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Calculated Shard: 109 (from laksa139)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa109.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.pcmag.com/comparisons/apple-iphone-16-vs-samsung-galaxy-s24-the-best-flagship-phone\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.pcmag.com/comparisons/apple-iphone-16-vs-samsung-galaxy-s24-the-best-flagship-phone\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/comparisons\/apple-iphone-16-vs-samsung-galaxy-s24-the-best-flagship-phone","crawl_time":1773993897,"first_indexed_time":1726035050,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,pcmag!www,\/comparisons\/apple-iphone-16-vs-samsung-galaxy-s24-the-best-flagship-phone s443","src_root_hash":"15303950204440063509","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Apple iPhone 16 vs. Samsung Galaxy S24: Which Is the Best Flagship Phone? | PCMag","meta_descriptions":["Apple and Samsung are the biggest names in smartphones. We compare the iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 lineups to see which one comes out on top."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Apple iPhone 16\n4.5\nBottom Line\nThe iPhone 16 packs a lot of power with a brand-new processor built from the ground up to run Apple Intelligence, the company's big bet on AI.\nVS\nSamsung Galaxy S24\n4.0\nBottom Line\nThe Samsung Galaxy S24 line combines a fast processor, a bright display, sharp cameras, and helpful AI tools in three different sizes.\nTable of Contents\nThe Apple\niPhone 16\nlineup is finally here. Apple's latest smartphones pack a punch thanks to new silicon, tougher glass, and smarter software. The phones compete directly with Samsung's\nGalaxy S24\nfamily, some of the top Android phones available. We have yet to test Apple's latest devices, but the specs and marketing claims from Apple give us a good idea of what to expect. With that in mind, here's how the phones stack up on paper.\nPricing\nThe iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 lineups include seven phones. The entry-level iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 with 128GB of storage are both $799, while the most expensive models are the $1,599 iPhone 16 Pro Max and the $1,659 Galaxy S24 Ultra—both with 1TB of storage.\nHere are the starting prices for each phone:\nApple iPhone 16, $799; iPhone 16 Plus, $899; iPhone 16 Pro, $999; iPhone 16 Pro Max, $1,199\nSamsung\nGalaxy S24\n, $799;\nGalaxy S24+\n, $999;\nGalaxy S24 Ultra\n, $1,299\nAdding more storage increases the price of each device. In dollars and cents, the iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 series are relatively close, though Samsung charges the most for its 1TB model.\nWinner: Tie\nDesign: Which Grabs the Eye?\nApart from the boxy Galaxy S24 Ultra, every Galaxy S24 and iPhone 16 shares a similar and familiar rounded rectangle shape. Displays dominate the front of these phones with little bezel surrounding the screens, though Samsung's in-display front-facing camera is in a small, circular cavity while Apple embraces its pill-shaped Dynamic Island. Beyond the camera, the Dynamic Island also houses components that make Face ID possible. Samsung still uses an under-display fingerprint sensor as its most secure biometric option.\nLeft to right: Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra (Credit: Eric Zeman)\nThe two lineups differ more obviously from the rear. The iPhone 16 places its dual cameras within a vertical camera bump, while the iPhone 16 Pro features a squarish assembly for its triple-rear cameras. Meanwhile, Samsung's phones feature a flat back with circular camera rings lined up vertically on the top left. When it comes to overall looks, design is completely subjective.\nIn terms of sizing, the iPhone 16 measures 5.81 by 2.82 by 0.31 inches (HWD) and weighs 6.00 ounces. The 16 Pro is a little larger and much heavier, measuring 5.89 by 2.81 by 0.32 inches and 7.03 ounces. The Samsung Galaxy S24 is the smallest and lightest in its family, measuring 5.79 by 2.78 by 0.30 inches and 5.93 ounces.\niPhone 16 (Credit: Angela Moscaritolo)\nThe second-largest iPhone is the 16 Plus, which measures 6.33 by 3.06 by 0.31 inches and weighs 7.03 ounces. Samsung's medium-size S24+ is a bit smaller, measuring 6.24 by 2.99 by 0.30 inches and weighing 6.95 ounces. Note that the iPhone 16 Plus and iPhone 16 Pro share the same weight despite their size difference.\nThe largest iPhone 16, the Pro Max, is slightly taller, more narrow, and less thick at 6.42 by 3.06 by 0.32 inches than the Galaxy S24 Ultra (6.40 by 3.11 by 0.34 inches). Apple's offering is also lighter at 7.99 ounces versus the S24 Ultra's 8.22 ounces.\nRegarding toughness, every iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 is rated\nIP68,\nso they are virtually dust and waterproof. Apple's new Ceramic Shield glass covers the front and back of the iPhone 16 lineup, which the company says is 50% tougher than the first generation. Apple also says its newest glass is two times tougher than any smartphone glass. Corning\nGorilla Glass Victus 2\nprotects the Galaxy S24 and S24+, while the S24 Ultra uses Victus 2 on the rear and the tougher\nGorilla Armor\non the front.\nApple uses aluminum frames for the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus but employs titanium in the Pro line. Similarly, Samsung relies on Armor Aluminum for the S24 and S24+ and upgrades the S24 Ultra to titanium. The metals may be a draw, but if Apple's glass is as tough as it says, the iPhone 16 could be tougher than the S24 lineup.\nWinner: Tie\nControls: Does Either Stand Out?\nAll of this year's iPhones feature a customizable action button and a new, small touchpad called Camera Control, which is in addition to the standard power button and volume rocker. Camera Control is aptly named as it lets you control camera functions with a tap or slide. Some advanced features are slated for a future update.\niPhone 16 with Camera Control (Credit: Angela Moscaritolo)\nThe S24 Ultra is the only device in the S24 lineup that includes an S Pen stylus, which allows you to jot down notes. If dedicated buttons or a stylus garage excites you, you will have an easier time choosing a device.\nGalaxy S24 Ultra with S Pen (Credit: Iyaz Akhtar)\nThe iPhone 16, like the iPhone 15 before it, no longer supports physical SIM cards and must be activated with an\neSIM\n. However, the Galaxy S24 series supports both a physical SIM and eSIM. Typically, eSIM installations require a few taps of a screen, while a physical SIM requires a paper clip. Some find the latter more convenient than the former.\nWinner: Tie\nDisplay: Time to Nitpick\nAll seven phones have high-resolution, pixel-dense OLED displays for crisp, detailed pictures in vivid colors. Let's focus on the key differences. The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus use a panel with a\nfixed 60Hz\nrefresh rate and do not feature an always-on display. Always-on displays have been a feature of many Android devices for several years and are helpful for glanceable information like time and notifications.\nThe more expensive 16 Pro models have screens with variable refresh rates ranging from 1Hz to 120Hz (what Apple calls ProMotion), allowing for smoother animations and a power-efficient always-on display. Meanwhile, every Samsung Galaxy S24 model features adaptive refresh rates of 1Hz to 120Hz and an always-on display.\nApple's iPhone 16 lineup maxes out at 2,000 nits at its peak, while all the S24 phones reach a brighter 2,600 nits. These bright screens are capable of overcoming strong external light, which is great on a sunny day.\nBoth companies offer a variety of screen sizes, so there is a device to fit every hand. The Galaxy S24's 6.1-inch display is the smallest, while the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the largest at 6.9 inches. Please take a look at our charts for all the display details.\nSince every Galaxy S24 features a variable refresh rate and exceeds the iPhone 16 in brightness, Samsung gets the win here.\nWinner: Galaxy S24\nGet Our Best Stories!