Apple
iPhone 16 Pro
Phones
$999List price
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iPhone 16 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
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Samsung
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Phones
$1,299List price
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Your starting point
Buy the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra.
- Leads 8 of 11 rankable overall specs; iPhone 16 Pro takes 3.
- Size: 6.8 inches vs 6.3 inches
How we reached this
We compare the published specifications relevant to your priority. Each rankable specification counts once; your selected requirements can rule a product out. This is a guide to the numbers, not a laboratory performance score.
RAM: 12 GB vs 8 GB
iPhone 16 Pro is $300 cheaper. Pay the difference only if size matters to you.
The trade-off to know
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra: Larger and heavier than iPhone 16 Pro
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What would rule one out?
Side by side
The differences, in detail.
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| What you’re comparing | iPhone 16 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| WeightBody | 199 g | 232 g |
| SizeDisplay | 6.3 inches | 6.8 inches |
| ChipsetPlatform | Apple A18 Pro (3 nm) | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy (4 nm) |
| RAMMemory | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| Max optical zoomRear camera | 5x optical (25x digital) | 5x optical (10x lossless / 100x digital) |
Showing 5 of 48 specifications. Missing values stay unlisted. About the sources
Both sides of the decision
What you gain. What you give up.
iPhone 16 Pro
Reasons to choose it
- A18 Pro performance and video
- Lighter, smaller Pro body
- Camera Control and Apple Intelligence
Worth considering
- Slower wired charging than Android flagships
- No fingerprint sensor
- Only 5x optical zoom
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Reasons to choose it
- S Pen built in
- 200MP main + 5x periscope telephoto
- 7 years of OS and security updates
Worth considering
- Larger and heavier than iPhone 16 Pro
- No charger in the box
- Flat 6.8-inch body is harder one-handed
Beyond the spec sheet
Living with your choice.
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What three years could cost
iPhone 16 Pro
3-Year Estimated Total$1,028
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
3-Year Estimated Total$1,334
Pocket, Palm & Desk Usability Check
One-handed reachability, pocket weight, and table wobble when typing without a case.
One-Handed Palm Reach
Apple
6.3" display with 71.5mm slim bezels (manageable one-handed)
Samsung
6.8" display with 79.0mm wide squared edges (stretches palms)
Desk Typing Table Wobble
Apple
Large triangular stove-top camera island wobbles on table tap
Samsung
Individual camera lens rings cause corner wobble on flat tables
Pocket Weight & Heft
Apple
199g (balanced titanium heft)
Samsung
232g (substantial titanium brick)
Everyday ownership notes
Documented ergonomic quirks, hardware annoyances, and maintenance realities reported by real owners.
Apple: What to watch for
- Ergonomics
Camera Control button placement feels awkward in portrait orientation.
Samsung: What to watch for
- Ergonomics
Sharp 90-degree squared corners dig aggressively into palms.
- Hardware Quirk
Anti-reflective Gorilla Armor glass smudges easily with skin oils.
Know what’s behind the comparison
Published specs. Visible sources.
Clinchmark compares manufacturer specifications and other published information. We have not independently lab-tested these products. Editorial assessments and unknown values are identified in the specification details.
Catalog snapshot: September 1, 2026. Prices, availability, and provider terms can change.
Still weighing it up?
Which is cheaper, the iPhone 16 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
iPhone 16 Pro costs $300 less at list price.
What is the biggest catch with the iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
iPhone 16 Pro has this deal-breaker: no stylus. No pen input for handwritten notes or markup.
Which is better for photos, the iPhone 16 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
For photos, buy the iPhone 16 Pro. Leads 2 of 3 rankable photos specs; Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra takes 1. Ultrawide: 48 MP, f/2.2, 13 mm, 120° vs 12 MP, f/2.2, 13 mm, 120°
What cannot be compared from spec sheets?
Of the 48 specs tracked here, 37 are descriptive and cannot be ranked on numbers alone. Spec sheets also cannot measure subjective factors like build quality, real-world performance, or comfort.