Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The S26+ is the cheaper one to own: around £864 over a typical contract, £60 less than the iPhone 16 Pro.
11 reviews 3.9
10 reviews
Prices updated 16 July 2026
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy S26+
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| 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 | 1440 x 3120 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 458 | 513 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 3,582 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/6e/7 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm | 158.4 x 75.8 x 7.3 mm |
| Weight | 199 grams | 190 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP 68 |
| Contracts |
£37.29/mo
£29.00 upfront |
£12.00/mo
£565.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £589.99 | £799.00 |
| Prices updated 16 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S26+ cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is cheaper on contract at £864.40 over the life of the deal from £12.00 per month with £565.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 16 Pro's 6.3", the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the sharper display at 513 pixels per inch versus 458, and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro features a 48 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 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £589.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26+ use?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is powered by the Apple A18 Pro, 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 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S26+?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is lighter but the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is more compact. It's 9g lighter at 190 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 S26+ is slimmer at 7.3mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is rated IP 68.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26+ run?
The Apple iPhone 16 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.