\nA Smart, Bold Take on the Wireless World\nThanks for signing up!\nYour subscription has been confirmed. Keep an eye on your inbox!\nSpeed: Turbo Thrusters or Super Chargers?\nWe have yet to benchmark the iPhone 16 series, but historically, Apple-made processors outperform the latest from Qualcomm. The entire Galaxy S24 line is powered by the same chip, the\nQualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3\nfor Galaxy. It handles the most demanding tasks easily, which makes for an excellent overall experience no matter which model you get.\nApple says its new chips are built for Apple Intelligence, and the successors to the A16 Bionic and A17 Pro are a huge leap forward. The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus use the Apple A18 processor, while the more powerful 16 Pro and Pro Max put the A18 Pro processor to work. Both offer improved CPU and GPU performance compared with the A16 Bionic and A17 Pro chips, which were already outstanding in their performance.\nApple A18 Pro (Credit: Apple)\nBenchmarks tell only so much of the story. In the real world, responsiveness and results are key. The newest iPhones are banking on Apple Intelligence to separate them from the pack, and how well they perform will impact perception. We've found that\nGalaxy AI\n, Samsung's suite of AI tools, provides useful productivity boosts and fun features that make the S24 enjoyable to use. If Apple Intelligence works like the demos, it could give Apple a leg up here over Samsung (and maybe even Google).\nOn the gaming front, Apple says the iPhone 16 is capable of running console-level games, while the Galaxy S24 series makes short work of even the most resource-intensive games.\nWinner: Apple (likely)\nCamera: Pros or Creators?\nApple and Samsung flagships produce excellent photographs thanks to their combination of high-end hardware and intelligent software. Additionally, both companies invested in AI image editing tools for improved final photos. Apple's new iPhones are all capable of capturing spatial photos and videos that are viewable on the\nApple Vision Pro\n.\nApple differs from Samsung in one crucial way when it comes to video. While Samsung caters to the social creator crowd, Apple touts the ability to use the iPhone as an honest-to-goodness professional video camera—particularly the iPhone 16 Pro. It is capable of shooting ProRes video at up to 4K resolution at 120 frames per second (fps) when using an external recording device. The Galaxy S24 series can also capture 4K120fps video, though its files are compressed. Additionally, the entire S24 lineup can capture 8K video, something not possible on any iPhone 16.\niPhone 16 (Credit: Angela Moscaritolo)\nHere is the camera hardware breakdown: The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus use the same rear dual-camera array. There is the 48MP f\/1.6 main shooter that Apple calls a Fusion camera since the same sensor can take 48MP images at 1x, 12MP images at 2x, or combined 24MP images that blend the detail of all 48MP with the light-capturing power of the 12MP binned sensor. The 12MP ultrawide camera features a 120-degree field of view for expansive landscapes and funky closeups, and supports macro shooting.\nThe Pro line also features a similar 48MP main shooter, though its aperture is at f\/1.78. It can produce 48MP or 24MP images, while the lens can also produce 12MP 2x telephoto pictures. The 48MP ultrawide offers a 120-degree field of view and full-resolution pictures. A dedicated 12MP 5x optical telephoto lens using Apple's\ntetraprism tech\nis in both iPhone 16 Pro models.\nLeft to right: Galaxy S24 Ultra, S24+, and S24 (Credit: Eric Zeman)\nThe Galaxy S24 and S24+ have identical rear camera arrays with a 50MP f\/1.8 main shooter, a 12MP f\/2.2 ultra-wide camera with a 120-degree field of view, and a 10MP f\/2.4 telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom. We will have to see how Apple's telephoto equivalent images compare to Samsung's in testing.\nThe S24 Ultra has the same ultra-wide and telephoto lenses as the other S24s but upgrades to a 200MP main camera and adds a second 50MP telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom.\nThe world of front-facing cameras is not as glamorous. All iPhone 16 phones use a 12MP f\/1.9 front-facing camera, while the S24 series uses a 12MP f\/2.2 selfie cam. Considering the amount of image processing done on these phones, it is difficult to make a judgment simply on specs without actual samples to look at.\nWinner: Too early to tell\nBattery Life: Which Outlasts the Other?\nWe have yet to put the iPhone 16 lineup through our battery tests, but last year, Apple claimed 16 hours of battery life for the iPhone 15, and that is what we found in testing. This year, Apple says the iPhone 16 will reach 18 hours of battery life, with the 16 Plus getting 24 hours, the 16 Pro reaching 22 hours, and the 16 Pro Max maxing out at 29 hours. Every iPhone 16 supports MagSafe wireless charging at up to 25W, Qi2 charging at up to 15W, and regular Qi charging at 7.5W. The company did not disclose battery size or wireless charging speed.\nThe Galaxy S24 has a 4,000mAh battery that charges at 25W wired. The S24+ has a 4,900mAh battery and the S24 Ultra has a 5,000mAh battery, both of which charge at a faster 45W wired. We found the S24 lasted 13 hours and 5 minutes in testing, and the S24+ and S24 Ultra endured 14 hours and 10 minutes. If Apple's claims are accurate, the new iPhones would surpass the Galaxy S24.\nWinner: Too early to tell\nSoftware Support: Five Years (Maybe) vs. Seven\nApple supports its iPhones with updates for at least several years, though it does not make specific claims. According to a UK\nfiling\n, the iPhone 15 is officially supported for a\nminimum of five years\nfrom the first supply date. However, a maximum support term is still unknown.\nSamsung, on the other hand, explicitly states that the Galaxy S24 series will receive seven years of OS updates and security patches. Either way, your phone will be updated for longer than most.\nWinner: Galaxy S24\nVerdict: Check Back Soon, But You Can't Go Wrong\nThe new iPhones appear to be incredibly competitive with the Samsung Galaxy S24 series from afar. If the devices live up to Apple's claims—particularly where Apple Intelligence is concerned—then the iPhone 16 Pro phones could usher in a new era of mobile creativity and practicality. Samsung's Galaxy AI leans pretty hard on Google and is currently available across the Galaxy S24 line and other Samsung devices. Until we get a chance to put the four iPhone 16 phones through their paces, we can't deliver a definitive verdict, so check back soon for a more in-depth assessment.\nUntil then, read up on details about the new\nApple Watch Series 10\n,\nAirPods 4\n, and\nmore from Apple's Glowtime event\n.\nApple iPhone 16 Hands On","attrs_markdown":"![](https:\/\/zdbb.net\/l\/z0WVjCBSEeGLoxIxOQVEwQ\/)\n\n[Skip to Main Content](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/comparisons\/apple-iphone-16-vs-samsung-galaxy-s24-the-best-flagship-phone#main \"Skip to Main Content\")\n\nMenu\n\n- ![Maggie AI Logo](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/icons\/maggie-logo.svg)\n  \n  ![Maggie AI White Logo](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/icons\/maggie-logo-white.svg)\n  \n  Maggie: AI Product Finder\n- [\\#BestTechBrands](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/articles\/the-best-tech-brands-for-2026)\n- Best Products\n  - [The Best Laptops for 2025](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/picks\/the-best-laptops)\n  - [The Best PCs (Desktop Computers) for 2025](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/picks\/the-best-desktop-computers)\n  - 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16](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/news\/a-bright-pink-iphone-16-yes-please-hands-on-with-apples-latest-iphones) lineup is finally here. Apple's latest smartphones pack a punch thanks to new silicon, tougher glass, and smarter software. The phones compete directly with Samsung's [Galaxy S24](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/news\/samsung-galaxy-s24-vs-s24-plus-vs-s24-ultra-what-is-difference) family, some of the top Android phones available. We have yet to test Apple's latest devices, but the specs and marketing claims from Apple give us a good idea of what to expect. With that in mind, here's how the phones stack up on paper.