Apple256 GB
iPhone 18 Pro
6.3″ · 120 Hz
256 GB · Burgundy · UK model A3714 · nano-SIM + eSIM · MJRR4QN/ARelease: 18 Sept 2026Full product profile
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Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 28 Sept 2026Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
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WHO EACH ONE SUITS
Choose the iPhone 18 Pro if…
- you want a lighter phone: 211 g vs 232 g Source: Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want a longer claimed video playback: up to 34 vs 30 hours (manufacturer claims) Source: Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want a higher-resolution front camera: 18 vs 12 MP Source: Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want a narrower body: 71.9 vs 79 mm Source: Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
Choose the Galaxy S24 Ultra if…
- you want longer dedicated telephoto reach: 5× vs 4× Source: Samsung UK Galaxy S24 Ultra technical specifications — SM-S928BZVGEUB (opens in a new tab)
- you want the larger 6.8″ screen Source: Samsung UK Galaxy S24 Ultra technical specifications — SM-S928BZVGEUB (opens in a new tab)
Samsung256 GB
Galaxy S24 Ultra
6.8″ · Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 120 Hz · Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy
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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE
Visual facts
Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.
How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
- Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
- “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
- Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
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Chipset
A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.
Galaxy S24 Ultra
0.5″ larger diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- iPhone 18 Pro
- 6.3″
- Galaxy S24 Ultra
- 6.8″
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?
Full specifications ↓Key differences
15 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 4 are also drawn in Visual facts above. 1 manufacturer description restating separately listed fields is grouped below. Missing information stays separate.
Chipset
In Visual factsiPhone 18 ProApple A20 Pro · 6 CPU cores · 7 GPU cores · dual 16-core Neural Engine
Galaxy S24 UltraSnapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 Ultra
Octa-core CPU (3.39 GHz, 3.1 GHz, 2.9 GHz and 2.2 GHz). Named in Samsung UK's Galaxy S24 Ultra product listing.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 Ultra technical specifications — SM-S928BZVGEUBDifferent hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
Claimed video playback
In Visual factsiPhone 18 Pro34 hours
Galaxy S24 Ultra30 hours
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Apple UK local-video claim; not a mixed-use endurance test.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specificationsGalaxy S24 Ultra
Video Playback Time (Hours, Wireless); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 Ultra technical specifications — SM-S928BZVGEUBManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Camera system
iPhone 18 Pro48 MP main with f/1.48, f/1.8, f/2.8 and f/4 apertures (OIS); Telephoto: 48 MP, 4x optical (OIS); Ultra-wide: 48 MP; Front: 18 MP; Video: up to 4K 120 fps
Galaxy S24 UltraRear: 200 MP + 50 MP + 12 MP + 10 MP; Front: 12 MP; Video: up to 8K 30 fps
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 Ultra
Video recording resolution: UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) at 30 fps.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 Ultra technical specifications — SM-S928BZVGEUBVariable aperture provides physical control over light and depth of field. A fixed aperture does not offer those settings; photo quality still needs independent testing.
Display specification
iPhone 18 Pro6.3-inch OLED; 2622 × 1206; up to 120 Hz; 3000 nits peak (outdoor)
Galaxy S24 Ultra6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X; 3120 × 1440; up to 120 Hz
Sources
Galaxy S24 Ultra
Measured as a full rectangle: 172.5 mm (6.8-inch); 172.2 mm (6.8-inch) with rounded corners. Resolution class: Quad HD+.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 Ultra technical specifications — SM-S928BZVGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Wireless connectivity
iPhone 18 ProWi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Thread
Galaxy S24 UltraWi-Fi 7 (2.4, 5 and 6 GHz); Bluetooth 5.3
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 Ultra
Samsung lists Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be 2.4GHz+5GHz+6GHz, EHT320, MIMO, 4096-QAM and Bluetooth v5.3.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 Ultra technical specifications — SM-S928BZVGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Update policy
iPhone 18 ProNo fixed update period published; launched with iOS 27
Galaxy S24 UltraSecurity updates until 31 January 2031
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple announces iPhone 18 Pro
Galaxy S24 Ultra
This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 Ultra technical specifications — SM-S928BZVGEUBDistinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.
