Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs ASUS ROG Phone 9
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1199 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 71/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 has the bigger battery (5800 mAh vs 4288); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,434,654 vs 3,136,217); the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is noticeably lighter (211g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
ASUS ROG Phone 9
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3434654 vs 3136217
- Better Geekbench Single: 4733 vs 3100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12836 vs 9900
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 211g vs 227g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 92/100)
- Better camera (97/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (44/100 vs 33/100)
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 better?
- Bigger battery: 5800 vs 4288 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1199
- Longer battery life (67/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs the ASUS ROG Phone 9, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro scores 13 points higher (84/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads (97/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads (67/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro — 78/100, ASUS ROG Phone 9 — 52/100; 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 92/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (97/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (67/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a bit better (44/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro | ASUS ROG Phone 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3434654 | 3136217 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4733 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12836 | 9900 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1206x2622 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4288 mAh | 5800 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 172 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- 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
- 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
- 5800 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro and ASUS ROG Phone 9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads ASUS ROG Phone 9 by 9.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. ASUS ROG Phone 9 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a bit better (97/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (97/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (67/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a bit better (44/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the ASUS ROG Phone 9?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro is noticeably better than the ASUS ROG Phone 9 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the ASUS ROG Phone 9?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the ASUS ROG Phone 9?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads on camera score (97/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the ASUS ROG Phone 9?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads on performance (97/100 vs 92/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro over the ASUS ROG Phone 9?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a better fit for gamers and power users.