\n***\n\n***\n***\n## Pricing\nThe iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 lineups include seven phones. The entry-level iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 with 128GB of storage are both \\$799, while the most expensive models are the \\$1,599 iPhone 16 Pro Max and the \\$1,659 Galaxy S24 Ultra—both with 1TB of storage.\n\nHere are the starting prices for each phone:\n\n- Apple iPhone 16, \\$799; iPhone 16 Plus, \\$899; iPhone 16 Pro, \\$999; iPhone 16 Pro Max, \\$1,199\n- Samsung [Galaxy S24](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/samsung-galaxy-s24), \\$799; [Galaxy S24+](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/samsung-galaxy-s24-plus), \\$999; [Galaxy S24 Ultra](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/samsung-galaxy-s24-ultra), \\$1,299\n\nAdding more storage increases the price of each device. In dollars and cents, the iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 series are relatively close, though Samsung charges the most for its 1TB model.\n\n**Winner: Tie**\n***\n## Design: Which Grabs the Eye?\nApart from the boxy Galaxy S24 Ultra, every Galaxy S24 and iPhone 16 shares a similar and familiar rounded rectangle shape. Displays dominate the front of these phones with little bezel surrounding the screens, though Samsung's in-display front-facing camera is in a small, circular cavity while Apple embraces its pill-shaped Dynamic Island. Beyond the camera, the Dynamic Island also houses components that make Face ID possible. Samsung still uses an under-display fingerprint sensor as its most secure biometric option.\n\n![Samsung Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\nLeft to right: Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra (Credit: Eric Zeman)\n\nThe two lineups differ more obviously from the rear. The iPhone 16 places its dual cameras within a vertical camera bump, while the iPhone 16 Pro features a squarish assembly for its triple-rear cameras. Meanwhile, Samsung's phones feature a flat back with circular camera rings lined up vertically on the top left. When it comes to overall looks, design is completely subjective.\n\nIn terms of sizing, the iPhone 16 measures 5.81 by 2.82 by 0.31 inches (HWD) and weighs 6.00 ounces. The 16 Pro is a little larger and much heavier, measuring 5.89 by 2.81 by 0.32 inches and 7.03 ounces. The Samsung Galaxy S24 is the smallest and lightest in its family, measuring 5.79 by 2.78 by 0.30 inches and 5.93 ounces.\n\n![Five iPhone 16 units](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\niPhone 16 (Credit: Angela Moscaritolo)\n\nThe second-largest iPhone is the 16 Plus, which measures 6.33 by 3.06 by 0.31 inches and weighs 7.03 ounces. Samsung's medium-size S24+ is a bit smaller, measuring 6.24 by 2.99 by 0.30 inches and weighing 6.95 ounces. Note that the iPhone 16 Plus and iPhone 16 Pro share the same weight despite their size difference.\n\nThe largest iPhone 16, the Pro Max, is slightly taller, more narrow, and less thick at 6.42 by 3.06 by 0.32 inches than the Galaxy S24 Ultra (6.40 by 3.11 by 0.34 inches). Apple's offering is also lighter at 7.99 ounces versus the S24 Ultra's 8.22 ounces.\n\nRegarding toughness, every iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 is rated [IP68,](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/how-to\/dust-resistant-waterproof-making-sense-of-gadget-ratings) so they are virtually dust and waterproof. Apple's new Ceramic Shield glass covers the front and back of the iPhone 16 lineup, which the company says is 50% tougher than the first generation. Apple also says its newest glass is two times tougher than any smartphone glass. Corning [Gorilla Glass Victus 2](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/news\/cornings-gorilla-glass-victus-2-will-feature-on-samsungs-galaxy-s23-series) protects the Galaxy S24 and S24+, while the S24 Ultra uses Victus 2 on the rear and the tougher [Gorilla Armor](https:\/\/www.corning.com\/gorillaglass\/worldwide\/en\/corning-gorilla-armor.html \"(Opens in a new tab)\") on the front.\n\nApple uses aluminum frames for the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus but employs titanium in the Pro line. Similarly, Samsung relies on Armor Aluminum for the S24 and S24+ and upgrades the S24 Ultra to titanium. The metals may be a draw, but if Apple's glass is as tough as it says, the iPhone 16 could be tougher than the S24 lineup.\n\n**Winner: Tie**\n***\n## Controls: Does Either Stand Out?\nAll of this year's iPhones feature a customizable action button and a new, small touchpad called Camera Control, which is in addition to the standard power button and volume rocker. Camera Control is aptly named as it lets you control camera functions with a tap or slide. Some advanced features are slated for a future update.\n\n![Apple iPhone 16](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\niPhone 16 with Camera Control (Credit: Angela Moscaritolo)\n\nThe S24 Ultra is the only device in the S24 lineup that includes an S Pen stylus, which allows you to jot down notes. If dedicated buttons or a stylus garage excites you, you will have an easier time choosing a device.\n\n![Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra with S Pen](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\nGalaxy S24 Ultra with S Pen (Credit: Iyaz Akhtar)\n\nThe iPhone 16, like the iPhone 15 before it, no longer supports physical SIM cards and must be activated with an [eSIM](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/explainers\/what-is-an-esim-card). However, the Galaxy S24 series supports both a physical SIM and eSIM. Typically, eSIM installations require a few taps of a screen, while a physical SIM requires a paper clip. Some find the latter more convenient than the former.\n\n**Winner: Tie**\n***\n## Display: Time to Nitpick\nAll seven phones have high-resolution, pixel-dense OLED displays for crisp, detailed pictures in vivid colors. Let's focus on the key differences. The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus use a panel with a [fixed 60Hz](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/opinions\/if-200-android-phones-can-have-fast-displays-the-800-iphone-16-should-too) refresh rate and do not feature an always-on display. Always-on displays have been a feature of many Android devices for several years and are helpful for glanceable information like time and notifications.\n\nThe more expensive 16 Pro models have screens with variable refresh rates ranging from 1Hz to 120Hz (what Apple calls ProMotion), allowing for smoother animations and a power-efficient always-on display. Meanwhile, every Samsung Galaxy S24 model features adaptive refresh rates of 1Hz to 120Hz and an always-on display.\n\nApple's iPhone 16 lineup maxes out at 2,000 nits at its peak, while all the S24 phones reach a brighter 2,600 nits. These bright screens are capable of overcoming strong external light, which is great on a sunny day.\n\nBoth companies offer a variety of screen sizes, so there is a device to fit every hand. The Galaxy S24's 6.1-inch display is the smallest, while the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the largest at 6.9 inches. 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Keep an eye on your inbox\\!\n***\n## Speed: Turbo Thrusters or Super Chargers?\nWe have yet to benchmark the iPhone 16 series, but historically, Apple-made processors outperform the latest from Qualcomm. The entire Galaxy S24 line is powered by the same chip, the [Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/news\/qualcomm-goes-all-in-on-ai-for-snapdragon-8-gen-3-mobile-processor) for Galaxy. It handles the most demanding tasks easily, which makes for an excellent overall experience no matter which model you get.