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Connections
iPhone 18 ProUSB-C · DisplayPort · USB 3 up to 10 Gb/s
Galaxy S24 UltraUSB Type-C; USB 3.2 Gen 1
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Battery and charging
iPhone 18 ProUp to 34 h video; fast wired charging (60 W adapter), 25 W wireless
Galaxy S24 Ultra5000 mAh
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Apple does not publish battery capacity in mAh. Up to 31 h streamed video; up to 50% in around 15 minutes with a separately sold 60 W-capable USB-C adapter supporting AVS; MagSafe and Qi2 up to 25 W. Apple UK claims, not independent tests.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specificationsGalaxy S24 Ultra
Typical capacity. Samsung claims up to 30 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 Ultra technical specifications — SM-S928BZVGEUBManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Front cameras
iPhone 18 Pro18 MP Center Stage · f/1.9 · autofocus
Galaxy S24 Ultra12.0 MP
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Native telephoto reach
iPhone 18 Pro4×
Galaxy S24 Ultra5×
Sources
Galaxy S24 Ultra
From the published "Rear Camera - Zoom" listing: "Optical Zoom 3x and 5x". The longest listed optical zoom is shown; optical-quality and digital zoom are excluded.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 Ultra technical specifications — SM-S928BZVGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Rear camera modules
iPhone 18 Pro3
Galaxy S24 Ultra4
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Counts the three physical rear camera modules; 2× and 8× crop modes are not extra cameras.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specificationsCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Screen size
iPhone 18 Pro6.3 in
Galaxy S24 Ultra6.8 in
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Nominal diagonal; actual viewable area is smaller.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specificationsGalaxy S24 Ultra
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 Ultra technical specifications — SM-S928BZVGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Height
iPhone 18 Pro150 mm
Galaxy S24 Ultra162.3 mm
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Weight
In Visual factsiPhone 18 Pro211 g
Galaxy S24 Ultra232 g
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Width
In Visual factsiPhone 18 Pro71.9 mm
Galaxy S24 Ultra79 mm
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Manufacturer wording of separate fields (1)
Combined manufacturer descriptions whose values are listed as separate differences. Kept here so every verified difference stays in one list.
Dimensions
iPhone 18 Pro150 × 71.9 × 8.75 mm (height × width × thickness)
Galaxy S24 Ultra162.3 x 79.0 x 8.6 mm (height × width × depth)
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Small physical differences (1)
Thickness
iPhone 18 Pro8.75 mm
Galaxy S24 Ultra8.6 mm
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Configuration & compatibility details (1)
Regional SIM / network configuration
iPhone 18 ProUK model A3714; nano-SIM + eSIM
Galaxy S24 UltraUK SM-S928BZVGEUB; 5G; dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs, nano-SIM + eSIM or 2 eSIMs)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Dual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM) with dual eSIM support; 5G (sub-6 GHz). Carrier services and eSIM support need confirming with your network.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specificationsGalaxy S24 Ultra
Samsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM; SIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM; 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD, 5G Sub6 SDL. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 Ultra technical specifications — SM-S928BZVGEUBThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
Missing or non-comparable evidence (89)
Main-camera aperture control
iPhone 18 ProVariable: f/1.48, f/1.8, f/2.8, f/4.0
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Four physical main-camera aperture settings; not a simulated portrait-blur score.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specificationsGalaxy S24 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear 4K recording maximum
iPhone 18 Pro120 fps
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
100 and 120 fps are Fusion Main only. Manufacturer recording-mode claim; not an independent quality or sustained-recording test.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specificationsGalaxy S24 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front 4K recording maximum
iPhone 18 Pro60 fps
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S24 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Main camera optical stabilisation
iPhone 18 ProYes
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Second-generation sensor-shift OIS on the 48 MP Fusion Main; the telephoto has its own 3D sensor-shift OIS.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specificationsGalaxy S24 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - OIS
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraYes
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - Auto Focus
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraYes
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Cinematic video at 4K Dolby Vision
iPhone 18 Pro60 fps
