Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S24 FE

Our Verdict: For Apple iPhone 16 Pro versus Samsung Galaxy S24 FE, the recommendation depends mostly on what you want from the hardware. The iPhone is ahead for portability, with a sharper 458 PPI display, its LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel, and a lighter 199g body; the Samsung is the better match for a larger 6.7-inch screen, its Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel, and a larger 4,700 mAh battery. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Software may decide it too: the iPhone keeps you in Apple's iOS ecosystem, while the Samsung is the Android choice. The iPhone is the better fit for portability, while the Samsung is the one to consider for display quality.

Over a full contract, the S24 FE works out around £698 all-in, about £80 less than the iPhone 16 Pro.

Expert Rating
4.2
11 reviews
3.9
10 reviews
Screen
6.3" 6.7"
Display
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1206 x 2622 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
458 385
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A18 Pro Exynos 2400e (4 nm)
Battery
3,582 mAh 4,700 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Apple iOS Android
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/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.2, A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm 162 x 77.3 x 8 mm
Weight
199 grams 213 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£29.50/mo (£20.00 upfront) £54.83/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£569.99 £249.00
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Apple iPhone 16 Pro Samsung Galaxy S24 FE Samsung Galaxy S24 FE
Expert Rating 4.2
11 reviews
3.9
10 reviews
Screen 6.3" 6.7"
Display LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1206 x 2622 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 458 385
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A18 Pro Exynos 2400e (4 nm)
Battery 3,582 mAh 4,700 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 128GB, 256GB
OS Apple iOS Android
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/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm 162 x 77.3 x 8 mm
Weight 199 grams 213 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £29.50/mo
£20.00 upfront
£54.83/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free £569.99 £249.00
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Apple iPhone 16 Pro

24 Months

128GB

Desert Titanium

Refurbished

1GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£29.50 per month, £20 upfront.

Samsung Galaxy S24 FE
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE

12 Months

128GB

Blue

Refurbished

5GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£54.83 per month, £30 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is cheaper on contract at £697.96 over the life of the deal from £54.83 per month with £30.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 16 Pro's 6.3", the Apple iPhone 16 Pro has the sharper display at 458 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE 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 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £249.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S24 FE use?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is powered by the Apple A18 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE uses the Exynos 2400e (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 14g lighter at 199 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm, the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is slimmer at 8mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S24 FE run?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.