Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $1199 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads — 77/100 vs 68/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 4288); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 2,486,941).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 2486941
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 6511
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 211g vs 225g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (44/100 vs 34/100)
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE better?
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 4288 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $1199
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro scores 9 points higher (77/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads (97/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads (71/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE leads (66/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro — 64/100, ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE — 48/100; 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 Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a bit better (97/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE (71/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (66/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a bit better (44/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro | ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 2486941 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1206x2622 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4288 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 15 / ROG UI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1206x2622
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 4288 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro and ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE by 42.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a bit better (97/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE (71/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (66/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a bit better (44/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro edges out the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads on camera score (71/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads on performance (97/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro over the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE is a better fit for gamers and power users.