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Rear-camera Cinematic mode. Front-camera Cinematic mode is listed separately at up to 4K30.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specificationsGalaxy S24 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Typical battery capacity
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 Ultra5000 mAh
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S24 Ultra
Manufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 Ultra technical specifications — SM-S928BZVGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Time to 50% wired charge
iPhone 18 Pro15 minutes
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Apple claim with a separately sold 60 W-capable adapter supporting AVS.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specificationsGalaxy S24 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Built-in pro camera controls
iPhone 18 ProMain camera: aperture, shutter speed, white balance and histogram; front camera: shutter speed, white balance and histogram
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
The front camera is not described as having physical aperture control.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specificationsGalaxy S24 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Maximum digital zoom in video
iPhone 18 Pro24×
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Digital video zoom; not optical lens reach or a claim about image quality.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specificationsGalaxy S24 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 Ultra12 GB
Sources
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Expandable storage
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S24 Ultra
Samsung's specification does not state whether a memory card is supported.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 Ultra technical specifications — SM-S928BZVGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published support term
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S24 Ultra
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Launch operating system
iPhone 18 ProiOS 27
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple announces iPhone 18 Pro
Galaxy S24 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Apple Intelligence and Siri AI
iPhone 18 ProApple Intelligence; Siri AI beta in iOS 27
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Siri AI starts in English, with regional restrictions and usage limits for some cloud features.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specificationsGalaxy S24 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Audio Mix
iPhone 18 ProUpdated algorithms with music isolation
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Manufacturer-described functions; sound quality has not been independently measured.
Apple announces iPhone 18 ProGalaxy S24 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Biometric authentication
iPhone 18 ProFace ID
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Named cellular modem
iPhone 18 ProApple C2
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Explicitly listed for iPhone 18 Pro in the UK Mobile and Wireless section.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specificationsGalaxy S24 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Chip manufacturing process
iPhone 18 Pro2 nm
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Manufacturer-named process technology; the process name is not a measured transistor size or an efficiency score.
Apple announces iPhone 18 ProGalaxy S24 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cinematic effects after capture
iPhone 18 ProApply Cinematic effects after capture to video shot at up to 60 fps
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S24 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cover glass
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraCorning Gorilla Armor
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S24 Ultra
Samsung names Gorilla Armor for scratch resistance and reduced reflections without saying which surfaces it covers. Titanium applies to the frame only (excluding keys). No drop-proof guarantee is claimed.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 Ultra buy page (with S24 series comparison)Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Main display resolution
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 Ultra3120 x 1440 (Quad HD+)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dynamic Island
iPhone 18 ProRedesigned; up to three Live Activities at once
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Apple-announced interface feature; usability has not been independently tested.
Apple announces iPhone 18 ProGalaxy S24 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Headphone jack
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S24 Ultra
Samsung lists USB Type-C under Earjack and does not say whether there is also a separate 3.5 mm jack.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 Ultra technical specifications — SM-S928BZVGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM and storage configuration
iPhone 18 ProRAM not published; 256 GB storage
Galaxy S24 Ultra12 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
Sources
One source states less detail or a rounded figure. This is not a verified difference; check the exact configuration.