\n\nApple says its new chips are built for Apple Intelligence, and the successors to the A16 Bionic and A17 Pro are a huge leap forward. The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus use the Apple A18 processor, while the more powerful 16 Pro and Pro Max put the A18 Pro processor to work. Both offer improved CPU and GPU performance compared with the A16 Bionic and A17 Pro chips, which were already outstanding in their performance.\n\n![Apple A18 Pro Chip](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\nApple A18 Pro (Credit: Apple)\n\nBenchmarks tell only so much of the story. In the real world, responsiveness and results are key. The newest iPhones are banking on Apple Intelligence to separate them from the pack, and how well they perform will impact perception. We've found that [Galaxy AI](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/news\/galaxy-ai-20-the-best-ai-features-in-the-z-flip-and-fold-6-ring-and-watch), Samsung's suite of AI tools, provides useful productivity boosts and fun features that make the S24 enjoyable to use. If Apple Intelligence works like the demos, it could give Apple a leg up here over Samsung (and maybe even Google).\n\nOn the gaming front, Apple says the iPhone 16 is capable of running console-level games, while the Galaxy S24 series makes short work of even the most resource-intensive games.\n\n**Winner: Apple (likely)**\n***\n## Camera: Pros or Creators?\nApple and Samsung flagships produce excellent photographs thanks to their combination of high-end hardware and intelligent software. Additionally, both companies invested in AI image editing tools for improved final photos. Apple's new iPhones are all capable of capturing spatial photos and videos that are viewable on the [Apple Vision Pro](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/apple-vision-pro).\n\nApple differs from Samsung in one crucial way when it comes to video. While Samsung caters to the social creator crowd, Apple touts the ability to use the iPhone as an honest-to-goodness professional video camera—particularly the iPhone 16 Pro. It is capable of shooting ProRes video at up to 4K resolution at 120 frames per second (fps) when using an external recording device. The Galaxy S24 series can also capture 4K120fps video, though its files are compressed. Additionally, the entire S24 lineup can capture 8K video, something not possible on any iPhone 16.\n\n![Apple iPhone 16](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\niPhone 16 (Credit: Angela Moscaritolo)\n\nHere is the camera hardware breakdown: The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus use the same rear dual-camera array. There is the 48MP f\/1.6 main shooter that Apple calls a Fusion camera since the same sensor can take 48MP images at 1x, 12MP images at 2x, or combined 24MP images that blend the detail of all 48MP with the light-capturing power of the 12MP binned sensor. The 12MP ultrawide camera features a 120-degree field of view for expansive landscapes and funky closeups, and supports macro shooting.\n\nThe Pro line also features a similar 48MP main shooter, though its aperture is at f\/1.78. It can produce 48MP or 24MP images, while the lens can also produce 12MP 2x telephoto pictures. The 48MP ultrawide offers a 120-degree field of view and full-resolution pictures. A dedicated 12MP 5x optical telephoto lens using Apple's [tetraprism tech](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/news\/the-iphone-15-pro-max-has-a-tetraprism-camera-what-the-heck-is-that) is in both iPhone 16 Pro models.\n\n![Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, S24+, and S24](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\nLeft to right: Galaxy S24 Ultra, S24+, and S24 (Credit: Eric Zeman)\n\nThe Galaxy S24 and S24+ have identical rear camera arrays with a 50MP f\/1.8 main shooter, a 12MP f\/2.2 ultra-wide camera with a 120-degree field of view, and a 10MP f\/2.4 telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom. We will have to see how Apple's telephoto equivalent images compare to Samsung's in testing.\n\nThe S24 Ultra has the same ultra-wide and telephoto lenses as the other S24s but upgrades to a 200MP main camera and adds a second 50MP telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom.\n\nThe world of front-facing cameras is not as glamorous. All iPhone 16 phones use a 12MP f\/1.9 front-facing camera, while the S24 series uses a 12MP f\/2.2 selfie cam. Considering the amount of image processing done on these phones, it is difficult to make a judgment simply on specs without actual samples to look at.\n\n**Winner: Too early to tell**\n***\n## Battery Life: Which Outlasts the Other?\nWe have yet to put the iPhone 16 lineup through our battery tests, but last year, Apple claimed 16 hours of battery life for the iPhone 15, and that is what we found in testing. This year, Apple says the iPhone 16 will reach 18 hours of battery life, with the 16 Plus getting 24 hours, the 16 Pro reaching 22 hours, and the 16 Pro Max maxing out at 29 hours. Every iPhone 16 supports MagSafe wireless charging at up to 25W, Qi2 charging at up to 15W, and regular Qi charging at 7.5W. The company did not disclose battery size or wireless charging speed.\n\nThe Galaxy S24 has a 4,000mAh battery that charges at 25W wired. The S24+ has a 4,900mAh battery and the S24 Ultra has a 5,000mAh battery, both of which charge at a faster 45W wired. We found the S24 lasted 13 hours and 5 minutes in testing, and the S24+ and S24 Ultra endured 14 hours and 10 minutes. If Apple's claims are accurate, the new iPhones would surpass the Galaxy S24.\n\n**Winner: Too early to tell**\n***\n## Software Support: Five Years (Maybe) vs. Seven\nApple supports its iPhones with updates for at least several years, though it does not make specific claims. According to a UK [filing](https:\/\/regulatoryinfo.apple.com\/cwt\/api\/ext\/file?fileId=securityTelecommunication%2FiPhone%2015%20Pro%20Max%20%28Model%20A3106%29_V0.pdf \"(Opens in a new tab)\"), the iPhone 15 is officially supported for a [minimum of five years](https:\/\/www.androidauthority.com\/iphone-software-support-commitment-3449135\/ \"(Opens in a new tab)\") from the first supply date. However, a maximum support term is still unknown.\n\nSamsung, on the other hand, explicitly states that the Galaxy S24 series will receive seven years of OS updates and security patches. Either way, your phone will be updated for longer than most.\n\n**Winner: Galaxy S24**\n***\n## Verdict: Check Back Soon, But You Can't Go Wrong\nThe new iPhones appear to be incredibly competitive with the Samsung Galaxy S24 series from afar. If the devices live up to Apple's claims—particularly where Apple Intelligence is concerned—then the iPhone 16 Pro phones could usher in a new era of mobile creativity and practicality. Samsung's Galaxy AI leans pretty hard on Google and is currently available across the Galaxy S24 line and other Samsung devices. Until we get a chance to put the four iPhone 16 phones through their paces, we can't deliver a definitive verdict, so check back soon for a more in-depth assessment.\n\nUntil then, read up on details about the new [Apple Watch Series 10](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/comparisons\/apple-watch-series-10-vs-series-9), [AirPods 4](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/news\/apples-latest-airpods-promise-overhauled-audio-noise-cancellation), and [more from Apple's Glowtime event](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/news\/everything-apple-announced-at-its-iphone-16-glowtime-event).\n\n![Apple iPhone 16 Hands On](https:\/\/cdn.ex.co\/transformations\/production\/aee7938a-665f-49e1-be23-af771dbb660b\/thumbnail-720.webp)\n\n![PCMag Logo](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/images\/pcmag.svg)\n\nApple iPhone 16 Hands On\n\n## About Our Expert\n![Iyaz Akhtar](https:\/\/i.pcmag.com\/imagery\/authors\/06Yk09NwEZoLUsNJIQ4ajtj.fit_lim.size_100x100.v1723495631.jpg)\n\nIyaz Akhtar\n\nMobile Writer\n***\nExperience\n\nI've been into technology for as long as I can remember. 