Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs Apple iPhone Air 2
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Apple iPhone Air 2 (2027) runs on the Apple A20 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 81/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone Air 2 is thinner (5.2mm vs 8.8mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Apple iPhone Air 2
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 60W vs 20W
- Better camera (97/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Apple iPhone Air 2 better?
- Better portability (100/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs the Apple iPhone Air 2, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro scores 3 points higher (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads (97/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 97/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air 2 (97/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air 2 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (100/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro | Apple iPhone Air 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Apple A20 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 3434654 | 3434654 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4772 | 4772 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12989 | 12989 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | |
| Resolution | 1206x2622 | 1260x2736 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4288 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 60W | 20W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 172 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 18 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | iOS 27.x | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | 156.2×74.7×5.2 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | — | |
| Launch price | $1199 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Apple iPhone Air 2
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1206x2622
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone Air 2
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1260x2736
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 4288 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Apple iPhone Air 2
- —
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro and Apple iPhone Air 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
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Apple iPhone Air 2
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 97/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air 2 (97/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air 2 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (100/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Apple iPhone Air 2?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro edges out the Apple iPhone Air 2 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Apple iPhone Air 2?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Apple iPhone Air 2 — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Apple iPhone Air 2?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads on camera score (97/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro over the Apple iPhone Air 2?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Apple iPhone Air 2 is a better fit for gamers and power users.