Optical-quality zoom
iPhone 18 Pro8×
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Manufacturer crop-mode claim; not a separate lens.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specificationsGalaxy S24 Ultra
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Panel technology
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraDynamic AMOLED 2X
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published outdoor peak
iPhone 18 Pro3000 nits
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Manufacturer claim, not an independent measurement.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specificationsGalaxy S24 Ultra
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Photographic Styles
iPhone 18 ProPhotographic Styles 3
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Available on the rear and front cameras.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specificationsGalaxy S24 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Pixel density
iPhone 18 Pro460 ppi
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 Ultra
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published professional camera workflows
iPhone 18 Pro4
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Versus counts four workflow types Apple lists: RAW stills, professional video codecs, log capture and external production timing. It is not an Apple score or a count of every camera feature.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specificationsGalaxy S24 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
2G GSM
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraGSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
3G UMTS
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraB1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
4G FDD LTE
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraB1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B13(700), B17(700), B18(800), B19(800), B20(800), B25(1900), B26(850), B28(700), B32(1500), B66(AWS-3)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
4G TDD LTE
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraB38(2600), B39(1900), B40(2300), B41(2500)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
5G FDD Sub6
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraN1(2100), N2(1900), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N12(700), N20(800), N25(1900), N26(850), N28(700), N66(AWS-3)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
5G SDL Sub6
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraN75(1500+)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
5G TDD Sub6
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraN38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Audio Playback Time (Hours, Wireless)
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraUp to 95
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Available Storage (GB)
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 Ultra229.0
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraAndroid Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth Version
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraBluetooth v5.3
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Colour Depth (Main Display)
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 Ultra16M
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Earjack
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraUSB Type-C
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Form Factor
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraTouchscreen Bar
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - F Number
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraF2.2
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - Resolution
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 Ultra12.0 MP
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Infra
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 Ultra2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD, 5G Sub6 SDL
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Internet Usage Time(LTE) (Hours)
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraUp to 27
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Internet Usage Time(Wi-Fi) (Hours)
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraUp to 28
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Location Technology
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraGPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
MHL
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraNo
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Mobile TV
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraNo
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
NFC
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraYes
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Number of SIM
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraDual-SIM
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
OS
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraAndroid
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
PC Sync.
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraSmart Switch (PC version)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - F Number (Multiple)
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraF1.7, F3.4, F2.2, F2.4
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - Flash
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraYes
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - Resolution (Multiple)
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 Ultra200.0 MP + 50.0 MP + 12.0 MP + 10.0 MP
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - Zoom
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraOptical Zoom 3x and 5x, Optical quality Zoom 2x and 10x (Enabled by Adaptive Pixel sensor), Digital Zoom up to 100x
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Removable
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraNo
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
S Pen Support
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraYes
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Samsung DeX Support
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraYes
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraAccelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SIM size
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraNano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SIM Slot Type
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraSIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Slow Motion
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 Ultra240fps @FHD, 120fps @UHD
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SmartThings Support
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraYes
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Stereo Support
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraYes
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
USB Interface
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraUSB Type-C
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
USB Version
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraUSB 3.2 Gen 1
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
UWB (Ultra-Wideband)
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraYes
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Video Playing Resolution
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraUHD 8K (7680 x 4320)@60fps
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Video Recording Resolution
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraUHD 8K (7680 x 4320)@30fps
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 Ultra802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be 2.4GHz+5GHz+6GHz, EHT320, MIMO, 4096-QAM
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi Direct
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraYes
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Apple Reference Image
iPhone 18 ProFusion Main camera
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Apple camera feature; image quality has not been independently tested.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specificationsGalaxy S24 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Reverse wireless charging
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S24 Ultra
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Smart focus tracking
iPhone 18 ProYes
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Apple camera feature; tracking reliability has not been independently tested.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specificationsGalaxy S24 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Claimed streamed video
iPhone 18 Pro31 hours
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy S24 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Thermal design
iPhone 18 ProA20 Pro die beside memory with direct attachment to a redesigned vapour chamber
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Apple claims three times the vapour-chamber surface area of iPhone 17 Pro. Sustained-performance gains require independent testing.