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Apple's latest smartphones pack a punch thanks to new silicon, tougher glass, and smarter software. The phones compete directly with Samsung's [Galaxy S24](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/news\/samsung-galaxy-s24-vs-s24-plus-vs-s24-ultra-what-is-difference) family, some of the top Android phones available. We have yet to test Apple's latest devices, but the specs and marketing claims from Apple give us a good idea of what to expect. With that in mind, here's how the phones stack up on paper.\n***\n\n***\n***\n## Pricing\nThe iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 lineups include seven phones. The entry-level iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 with 128GB of storage are both \\$799, while the most expensive models are the \\$1,599 iPhone 16 Pro Max and the \\$1,659 Galaxy S24 Ultra—both with 1TB of storage.\n\nHere are the starting prices for each phone:\n\n- Apple iPhone 16, \\$799; iPhone 16 Plus, \\$899; iPhone 16 Pro, \\$999; iPhone 16 Pro Max, \\$1,199\n- Samsung [Galaxy S24](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/samsung-galaxy-s24), \\$799; [Galaxy S24+](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/samsung-galaxy-s24-plus), \\$999; [Galaxy S24 Ultra](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/samsung-galaxy-s24-ultra), \\$1,299\n\nAdding more storage increases the price of each device. In dollars and cents, the iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 series are relatively close, though Samsung charges the most for its 1TB model.\n\n**Winner: Tie**\n***\n## Design: Which Grabs the Eye?\nApart from the boxy Galaxy S24 Ultra, every Galaxy S24 and iPhone 16 shares a similar and familiar rounded rectangle shape. Displays dominate the front of these phones with little bezel surrounding the screens, though Samsung's in-display front-facing camera is in a small, circular cavity while Apple embraces its pill-shaped Dynamic Island. Beyond the camera, the Dynamic Island also houses components that make Face ID possible. Samsung still uses an under-display fingerprint sensor as its most secure biometric option.\n\n![Samsung Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\nLeft to right: Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra (Credit: Eric Zeman)\n\nThe two lineups differ more obviously from the rear. The iPhone 16 places its dual cameras within a vertical camera bump, while the iPhone 16 Pro features a squarish assembly for its triple-rear cameras. Meanwhile, Samsung's phones feature a flat back with circular camera rings lined up vertically on the top left. When it comes to overall looks, design is completely subjective.\n\nIn terms of sizing, the iPhone 16 measures 5.81 by 2.82 by 0.31 inches (HWD) and weighs 6.00 ounces. The 16 Pro is a little larger and much heavier, measuring 5.89 by 2.81 by 0.32 inches and 7.03 ounces. The Samsung Galaxy S24 is the smallest and lightest in its family, measuring 5.79 by 2.78 by 0.30 inches and 5.93 ounces.\n\n![Five iPhone 16 units](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\niPhone 16 (Credit: Angela Moscaritolo)\n\nThe second-largest iPhone is the 16 Plus, which measures 6.33 by 3.06 by 0.31 inches and weighs 7.03 ounces. Samsung's medium-size S24+ is a bit smaller, measuring 6.24 by 2.99 by 0.30 inches and weighing 6.95 ounces. Note that the iPhone 16 Plus and iPhone 16 Pro share the same weight despite their size difference.\n\nThe largest iPhone 16, the Pro Max, is slightly taller, more narrow, and less thick at 6.42 by 3.06 by 0.32 inches than the Galaxy S24 Ultra (6.40 by 3.11 by 0.34 inches). Apple's offering is also lighter at 7.99 ounces versus the S24 Ultra's 8.22 ounces.\n\nRegarding toughness, every iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 is rated [IP68,](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/how-to\/dust-resistant-waterproof-making-sense-of-gadget-ratings) so they are virtually dust and waterproof. Apple's new Ceramic Shield glass covers the front and back of the iPhone 16 lineup, which the company says is 50% tougher than the first generation. Apple also says its newest glass is two times tougher than any smartphone glass. Corning [Gorilla Glass Victus 2](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/news\/cornings-gorilla-glass-victus-2-will-feature-on-samsungs-galaxy-s23-series) protects the Galaxy S24 and S24+, while the S24 Ultra uses Victus 2 on the rear and the tougher [Gorilla Armor](https:\/\/www.corning.com\/gorillaglass\/worldwide\/en\/corning-gorilla-armor.html \"(Opens in a new tab)\") on the front.\n\nApple uses aluminum frames for the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus but employs titanium in the Pro line. Similarly, Samsung relies on Armor Aluminum for the S24 and S24+ and upgrades the S24 Ultra to titanium. The metals may be a draw, but if Apple's glass is as tough as it says, the iPhone 16 could be tougher than the S24 lineup.\n\n**Winner: Tie**\n***\n## Controls: Does Either Stand Out?\nAll of this year's iPhones feature a customizable action button and a new, small touchpad called Camera Control, which is in addition to the standard power button and volume rocker. Camera Control is aptly named as it lets you control camera functions with a tap or slide. Some advanced features are slated for a future update.\n\n![Apple iPhone 16](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\niPhone 16 with Camera Control (Credit: Angela Moscaritolo)\n\nThe S24 Ultra is the only device in the S24 lineup that includes an S Pen stylus, which allows you to jot down notes. If dedicated buttons or a stylus garage excites you, you will have an easier time choosing a device.\n\n![Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra with S Pen](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\nGalaxy S24 Ultra with S Pen (Credit: Iyaz Akhtar)\n\nThe iPhone 16, like the iPhone 15 before it, no longer supports physical SIM cards and must be activated with an [eSIM](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/explainers\/what-is-an-esim-card). However, the Galaxy S24 series supports both a physical SIM and eSIM. Typically, eSIM installations require a few taps of a screen, while a physical SIM requires a paper clip. Some find the latter more convenient than the former.\n\n**Winner: Tie**\n***\n## Display: Time to Nitpick\nAll seven phones have high-resolution, pixel-dense OLED displays for crisp, detailed pictures in vivid colors. Let's focus on the key differences. The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus use a panel with a [fixed 60Hz](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/opinions\/if-200-android-phones-can-have-fast-displays-the-800-iphone-16-should-too) refresh rate and do not feature an always-on display. Always-on displays have been a feature of many Android devices for several years and are helpful for glanceable information like time and notifications.\n\nThe more expensive 16 Pro models have screens with variable refresh rates ranging from 1Hz to 120Hz (what Apple calls ProMotion), allowing for smoother animations and a power-efficient always-on display. Meanwhile, every Samsung Galaxy S24 model features adaptive refresh rates of 1Hz to 120Hz and an always-on display.\n\nApple's iPhone 16 lineup maxes out at 2,000 nits at its peak, while all the S24 phones reach a brighter 2,600 nits. These bright screens are capable of overcoming strong external light, which is great on a sunny day.\n\nBoth companies offer a variety of screen sizes, so there is a device to fit every hand. The Galaxy S24's 6.1-inch display is the smallest, while the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the largest at 6.9 inches. Please take a look at our charts for all the display details.\n\nSince every Galaxy S24 features a variable refresh rate and exceeds the iPhone 16 in brightness, Samsung gets the win here.\n\n**Winner: Galaxy S24**\n\n![Newsletter Icon](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/images\/newsletter-envelope.svg)\n\n![Newsletter Icon](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/images\/newsletter-envelope.svg)\n\nGet Our Best Stories\\!