Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
Our Verdict: The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 13 Pro came out within months of each other, so age isn't a factor here. The S22 Ultra 5G has a far higher-resolution main camera, 108MP against the iPhone 13 Pro's 12MP, plus a 40MP selfie camera against 12MP, and the S22 Ultra 5G has the bigger battery of the two, 5000mAh against 3095mAh, though iOS and Android manage power differently, so more mAh doesn't always mean longer battery life. The S22 Ultra 5G has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.8" against 6.1" and sharper at 500 PPI, and the iPhone 13 Pro goes up to 1TB of storage, where the S22 Ultra 5G tops out at 512GB. The S22 Ultra 5G doesn't just win on price; it holds its own on specs too, which makes it the easy pick unless something specific draws you to the iPhone 13 Pro.
Buying outright, the S22 Ultra 5G starts at £250 SIM-free.
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Apple iPhone 13 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
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| Expert Rating | 4.4 11 reviews |
4.6 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.1" | 6.8" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2532 x 1170 | 1440 x 3080 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 457 | 500 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 108 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 40 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic | Exynos 2200 |
| Battery | 3,095 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android 12 |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e- SIM | Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.2, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm | 163.3 x 77.9 x 8.9 mm |
| Weight | 204 grams | 228 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - | - |
| SIM-free | £269.00 | £249.99 |
| Prices updated 17 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Apple iPhone 13 Pro's 6.1", the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has the sharper display at 500 pixels per inch versus 457, and the Apple iPhone 13 Pro uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has a AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has a 108 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £249.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra use?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra uses the Exynos 2200.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 24g lighter at 204 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm, and is slimmer at 7.7mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra run?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra runs Android 12. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.