Apple announces iPhone 18 ProGalaxy S24 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Time-lapse recording
iPhone 18 ProUp to 4K Dolby Vision with stabilisation
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
The published time-lapse mode is separate from ordinary video and slow motion.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specificationsGalaxy S24 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Claimed typical-use battery life
iPhone 18 Pro23 hours
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Apple typical-use claim; distinct from local or streamed video playback and not a cross-brand endurance test.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specificationsGalaxy S24 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
US specification difference
iPhone 18 ProUS model is eSIM only (dual eSIM) and adds 5G mmWave (bands n258, n260, n261); Apple lists 36 h local video and 33 h streamed video for it.
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
US figures are shown for reference only and are not used for the UK model.
Apple US iPhone 18 Pro technical specificationsGalaxy S24 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
8K video recording
iPhone 18 ProNot verified
Galaxy S24 UltraYes
Sources
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless charging
iPhone 18 ProYes
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 Ultra
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
MagSafe / Qi2 charging
iPhone 18 Pro25 W
Galaxy S24 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro
Compatible charger and adapter required.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specificationsGalaxy S24 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
6 shared fields have the same recorded value.
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Full specifications
All specs118 specificationsiPhone 18 ProGalaxy S24 Ultra
iPhone 18 ProGalaxy S24 UltraDimensionsDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
150 × 71.9 × 8.75 mm (height × width × thickness)
162.3 x 79.0 x 8.6 mm (height × width × depth)
ColourDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro, 256 GB, Burgundy
Galaxy S24 UltraSamsung UK current phone configurations and part numbers
Burgundy
Titanium Violet
Thermal design
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple announces iPhone 18 Pro
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
A20 Pro die beside memory with direct attachment to a redesigned vapour chamberApple claims three times the vapour-chamber surface area of iPhone 17 Pro. Sustained-performance gains require independent testing.
Not verified
Form Factor
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Touchscreen Bar
Screen sizeDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
6.3″
Nominal diagonal; actual viewable area is smaller.
6.8″
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
3000 nitsPublished outdoor peak · Manufacturer claim, not an independent measurement.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Pixel density
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
460 ppi
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Maximum refresh rate
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
120Hz
Adaptive ProMotion; refresh depends on content.
120Hz
Display specificationDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
6.3-inch OLED; 2622 × 1206; up to 120 Hz; 3000 nits peak (outdoor)460 ppi; ProMotion adaptive refresh.
6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X; 3120 × 1440; up to 120 HzMeasured as a full rectangle: 172.5 mm (6.8-inch); 172.2 mm (6.8-inch) with rounded corners. Resolution class: Quad HD+.
Dynamic Island
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple announces iPhone 18 Pro
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
Redesigned; up to three Live Activities at onceApple-announced interface feature; usability has not been independently tested.
Not verified
Main display resolution
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
3120 x 1440 (Quad HD+)
Colour Depth (Main Display)
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
16M
Native telephoto reachDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
4×
Dedicated 100 mm equivalent telephoto.
5×
From the published "Rear Camera - Zoom" listing: "Optical Zoom 3x and 5x". The longest listed optical zoom is shown; optical-quality and digital zoom are excluded.
Rear camera modulesDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
3
Counts the three physical rear camera modules; 2× and 8× crop modes are not extra cameras.
4
8K video recording
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Not verified8K recording is not mentioned.
Yes
Camera systemDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
48 MP main with f/1.48, f/1.8, f/2.8 and f/4 apertures (OIS); Telephoto: 48 MP, 4x optical (OIS); Ultra-wide: 48 MP; Front: 18 MP; Video: up to 4K 120 fps
Rear: 200 MP + 50 MP + 12 MP + 10 MP; Front: 12 MP; Video: up to 8K 30 fpsVideo recording resolution: UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) at 30 fps.
Optical-quality zoom
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
8×Manufacturer crop-mode claim; not a separate lens.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Front cameraDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
18 MP Center Stage · f/1.9 · autofocus
12.0 MP
Published professional camera workflows
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
4Versus counts four workflow types Apple lists: RAW stills, professional video codecs, log capture and external production timing. It is not an Apple score or a count of every camera feature.
