Apple iPhone 14 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S22

Our verdict: Budget-conscious buyers should note the Samsung Galaxy S22 is £186.24 cheaper on contract than the Apple iPhone 14 Pro. Text and images look sharper on the Apple iPhone 14 Pro with its 461 PPI display. Photography fans should note the Samsung Galaxy S22 packs a 50MP main sensor. Video callers will appreciate the Apple iPhone 14 Pro and its 12MP front camera.

Expert Rating
4.4
20 reviews
4.3
10 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.1"
Display
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1179 x 2556 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
461 422
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) Exynos 2200
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Apple iOS Android
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM Triple 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/6
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.2, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
147.5 x 71.5 x 7.9 mm 46 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm
Weight
206 grams 167 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
£11.95/mo (£359.00 upfront) £12.99/mo (£99.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£299.99 £154.99
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Apple iPhone 14 Pro Samsung Galaxy S22 Samsung Galaxy S22
Expert Rating 4.4
20 reviews
4.3
10 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.1"
Display LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1179 x 2556 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 461 422
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) Exynos 2200
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 128GB, 256GB
OS Apple iOS Android
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM Triple 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/6
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.2, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 147.5 x 71.5 x 7.9 mm 46 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm
Weight 206 grams 167 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 £11.95/mo
£359.00 upfront
£12.99/mo
£99.00 upfront
SIM-free £299.99 £154.99
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 14 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S22 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S22 is cheaper on contract at £429.56 over the life of the deal from £12.99 per month with £99.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S22?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.1", the Apple iPhone 14 Pro has the sharper display at 461 pixels per inch versus 422, and the Apple iPhone 14 Pro uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S22 has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S22?

The Apple iPhone 14 Pro features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 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 14 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S22?

The Samsung Galaxy S22 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £154.99.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 14 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S22?

The Apple iPhone 14 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 14 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S22 use?

The Apple iPhone 14 Pro is powered by the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S22 uses the Exynos 2200.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S22?

The Samsung Galaxy S22 is the more portable of the two — it's 39g lighter at 167 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 46 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm, and is slimmer at 7.6mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S22?

The Apple iPhone 14 Pro is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Samsung Galaxy S22 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 14 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S22 run?

The Apple iPhone 14 Pro runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy S22 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.