\n\n### A Smart, Bold Take on the Wireless World\n![ios 26](https:\/\/i.pcmag.com\/imagery\/newsletters\/21056617-contextual.fit_lpad.size_250x140.v1759414430.png)\n\nThanks for signing up\\!\n\nYour subscription has been confirmed. Keep an eye on your inbox\\!\n***\n## Speed: Turbo Thrusters or Super Chargers?\nWe have yet to benchmark the iPhone 16 series, but historically, Apple-made processors outperform the latest from Qualcomm. The entire Galaxy S24 line is powered by the same chip, the [Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/news\/qualcomm-goes-all-in-on-ai-for-snapdragon-8-gen-3-mobile-processor) for Galaxy. It handles the most demanding tasks easily, which makes for an excellent overall experience no matter which model you get.\n\nApple says its new chips are built for Apple Intelligence, and the successors to the A16 Bionic and A17 Pro are a huge leap forward. The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus use the Apple A18 processor, while the more powerful 16 Pro and Pro Max put the A18 Pro processor to work. Both offer improved CPU and GPU performance compared with the A16 Bionic and A17 Pro chips, which were already outstanding in their performance.\n\n![Apple A18 Pro Chip](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\nApple A18 Pro (Credit: Apple)\n\nBenchmarks tell only so much of the story. In the real world, responsiveness and results are key. The newest iPhones are banking on Apple Intelligence to separate them from the pack, and how well they perform will impact perception. We've found that [Galaxy AI](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/news\/galaxy-ai-20-the-best-ai-features-in-the-z-flip-and-fold-6-ring-and-watch), Samsung's suite of AI tools, provides useful productivity boosts and fun features that make the S24 enjoyable to use. If Apple Intelligence works like the demos, it could give Apple a leg up here over Samsung (and maybe even Google).\n\nOn the gaming front, Apple says the iPhone 16 is capable of running console-level games, while the Galaxy S24 series makes short work of even the most resource-intensive games.\n\n**Winner: Apple (likely)**\n***\n## Camera: Pros or Creators?\nApple and Samsung flagships produce excellent photographs thanks to their combination of high-end hardware and intelligent software. Additionally, both companies invested in AI image editing tools for improved final photos. Apple's new iPhones are all capable of capturing spatial photos and videos that are viewable on the [Apple Vision Pro](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/apple-vision-pro).\n\nApple differs from Samsung in one crucial way when it comes to video. While Samsung caters to the social creator crowd, Apple touts the ability to use the iPhone as an honest-to-goodness professional video camera—particularly the iPhone 16 Pro. It is capable of shooting ProRes video at up to 4K resolution at 120 frames per second (fps) when using an external recording device. The Galaxy S24 series can also capture 4K120fps video, though its files are compressed. Additionally, the entire S24 lineup can capture 8K video, something not possible on any iPhone 16.\n\n![Apple iPhone 16](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\niPhone 16 (Credit: Angela Moscaritolo)\n\nHere is the camera hardware breakdown: The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus use the same rear dual-camera array. There is the 48MP f\/1.6 main shooter that Apple calls a Fusion camera since the same sensor can take 48MP images at 1x, 12MP images at 2x, or combined 24MP images that blend the detail of all 48MP with the light-capturing power of the 12MP binned sensor. The 12MP ultrawide camera features a 120-degree field of view for expansive landscapes and funky closeups, and supports macro shooting.\n\nThe Pro line also features a similar 48MP main shooter, though its aperture is at f\/1.78. It can produce 48MP or 24MP images, while the lens can also produce 12MP 2x telephoto pictures. The 48MP ultrawide offers a 120-degree field of view and full-resolution pictures. A dedicated 12MP 5x optical telephoto lens using Apple's [tetraprism tech](https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/news\/the-iphone-15-pro-max-has-a-tetraprism-camera-what-the-heck-is-that) is in both iPhone 16 Pro models.\n\n![Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, S24+, and S24](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\nLeft to right: Galaxy S24 Ultra, S24+, and S24 (Credit: Eric Zeman)\n\nThe Galaxy S24 and S24+ have identical rear camera arrays with a 50MP f\/1.8 main shooter, a 12MP f\/2.2 ultra-wide camera with a 120-degree field of view, and a 10MP f\/2.4 telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom. We will have to see how Apple's telephoto equivalent images compare to Samsung's in testing.\n\nThe S24 Ultra has the same ultra-wide and telephoto lenses as the other S24s but upgrades to a 200MP main camera and adds a second 50MP telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom.\n\nThe world of front-facing cameras is not as glamorous. All iPhone 16 phones use a 12MP f\/1.9 front-facing camera, while the S24 series uses a 12MP f\/2.2 selfie cam. Considering the amount of image processing done on these phones, it is difficult to make a judgment simply on specs without actual samples to look at.\n\n**Winner: Too early to tell**\n***\n## Battery Life: Which Outlasts the Other?\nWe have yet to put the iPhone 16 lineup through our battery tests, but last year, Apple claimed 16 hours of battery life for the iPhone 15, and that is what we found in testing. This year, Apple says the iPhone 16 will reach 18 hours of battery life, with the 16 Plus getting 24 hours, the 16 Pro reaching 22 hours, and the 16 Pro Max maxing out at 29 hours. Every iPhone 16 supports MagSafe wireless charging at up to 25W, Qi2 charging at up to 15W, and regular Qi charging at 7.5W. The company did not disclose battery size or wireless charging speed.\n\nThe Galaxy S24 has a 4,000mAh battery that charges at 25W wired. The S24+ has a 4,900mAh battery and the S24 Ultra has a 5,000mAh battery, both of which charge at a faster 45W wired. We found the S24 lasted 13 hours and 5 minutes in testing, and the S24+ and S24 Ultra endured 14 hours and 10 minutes. If Apple's claims are accurate, the new iPhones would surpass the Galaxy S24.\n\n**Winner: Too early to tell**\n***\n## Software Support: Five Years (Maybe) vs. Seven\nApple supports its iPhones with updates for at least several years, though it does not make specific claims. According to a UK [filing](https:\/\/regulatoryinfo.apple.com\/cwt\/api\/ext\/file?fileId=securityTelecommunication%2FiPhone%2015%20Pro%20Max%20%28Model%20A3106%29_V0.pdf \"(Opens in a new tab)\"), the iPhone 15 is officially supported for a [minimum of five years](https:\/\/www.androidauthority.com\/iphone-software-support-commitment-3449135\/ \"(Opens in a new tab)\") from the first supply date. However, a maximum support term is still unknown.\n\nSamsung, on the other hand, explicitly states that the Galaxy S24 series will receive seven years of OS updates and security patches. Either way, your phone will be updated for longer than most.\n\n**Winner: Galaxy S24**\n***\n## Verdict: Check Back Soon, But You Can't Go Wrong\nThe new iPhones appear to be incredibly competitive with the Samsung Galaxy S24 series from afar. 