Not verified
Main-camera aperture control
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
Variable: f/1.48, f/1.8, f/2.8, f/4.0Four physical main-camera aperture settings; not a simulated portrait-blur score.
Not verified
Rear Cinematic video at 4K Dolby Vision
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
60 fpsRear-camera Cinematic mode. Front-camera Cinematic mode is listed separately at up to 4K30.
Not verified
Maximum digital zoom in video
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
24×Digital video zoom; not optical lens reach or a claim about image quality.
Not verified
Photographic Styles
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
Photographic Styles 3Available on the rear and front cameras.
Not verified
Smart focus tracking
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
YesApple camera feature; tracking reliability has not been independently tested.
Not verified
Built-in pro camera controls
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
Main camera: aperture, shutter speed, white balance and histogram; front camera: shutter speed, white balance and histogramThe front camera is not described as having physical aperture control.
Not verified
Apple Reference Image
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
Fusion Main cameraApple camera feature; image quality has not been independently tested.
Not verified
Time-lapse recording
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
Up to 4K Dolby Vision with stabilisationThe published time-lapse mode is separate from ordinary video and slow motion.
Not verified
Cinematic effects after capture
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple announces iPhone 18 Pro
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
Apply Cinematic effects after capture to video shot at up to 60 fpsApple-announced editing feature.
Not verified
Audio Mix
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple announces iPhone 18 Pro
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
Updated algorithms with music isolationManufacturer-described functions; sound quality has not been independently measured.
Not verified
Main camera optical stabilisation
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
YesSecond-generation sensor-shift OIS on the 48 MP Fusion Main; the telephoto has its own 3D sensor-shift OIS.
Not verified
Rear 4K recording maximum
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
120 fps100 and 120 fps are Fusion Main only. Manufacturer recording-mode claim; not an independent quality or sustained-recording test.
Not verified
Front 4K recording maximum
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
60 fpsFront 18 MP Center Stage camera only.
Not verified
Rear Camera - Resolution (Multiple)
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
200.0 MP + 50.0 MP + 12.0 MP + 10.0 MP
Rear Camera - F Number (Multiple)
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
F1.7, F3.4, F2.2, F2.4
Rear Camera - Zoom
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Optical Zoom 3x and 5x, Optical quality Zoom 2x and 10x (Enabled by Adaptive Pixel sensor), Digital Zoom up to 100x
Front Camera - Resolution
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
12.0 MP
Front Camera - F Number
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
F2.2
Rear Camera - Flash
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Rear Camera - Auto Focus
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Rear Camera - OIS
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.Differs
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
34 hours
Apple UK local-video claim; not a mixed-use endurance test.
30 hours
Video Playback Time (Hours, Wireless); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
Wireless charging
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
Yes
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Battery and chargingDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Up to 34 h video; fast wired charging (60 W adapter), 25 W wirelessApple does not publish battery capacity in mAh. Up to 31 h streamed video; up to 50% in around 15 minutes with a separately sold 60 W-capable USB-C adapter supporting AVS; MagSafe and Qi2 up to 25 W. Apple UK claims, not independent tests.
5000 mAhTypical capacity. Samsung claims up to 30 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use.
Claimed streamed video
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
31 hoursApple UK claim.
Not verified
Time to 50% wired charge
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
15 minutesApple claim with a separately sold 60 W-capable adapter supporting AVS.
Not verified
MagSafe / Qi2 charging
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
25 WCompatible charger and adapter required.
Not verified
Claimed typical-use battery life
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
23 hoursApple typical-use claim; distinct from local or streamed video playback and not a cross-brand endurance test.
Not verified
Typical battery capacity
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
5000 mAhManufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
Audio Playback Time (Hours, Wireless)
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Up to 95
Update policyDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple announces iPhone 18 Pro
No fixed update period published; launched with iOS 27
Security updates until 31 January 2031This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
Launch operating system
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple announces iPhone 18 Pro
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
iOS 27
Not verified
Apple Intelligence and Siri AI
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
Apple Intelligence; Siri AI beta in iOS 27Siri AI starts in English, with regional restrictions and usage limits for some cloud features.
