Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads
by 11 points on overall. The category breakdown below shows where the gap comes from.
iPhone 18 Pro leads overall versus Galaxy S26 FE. Performance: 98.7 vs 78.4.
Scoring profile: balanced
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera.
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Best for users who prioritize software.
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Spec table
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Display Size
Key differenceResolution
Key differencePeak Brightness
Key differencePixel Density
Key differenceDisplay Protection
Key differenceRefresh Rate
Panel Type
HDR Support
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26 FE |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Samsung Galaxy S26 FE leads | 6.3" | 6.7"Better |
Resolution Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads | 1206 x 2622Better | 1080 x 2340 |
Refresh Rate Close match | 120Hz | 120Hz |
Peak Brightness Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads | 3000 nitsBetter | 1900 nits |
Pixel Density Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads | 458 ppiBetter | 385 ppi |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
HDR Support Close match | Yes | Yes |
Display Protection Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads | Ceramic Shield 2 | Anti-reflective coatingBetter | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
RAM
Key differenceGeekbench (Single)
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceStorage
Key differenceStorage Type
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceRAM Type
CPU Clock
CPU Cores
CPU Cluster Speeds
AnTuTu Score
GPU
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26 FE |
|---|---|---|
RAM Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads | 12GBBetter | 8GB |
RAM Type Close match | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |
CPU Clock Different | 4.93GHz | 3.3GHz |
CPU Cores Different | 6 | 10 |
CPU Cluster Speeds Different | 2x4.93GHz | 1x3.3GHz + 2x2.74GHz + 5x2.36GHz + 2x1.8GHz |
AnTuTu Score Different | 3402829 | 2535201 |
Geekbench (Single) Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads | 4735Better | 2300 |
Geekbench (Multi) Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads | 12800Better | 8035 |
Storage Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads | 2048GBBetter | 512GB |
Storage Type Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads | NVMeBetter | UFS 4.0 |
Chipset Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads | Apple A20 Pro (2 nm)Better | Exynos 2500 (3 nm) |
GPU Different | Apple GPU (7-core graphics) | Xclipse 950 |
Rear Camera
Key differenceRear Camera (All Lenses)
Key differenceRear Sensor Size
Key differenceRear Aperture
Key differenceOptical Zoom
Key differenceMax Video Resolution
Key differenceFront Camera
Key differenceFront Aperture
Key differenceFront Video Resolution
Key differenceDigital Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Front Sensor
Camera Features
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26 FE |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Samsung Galaxy S26 FE leads | 48MP | 50MPBetter |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads | 48MP + 48MP + 48MPBetter | 50MP + 12MP + 8MP |
Rear Sensor Size Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads | 1/1.28Better | 1/1.56 |
Rear Aperture Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads | f/1.5Better | f/1.8 |
Optical Zoom Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads | 4xBetter | 3x |
Digital Zoom Different | 40x | 30x |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Samsung Galaxy S26 FE leads | 4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 120fps), ProRes, ProRes RAW (up to 120fps), Apple Log 2, 3D (spatial) video/audio, stereo sound rec. | 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, HDR10+Better |
Front Camera Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads | 18MPBetter | 12MP |
Front Sensor Different | 18MP Center Stage camera (square sensor) | 12MP 1/3.2" front camera |
Front Aperture Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads | f/1.9Better | f/2.2 |
Front Video Resolution Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EISBetter | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps; gyro-EIS, HDR10+ |
Camera Features Different | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama), Cinematic from regular video | LED flash, HDR, panorama, Best Face |
iPhone 18 Pro is the better choice overall. Key differences: iPhone 18 Pro scores higher for camera (84.9 vs 74.5). iPhone 18 Pro lasts longer on a charge (about 10.9h vs 9.6h of estimated screen-on time). However, Galaxy S26 FE has a larger display.
iPhone 18 Pro scores higher overall than Galaxy S26 FE once each category is weighted. Chipset: Apple A20 Pro (2 nm) vs Exynos 2500 (3 nm) That makes iPhone 18 Pro the safer all-round pick, though Galaxy S26 FE may lead in specific areas.
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera. iPhone 18 Pro excels in processing power and multitasking.
Best for users who prioritize software. Galaxy S26 FE offers strong performance in these areas.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Apple iPhone 18 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 335,720 | ≈ Rs 195,997 |
| PTA | Rs 525,000 | Rs 250,000 |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Apple iPhone 18 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26 FE can be tough. This comparison breaks down performance, camera, battery, and listed pricing so you can decide faster.
We focus on practical differences that impact daily use, not just spec sheet noise.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro scores higher overall once each category is weighted, making it the safer all‑round pick.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro is the better choice overall, winning in 5 key categories.
The top differences are: Display Size (Samsung Galaxy S26 FE advantage), Resolution (Apple iPhone 18 Pro advantage), Peak Brightness (Apple iPhone 18 Pro advantage), Pixel Density (Apple iPhone 18 Pro advantage), Display Protection (Apple iPhone 18 Pro advantage).
Apple iPhone 18 Pro has the stronger camera setup for photos and video.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro offers better battery endurance for heavy use.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro: non-PTA approximately Rs 335,720; PTA Rs 525,000. Samsung Galaxy S26 FE: non-PTA approximately Rs 195,997; PTA Rs 250,000. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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