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Boilerpipe Text	Apple iPhone 16 4.5 Bottom Line The iPhone 16 packs a lot of power with a brand-new processor built from the ground up to run Apple Intelligence, the company's big bet on AI. VS Samsung Galaxy S24 4.0 Bottom Line The Samsung Galaxy S24 line combines a fast processor, a bright display, sharp cameras, and helpful AI tools in three different sizes. Table of Contents The Apple iPhone 16 lineup is finally here. Apple's latest smartphones pack a punch thanks to new silicon, tougher glass, and smarter software. The phones compete directly with Samsung's Galaxy S24 family, some of the top Android phones available. We have yet to test Apple's latest devices, but the specs and marketing claims from Apple give us a good idea of what to expect. With that in mind, here's how the phones stack up on paper. Pricing The iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 lineups include seven phones. The entry-level iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 with 128GB of storage are both $799, while the most expensive models are the $1,599 iPhone 16 Pro Max and the $1,659 Galaxy S24 Ultra—both with 1TB of storage. Here are the starting prices for each phone: Apple iPhone 16, $799; iPhone 16 Plus, $899; iPhone 16 Pro, $999; iPhone 16 Pro Max, $1,199 Samsung Galaxy S24 , $799; Galaxy S24+ , $999; Galaxy S24 Ultra , $1,299 Adding more storage increases the price of each device. In dollars and cents, the iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 series are relatively close, though Samsung charges the most for its 1TB model. Winner: Tie Design: Which Grabs the Eye? Apart from the boxy Galaxy S24 Ultra, every Galaxy S24 and iPhone 16 shares a similar and familiar rounded rectangle shape. Displays dominate the front of these phones with little bezel surrounding the screens, though Samsung's in-display front-facing camera is in a small, circular cavity while Apple embraces its pill-shaped Dynamic Island. Beyond the camera, the Dynamic Island also houses components that make Face ID possible. Samsung still uses an under-display fingerprint sensor as its most secure biometric option. Left to right: Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra (Credit: Eric Zeman) The two lineups differ more obviously from the rear. The iPhone 16 places its dual cameras within a vertical camera bump, while the iPhone 16 Pro features a squarish assembly for its triple-rear cameras. Meanwhile, Samsung's phones feature a flat back with circular camera rings lined up vertically on the top left. When it comes to overall looks, design is completely subjective. In terms of sizing, the iPhone 16 measures 5.81 by 2.82 by 0.31 inches (HWD) and weighs 6.00 ounces. The 16 Pro is a little larger and much heavier, measuring 5.89 by 2.81 by 0.32 inches and 7.03 ounces. The Samsung Galaxy S24 is the smallest and lightest in its family, measuring 5.79 by 2.78 by 0.30 inches and 5.93 ounces. iPhone 16 (Credit: Angela Moscaritolo) The second-largest iPhone is the 16 Plus, which measures 6.33 by 3.06 by 0.31 inches and weighs 7.03 ounces. Samsung's medium-size S24+ is a bit smaller, measuring 6.24 by 2.99 by 0.30 inches and weighing 6.95 ounces. Note that the iPhone 16 Plus and iPhone 16 Pro share the same weight despite their size difference. The largest iPhone 16, the Pro Max, is slightly taller, more narrow, and less thick at 6.42 by 3.06 by 0.32 inches than the Galaxy S24 Ultra (6.40 by 3.11 by 0.34 inches). Apple's offering is also lighter at 7.99 ounces versus the S24 Ultra's 8.22 ounces. Regarding toughness, every iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 is rated IP68, so they are virtually dust and waterproof. Apple's new Ceramic Shield glass covers the front and back of the iPhone 16 lineup, which the company says is 50% tougher than the first generation. Apple also says its newest glass is two times tougher than any smartphone glass. Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protects the Galaxy S24 and S24+, while the S24 Ultra uses Victus 2 on the rear and the tougher Gorilla Armor on the front. Apple uses aluminum frames for the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus but employs titanium in the Pro line. Similarly, Samsung relies on Armor Aluminum for the S24 and S24+ and upgrades the S24 Ultra to titanium. The metals may be a draw, but if Apple's glass is as tough as it says, the iPhone 16 could be tougher than the S24 lineup. Winner: Tie Controls: Does Either Stand Out? All of this year's iPhones feature a customizable action button and a new, small touchpad called Camera Control, which is in addition to the standard power button and volume rocker. Camera Control is aptly named as it lets you control camera functions with a tap or slide. Some advanced features are slated for a future update. iPhone 16 with Camera Control (Credit: Angela Moscaritolo) The S24 Ultra is the only device in the S24 lineup that includes an S Pen stylus, which allows you to jot down notes. If dedicated buttons or a stylus garage excites you, you will have an easier time choosing a device. Galaxy S24 Ultra with S Pen (Credit: Iyaz Akhtar) The iPhone 16, like the iPhone 15 before it, no longer supports physical SIM cards and must be activated with an eSIM . However, the Galaxy S24 series supports both a physical SIM and eSIM. Typically, eSIM installations require a few taps of a screen, while a physical SIM requires a paper clip. Some find the latter more convenient than the former. Winner: Tie Display: Time to Nitpick All seven phones have high-resolution, pixel-dense OLED displays for crisp, detailed pictures in vivid colors. Let's focus on the key differences. The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus use a panel with a fixed 60Hz refresh rate and do not feature an always-on display. Always-on displays have been a feature of many Android devices for several years and are helpful for glanceable information like time and notifications. The more expensive 16 Pro models have screens with variable refresh rates ranging from 1Hz to 120Hz (what Apple calls ProMotion), allowing for smoother animations and a power-efficient always-on display. Meanwhile, every Samsung Galaxy S24 model features adaptive refresh rates of 1Hz to 120Hz and an always-on display. Apple's iPhone 16 lineup maxes out at 2,000 nits at its peak, while all the S24 phones reach a brighter 2,600 nits. These bright screens are capable of overcoming strong external light, which is great on a sunny day. Both companies offer a variety of screen sizes, so there is a device to fit every hand. The Galaxy S24's 6.1-inch display is the smallest, while the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the largest at 6.9 inches. Please take a look at our charts for all the display details. Since every Galaxy S24 features a variable refresh rate and exceeds the iPhone 16 in brightness, Samsung gets the win here. Winner: Galaxy S24 Get Our Best Stories! A Smart, Bold Take on the Wireless World Thanks for signing up! Your subscription has been confirmed. Keep an eye on your inbox! Speed: Turbo Thrusters or Super Chargers? We have yet to benchmark the iPhone 16 series, but historically, Apple-made processors outperform the latest from Qualcomm. The entire Galaxy S24 line is powered by the same chip, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy. It handles the most demanding tasks easily, which makes for an excellent overall experience no matter which model you get. Apple says its new chips are built for Apple Intelligence, and the successors to the A16 Bionic and A17 Pro are a huge leap forward. The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus use the Apple A18 processor, while the more powerful 16 Pro and Pro Max put the A18 Pro processor to work. Both offer improved CPU and GPU performance compared with the A16 Bionic and A17 Pro chips, which were already outstanding in their performance. Apple A18 Pro (Credit: Apple) Benchmarks tell only so much of the story. In the real world, responsiveness and results are key. The newest iPhones are banking on Apple Intelligence to separate them from the pack, and how well they perform will impact perception. We've found that Galaxy AI , Samsung's suite of AI tools, provides useful productivity boosts and fun features that make the S24 enjoyable to use. If Apple Intelligence works like the demos, it could give Apple a leg up here over Samsung (and maybe even Google). On the gaming front, Apple says the iPhone 16 is capable of running console-level games, while the Galaxy S24 series makes short work of even the most resource-intensive games. Winner: Apple (likely) Camera: Pros or Creators? Apple and Samsung flagships produce excellent photographs thanks to their combination of high-end hardware and intelligent software. Additionally, both companies invested in AI image editing tools for improved final photos. Apple's new iPhones are all capable of capturing spatial photos