Not verified
S Pen Support
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Stereo Support
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Samsung DeX Support
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Android Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)
SmartThings Support
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Chipset / published CPUDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Apple A20 Pro · 6 CPU cores · 7 GPU cores · dual 16-core Neural Engine
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for GalaxyOcta-core CPU (3.39 GHz, 3.1 GHz, 2.9 GHz and 2.2 GHz). Named in Samsung UK's Galaxy S24 Ultra product listing.
RAM and storage configurationDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro, 256 GB, Burgundy
RAM not published; 256 GB storageApple does not publish RAM capacity.
12 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
Regional SIM / network configurationConfiguration
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
UK model A3714; nano-SIM + eSIMDual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM) with dual eSIM support; 5G (sub-6 GHz). Carrier services and eSIM support need confirming with your network.
UK SM-S928BZVGEUB; 5G; dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs, nano-SIM + eSIM or 2 eSIMs)Samsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM; SIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM; 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD, 5G Sub6 SDL. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
Storage
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro, 256 GB, Burgundy
256 GB
256 GBThis listing is the 256 GB UK configuration (SM-S928BZVGEUB). Samsung UK also lists a 512 GB Galaxy S24 Ultra (SM-S928BZVHEUB), so a storage difference against another listing reflects the configurations compared, not a limit of the model.
RAM
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Not verifiedNot published by Apple.
12 GB
Ingress protection
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
IP68Apple controlled test: 6 metres for 30 minutes; resistance is not permanent.
IP68Samsung laboratory claim: submersion in up to 1.5 metres of fresh water for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent and may diminish with wear.
USB connectionDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
USB-C · DisplayPort · USB 3 up to 10 Gb/s
USB Type-C; USB 3.2 Gen 1
Wireless connectivityDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Thread
Wi-Fi 7 (2.4, 5 and 6 GHz); Bluetooth 5.3Samsung lists Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be 2.4GHz+5GHz+6GHz, EHT320, MIMO, 4096-QAM and Bluetooth v5.3.
Biometric authentication
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
Face ID
Not verified
Announced
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple announces iPhone 18 Pro
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
2026-09-09
Not verified
Pre-orders open
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple announces iPhone 18 Pro
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
2026-09-12
Not verified
Announced availability
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple announces iPhone 18 Pro
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
2026-09-18
Not verified
Manufacturer UK reference price
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro, 256 GB, Burgundy
Galaxy S24 UltraSamsung UK current phone configurations and part numbers
£1,199Announced 256 GB configuration price; not a current retailer offer.
Not verifiedThe manufacturer's UK store did not list a price for this configuration.
US specification difference
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple US iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
US model is eSIM only (dual eSIM) and adds 5G mmWave (bands n258, n260, n261); Apple lists 36 h local video and 33 h streamed video for it.US figures are shown for reference only and are not used for the UK model.
Not verified
Named cellular modem
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specifications
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
Apple C2Explicitly listed for iPhone 18 Pro in the UK Mobile and Wireless section.
Not verified
Chip manufacturing process
Sources
iPhone 18 ProApple announces iPhone 18 Pro
Galaxy S24 UltraNo source recorded
2 nmManufacturer-named process technology; the process name is not a measured transistor size or an efficiency score.
