Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
Our Verdict: The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is the newer of the two, a 2026 release against the Apple iPhone 13 Pro's 2021. The S26+ has the better camera on paper, 50MP versus 12MP, and the S26+ packs the bigger battery, 4900mAh against 3095mAh, but capacity doesn't compare cleanly across iOS and Android, so it isn't a battery-life verdict on its own. The S26+ has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.7" against 6.1" and sharper at 513 PPI, and the iPhone 13 Pro goes up to 1TB of storage, where the S26+ tops out at 512GB. The S26+ is the one to have if you want what it adds, but the iPhone 13 Pro is the smarter buy if you'd rather keep the money.
Buying outright, the iPhone 13 Pro starts at £275 SIM-free.
11 reviews 3.9
10 reviews
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy S26+
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| Expert Rating | 4.4 11 reviews |
3.9 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.1" | 6.7" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2532 x 1170 | 1440 x 3120 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 457 | 513 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 3,095 mAh | 4,900 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android 16 |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e- SIM | nano-SIM and e-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/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm | 158.4 x 75.8 x 7.3 mm |
| Weight | 204 grams | 190 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP 68 |
| Contracts | - |
£32.79/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £274.99 | £799.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 13 Pro's 6.1", the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the sharper display at 513 pixels per inch versus 457, and the Apple iPhone 13 Pro uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a 50 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 S26+?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £274.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26+ use?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ uses the Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S26+?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is lighter but the Apple iPhone 13 Pro is more compact. It's 14g lighter at 190 grams, though the Apple iPhone 13 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is slimmer at 7.3mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is rated IP 68.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26+ run?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ runs Android 16. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.