen (12.1" vs 6.3"). The iPhone 18 Pro is worth a look if you prefer its faster chip (Apple A20 Pro (2 nm) vs Snapdragon 8 Gen 3).

Buy iPhone 18 Pro if you want

Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)

Buy OnePlus Pad Pro if you want

Larger battery: 9,510 mAh vs 4,288 mAh · Larger display: 12.1" vs 6.3"

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 18 Pro or OnePlus Pad Pro?

The OnePlus Pad Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (9,510 mAh vs 4,288 mAh) and bigger screen (12.1" vs 6.3"). The iPhone 18 Pro is worth a look if you prefer its faster chip (Apple A20 Pro (2 nm) vs Snapdragon 8 Gen 3). BeastScore: iPhone 18 Pro 88.5/100, OnePlus Pad Pro 90.1/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 18 Pro and OnePlus Pad Pro?

iPhone 18 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 4288 mAh battery. OnePlus Pad Pro has a 12.1-inch display and 9510 mAh battery.

How do iPhone 18 Pro and OnePlus Pad Pro compare for speed?

iPhone 18 Pro scores 95/100 for performance; OnePlus Pad Pro scores 95/100.

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