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iPhone 18 Pro vs Sony Xperia XA1 Plus: Which One Should You Buy?

iPhone 18 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 88.5/100 — 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
Sony

Sony Xperia XA1 Plus

Sony Xperia XA1 Plus
89/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

iPhone 18 Pro wins 4 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 18 Pro
iPhone 18 Pro
4 wins
Sony Xperia XA1 Plus
Sony Xperia XA1 Plus
0 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplay
iPhone 18 ProSony Xperia XA1 Plus
Category winners

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

  • Speedfrom specsiPhone 18 Pro
    97
    39
  • Camerafrom specsiPhone 18 Pro
    80
    32
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieiPhone 18 Pro
    76
    60
  • Batteryfrom specsiPhone 18 Pro
    43
    14
  • Displayfrom specsTie
    88
    88
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • iPhone 18 Pro has the bigger battery4,288 mAh vs 3,430 mAh
  • Sony Xperia XA1 Plus has a sharper main camera50 MP vs 48 MP
  • iPhone 18 Pro has the bigger screen6.3" vs 5.5"
  • iPhone 18 Pro has a sharper selfie camera18 MP vs 16 MP
  • iPhone 18 Pro has more RAM12 GB vs 4 GB
  • iPhone 18 Pro has the faster chipApple A20 Pro (2 nm) vs MT6757 Helio P20
  • 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
  • ✓Bigger 4,288 mAh battery (+858 mAh)
  • ✓48 MP main camera
  • ✓6.3" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Sony Xperia XA1 Plus
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓5.5" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 18 ProSony Xperia XA1 Plus
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeLTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby VisionNot listed
Screen Size6.3"5.5"
Resolution & Density1206 x 2622 pixels (19.5:9 ratio) (460 ppi)N/A
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🏆 iPhone 18 Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A20 Pro (2 nm) (2nm)MT6757 Helio P20
CPU CoresHexa-core (2x High Performance + 4x Efficiency)Not listed
GPU GraphicsApple GPU (7-core graphics)Not listed
Operating SystemiOS 27Android 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12GB LPDDR5X4 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB32 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)50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor
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)16 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🏆 iPhone 18 Pro Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,288 mAh3,430 mAh
Wired Fast Charging45W wired fast chargingN/A
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

iPhone 18 Pro wins — BeastScore 88.5/100

The iPhone 18 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (4,288 mAh vs 3,430 mAh) and bigger screen (6.3" vs 5.5"). The Sony Xperia XA1 Plus is worth a look if you prefer its sharper main camera (50 MP vs 48 MP).

Buy iPhone 18 Pro if you want

Larger battery: 4,288 mAh vs 3,430 mAh · Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)

Buy Sony Xperia XA1 Plus if you want

Reliable all-round performance.

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 18 Pro or Sony Xperia XA1 Plus?

The iPhone 18 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (4,288 mAh vs 3,430 mAh) and bigger screen (6.3" vs 5.5"). The Sony Xperia XA1 Plus is worth a look if you prefer its sharper main camera (50 MP vs 48 MP). BeastScore: iPhone 18 Pro 88.5/100, Sony Xperia XA1 Plus 89.0/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 18 Pro and Sony Xperia XA1 Plus?

iPhone 18 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 4288 mAh battery. Sony Xperia XA1 Plus has a 5.5-inch display and 3430 mAh battery.

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