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iPhone 18 Pro vs Samsung W26: Which One Should You Buy?

Samsung W26 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 90.0/100 — 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
Samsung · 2025

Samsung W26

Samsung W26
90/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Samsung W26 wins overall; iPhone 18 Pro takes 4 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 18 Pro
iPhone 18 Pro
4 wins
Samsung W26
Samsung W26
0 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplay
iPhone 18 ProSamsung W26
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsTie
    97
    97
  • Camerafrom specsiPhone 18 Pro
    80
    72
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieiPhone 18 Pro
    76
    40
  • BatteryiPhone 18 Pro
    80
    52
  • DisplayiPhone 18 Pro
    92
    50
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • Samsung W26 has the bigger battery4,400 mAh vs 4,288 mAh
  • iPhone 18 Pro charges faster45W vs 25W
  • Samsung W26 has a sharper main camera200 MP vs 48 MP
  • Samsung W26 has the bigger screen6.49" vs 6.3"
  • iPhone 18 Pro is lighter211 g vs 215 g
  • iPhone 18 Pro has a sharper selfie camera18 MP vs 10 MP
  • Samsung W26 has more RAM16 GB vs 12 GB
  • iPhone 18 Pro has the faster chipApple A20 Pro (2 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy SM8750-AC
  • 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
  • ✓4 g lighter (211 g vs 215 g), easier to hold
  • ✓48 MP main camera
  • ✓6.3" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Samsung W26
  • ✓Bigger 4,400 mAh battery (+112 mAh)
  • ✓200 MP main camera
  • ✓6.49" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 18 ProSamsung W26
1. Display & Screen🏆 iPhone 18 Pro Wins Display
Screen typeLTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby VisionAM-OLED display
Screen Size6.3"6.49"
Resolution & Density1206 x 2622 pixels (19.5:9 ratio) (460 ppi)1080x2520 (423 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz
Brightness1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)2,600 nits peak
Screen ProtectionCeramic Shield 2, Anti-reflective coating, Always-On displayNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A20 Pro (2 nm) (2nm)Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy SM8750-AC (3nm)
CPU CoresHexa-core (2x High Performance + 4x Efficiency)Not listed
GPU GraphicsApple GPU (7-core graphics)Qualcomm Adreno 830
Operating SystemiOS 27Android 16
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12GB LPDDR5X16 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB512/1000 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)200 MP
Telephoto Zoom48 MP (4x optical zoom), f/2.8, 100mm (periscope telephoto), OIS10 MP (3x optical zoom)
Ultrawide Camera48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide)12 MP
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)10 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 iPhone 18 Pro Lightest Chassis
Dimensions150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm (5.91 x 2.83 x 0.35 in)158.4 x 72.8 x 8.9 mm
Weight211 g (7.44 oz)215 g
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🏆 iPhone 18 Pro Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,288 mAh4,400 mAh
Wired Fast Charging45W wired fast charging25W
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

Samsung W26 wins — BeastScore 90.0/100

The Samsung W26 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (4,400 mAh vs 4,288 mAh) and sharper main camera (200 MP vs 48 MP). The iPhone 18 Pro is worth a look if you prefer its faster charging (45W vs 25W).

Buy iPhone 18 Pro if you want

Faster wired charging: 45W vs 25W · Brighter screen: 3,000 nits vs 2,600 nits

Buy Samsung W26 if you want

Higher-resolution main camera: 200 MP vs 48 MP · More RAM: 16 GB vs 12 GB

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 18 Pro or Samsung W26?

The Samsung W26 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (4,400 mAh vs 4,288 mAh) and sharper main camera (200 MP vs 48 MP). The iPhone 18 Pro is worth a look if you prefer its faster charging (45W vs 25W). BeastScore: iPhone 18 Pro 88.5/100, Samsung W26 90.0/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 18 Pro and Samsung W26?

iPhone 18 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 4288 mAh battery. Samsung W26 has a 6.49-inch display and 4400 mAh battery.

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