Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S24
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro (2023) runs on the Apple A17 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400; launch prices were $999 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro leads — 70/100 vs 62/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S24 has the bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 3274); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S24 is faster in AnTuTu (2,292,685 vs 1,467,470); the Samsung Galaxy S24 is noticeably lighter (167g vs 187g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S24
What makes Apple iPhone 15 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2969 vs 2115
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7599 vs 6826
- Better camera (83/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S24 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2292685 vs 1467470
- Bigger battery: 4000 vs 3274 mAh
- Faster charging: 25W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 167g vs 187g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $999
- Higher performance (81/100 vs 80/100)
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 20/100)
- Better portability (82/100 vs 64/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S24, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro scores 8 points higher (70/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro leads (83/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 leads (31/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 15 Pro — 50/100, Samsung Galaxy S24 — 38/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S24 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (83/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 is a bit better (31/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro (82/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S24 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A17 Pro | Samsung Exynos 2400 | |
| AnTuTu | 1467470 | 2292685 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2969 | 2115 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7599 | 6826 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.2" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3274 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 154 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | Android 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.6×70.6×8.3 mm | 158.5×75.9×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 167 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S24
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S24
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
- 3274 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S24
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S24, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S24 leads Apple iPhone 15 Pro by 36.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Samsung Galaxy S24 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S24 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (83/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 is a bit better (31/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro (82/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy S24 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Samsung Galaxy S24 — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro leads on camera score (83/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy S24 is a better fit for gamers and power users.