Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $999 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 73/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 has the bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 3582); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 1,782,199); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro has the stronger camera (157 vs 146); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 2880
- Faster charging: 27W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better camera (86/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 8300
- Bigger battery: 4000 vs 3582 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 199g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $999
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 85/100)
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 24/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 1 points higher (74/100 vs 73/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro — 56/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 S26 and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a bit better (86/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (31/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (89/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8300 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3582 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | 146 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.3 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 3582 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro by 37.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Samsung Galaxy S26 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a bit better (86/100 vs 77/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (31/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (89/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 edges out the Apple iPhone 16 Pro by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads on camera score (86/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.