Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S24+
The iPhone 16 Pro is the cheaper one to own: around £778 over a typical contract, £120 less than the S24+.
11 reviews 4.2
12 reviews
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy S24+
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| Expert Rating | 4.2 11 reviews |
4.2 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.3" | 6.7" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1206 x 2622 | 1440 x 3088 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 458 | 509 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 3,582 mAh | 4,900 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android |
| 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/6e/7 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm | 158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm |
| Weight | 199 grams | 196 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | Not rated |
| Contracts |
£29.50/mo
£20.00 upfront |
£71.50/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £569.99 | £349.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24+ cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is cheaper on contract at £778.00 over the life of the deal from £29.50 per month with £20.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24+?
The Samsung Galaxy S24+ has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 16 Pro's 6.3", the Samsung Galaxy S24+ has the sharper display at 509 pixels per inch versus 458, and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S24+ has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24+?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S24+ 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+?
The Samsung Galaxy S24+ is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £349.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S24+?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy S24+ comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S24+ use?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is powered by the Apple A18 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy S24+ uses the Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24+?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy S24+ is lighter but the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is more compact. It's 3g lighter at 196 grams, though the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm, the Samsung Galaxy S24+ is slimmer at 7.7mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24+?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy S24+ is rated Not rated.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S24+ run?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy S24+ runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.