Not verified
Panel technology
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Video Recording Resolution
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
UHD 8K (7680 x 4320)@30fps
Slow Motion
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
240fps @FHD, 120fps @UHD
Available Storage (GB)
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
229.0
Number of SIM
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Dual-SIM
SIM size
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM
SIM Slot Type
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
SIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM
Infra
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD, 5G Sub6 SDL
2G GSM
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
3G UMTS
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
4G FDD LTE
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B13(700), B17(700), B18(800), B19(800), B20(800), B25(1900), B26(850), B28(700), B32(1500), B66(AWS-3)
4G TDD LTE
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
B38(2600), B39(1900), B40(2300), B41(2500)
5G FDD Sub6
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
N1(2100), N2(1900), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N12(700), N20(800), N25(1900), N26(850), N28(700), N66(AWS-3)
5G TDD Sub6
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
N38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)
5G SDL Sub6
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
N75(1500+)
USB Interface
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
USB Type-C
USB Version
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Location Technology
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Earjack
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
USB Type-C
MHL
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Wi-Fi
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be 2.4GHz+5GHz+6GHz, EHT320, MIMO, 4096-QAM
Wi-Fi Direct
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Bluetooth Version
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Bluetooth v5.3
NFC
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
UWB (Ultra-Wideband)
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
PC Sync.
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Smart Switch (PC version)
OS
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Android
Sensors
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Accelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor
Internet Usage Time(LTE) (Hours)
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Up to 27
Internet Usage Time(Wi-Fi) (Hours)
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Up to 28
Removable
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Video Playing Resolution
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
UHD 8K (7680 x 4320)@60fps
Mobile TV
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Cover glass
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verified
Corning Gorilla ArmorSamsung names Gorilla Armor for scratch resistance and reduced reflections without saying which surfaces it covers. Titanium applies to the frame only (excluding keys). No drop-proof guarantee is claimed.
Show unverified (4)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Published support term
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Reverse wireless charging
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
3.5 mm headphone jack
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedSamsung lists USB Type-C under Earjack and does not say whether there is also a separate 3.5 mm jack.
Memory card support
Sources
iPhone 18 ProNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedSamsung's specification does not state whether a memory card is supported.
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How we calculate scoresApple iPhone 18 Pro
256 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight211 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Width71.9 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Thickness8.75 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Display size6.3 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Nominal diagonal; actual viewable area is smaller.
ApplePeak brightness3,000 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer claim, not an independent measurement.
AppleClaimed video playback34 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Apple UK local-video claim; not a mixed-use endurance test.
AppleClaimed charging rate3.33% per minuteCalculated from sources · low confidence
Apple claim with a separately sold 60 W-capable adapter supporting AVS. 50 divided by 15 minutes; not a sustained charging rate.
ApplePublished total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Apple controlled test: 6 metres for 30 minutes; resistance is not permanent.
ApplePixel density460 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence
Adaptive ProMotion; refresh depends on content.
AppleNative telephoto reach4×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Dedicated 100 mm equivalent telephoto.
AppleClaimed optical-quality reach8×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer crop-mode claim; not a separate lens.
AppleRear camera modules3Calculated from sources · medium confidence
Counts the three physical rear camera modules; 2× and 8× crop modes are not extra cameras.
AppleManufacturer list price£1,199.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceApple
All sources4
- Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro technical specificationsApple · accessed 11 Sept 2026
- Apple US iPhone 18 Pro technical specificationsApple · accessed 11 Sept 2026
- Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro, 256 GB, BurgundyApple · accessed 11 Sept 2026
- Apple announces iPhone 18 ProApple · accessed 11 Sept 2026
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
256 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight232 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Width79 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Thickness8.6 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Display size6.8 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
SamsungPeak brightnessNot verified
Not published
Claimed video playback30 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Video Playback Time (Hours, Wireless); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
SamsungClaimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Samsung laboratory claim: submersion in up to 1.5 metres of fresh water for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent and may diminish with wear.
SamsungRAM12 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Pixel densityNot verified
Not published
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Native telephoto reachNot verified
Not published
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modules4Manufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
8K recordingYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources4
- Samsung UK Galaxy S24 Ultra technical specifications — SM-S928BZVGEUBSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK Galaxy S24 Ultra product pageSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK current phone configurations and part numbersSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK Galaxy S24 Ultra buy page (with S24 series comparison)Samsung · accessed 23 Sept 2026
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