and videos that are viewable on the Apple Vision Pro . Apple differs from Samsung in one crucial way when it comes to video. While Samsung caters to the social creator crowd, Apple touts the ability to use the iPhone as an honest-to-goodness professional video camera—particularly the iPhone 16 Pro. It is capable of shooting ProRes video at up to 4K resolution at 120 frames per second (fps) when using an external recording device. The Galaxy S24 series can also capture 4K120fps video, though its files are compressed. Additionally, the entire S24 lineup can capture 8K video, something not possible on any iPhone 16. iPhone 16 (Credit: Angela Moscaritolo) Here is the camera hardware breakdown: The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus use the same rear dual-camera array. There is the 48MP f/1.6 main shooter that Apple calls a Fusion camera since the same sensor can take 48MP images at 1x, 12MP images at 2x, or combined 24MP images that blend the detail of all 48MP with the light-capturing power of the 12MP binned sensor. The 12MP ultrawide camera features a 120-degree field of view for expansive landscapes and funky closeups, and supports macro shooting. The Pro line also features a similar 48MP main shooter, though its aperture is at f/1.78. It can produce 48MP or 24MP images, while the lens can also produce 12MP 2x telephoto pictures. The 48MP ultrawide offers a 120-degree field of view and full-resolution pictures. A dedicated 12MP 5x optical telephoto lens using Apple's tetraprism tech is in both iPhone 16 Pro models. Left to right: Galaxy S24 Ultra, S24+, and S24 (Credit: Eric Zeman) The Galaxy S24 and S24+ have identical rear camera arrays with a 50MP f/1.8 main shooter, a 12MP f/2.2 ultra-wide camera with a 120-degree field of view, and a 10MP f/2.4 telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom. We will have to see how Apple's telephoto equivalent images compare to Samsung's in testing. The S24 Ultra has the same ultra-wide and telephoto lenses as the other S24s but upgrades to a 200MP main camera and adds a second 50MP telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom. The world of front-facing cameras is not as glamorous. All iPhone 16 phones use a 12MP f/1.9 front-facing camera, while the S24 series uses a 12MP f/2.2 selfie cam. Considering the amount of image processing done on these phones, it is difficult to make a judgment simply on specs without actual samples to look at. Winner: Too early to tell Battery Life: Which Outlasts the Other? We have yet to put the iPhone 16 lineup through our battery tests, but last year, Apple claimed 16 hours of battery life for the iPhone 15, and that is what we found in testing. This year, Apple says the iPhone 16 will reach 18 hours of battery life, with the 16 Plus getting 24 hours, the 16 Pro reaching 22 hours, and the 16 Pro Max maxing out at 29 hours. Every iPhone 16 supports MagSafe wireless charging at up to 25W, Qi2 charging at up to 15W, and regular Qi charging at 7.5W. The company did not disclose battery size or wireless charging speed. The Galaxy S24 has a 4,000mAh battery that charges at 25W wired. The S24+ has a 4,900mAh battery and the S24 Ultra has a 5,000mAh battery, both of which charge at a faster 45W wired. We found the S24 lasted 13 hours and 5 minutes in testing, and the S24+ and S24 Ultra endured 14 hours and 10 minutes. If Apple's claims are accurate, the new iPhones would surpass the Galaxy S24. Winner: Too early to tell Software Support: Five Years (Maybe) vs. Seven Apple supports its iPhones with updates for at least several years, though it does not make specific claims. According to a UK filing , the iPhone 15 is officially supported for a minimum of five years from the first supply date. However, a maximum support term is still unknown. Samsung, on the other hand, explicitly states that the Galaxy S24 series will receive seven years of OS updates and security patches. Either way, your phone will be updated for longer than most. Winner: Galaxy S24 Verdict: Check Back Soon, But You Can't Go Wrong The new iPhones appear to be incredibly competitive with the Samsung Galaxy S24 series from afar. If the devices live up to Apple's claims—particularly where Apple Intelligence is concerned—then the iPhone 16 Pro phones could usher in a new era of mobile creativity and practicality. Samsung's Galaxy AI leans pretty hard on Google and is currently available across the Galaxy S24 line and other Samsung devices. Until we get a chance to put the four iPhone 16 phones through their paces, we can't deliver a definitive verdict, so check back soon for a more in-depth assessment. Until then, read up on details about the new Apple Watch Series 10 , AirPods 4 , and more from Apple's Glowtime event . Apple iPhone 16 Hands On
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Apple's latest smartphones pack a punch thanks to new silicon, tougher glass, and smarter software. The phones compete directly with Samsung's [Galaxy S24](https://www.pcmag.com/news/samsung-galaxy-s24-vs-s24-plus-vs-s24-ultra-what-is-difference) family, some of the top Android phones available. We have yet to test Apple's latest devices, but the specs and marketing claims from Apple give us a good idea of what to expect. With that in mind, here's how the phones stack up on paper. * * * ## Pricing The iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 lineups include seven phones. The entry-level iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 with 128GB of storage are both \$799, while the most expensive models are the \$1,599 iPhone 16 Pro Max and the \$1,659 Galaxy S24 Ultra—both with 1TB of storage. Here are the starting prices for each phone: - Apple iPhone 16, \$799; iPhone 16 Plus, \$899; iPhone 16 Pro, \$999; iPhone 16 Pro Max, \$1,199 - Samsung [Galaxy S24](https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/samsung-galaxy-s24), \$799; [Galaxy S24+](https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/samsung-galaxy-s24-plus), \$999; [Galaxy S24 Ultra](https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/samsung-galaxy-s24-ultra), \$1,299 Adding more storage increases the price of each device. In dollars and cents, the iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 series are relatively close, though Samsung charges the most for its 1TB model. Winner: Tie * ## Design: Which Grabs the Eye? Apart from the boxy Galaxy S24 Ultra, every Galaxy S24 and iPhone 16 shares a similar and familiar rounded rectangle shape. Displays dominate the front of these phones with little bezel surrounding the screens, though Samsung's in-display front-facing camera is in a small, circular cavity while Apple embraces its pill-shaped Dynamic Island. Beyond the camera, the Dynamic Island also houses components that make Face ID possible. Samsung still uses an under-display fingerprint sensor as its most secure biometric option. ![Samsung Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20/%3E%3C/svg%3E) Left to right: Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra (Credit: Eric Zeman) The two lineups differ more obviously from the rear. The iPhone 16 places its dual cameras within a vertical camera bump, while the iPhone 16 Pro features a squarish assembly for its triple-rear cameras. Meanwhile, Samsung's phones feature a flat back with circular camera rings lined up vertically on the top left. When it comes to overall looks, design is completely subjective. In terms of sizing, the iPhone 16 measures 5.81 by 2.82 by 0.31 inches (HWD) and weighs 6.00 ounces. The 16 Pro is a little larger and much heavier, measuring 5.89 by 2.81 by 0.32 inches and 7.03 ounces. The Samsung Galaxy S24 is the smallest and lightest in its family, measuring 5.79 by 2.78 by 0.30 inches and 5.93 ounces. ![Five iPhone 16 units](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20/%3E%3C/svg%3E) iPhone 16 (Credit: Angela Moscaritolo) The second-largest iPhone is the 16 Plus, which measures 6.33 by 3.06 by 0.31 inches and weighs 7.03 ounces. Samsung's medium-size S24+ is a bit smaller, measuring 6.24 by 2.99 by 0.30 inches and weighing 6.95 ounces. Note that the iPhone 16 Plus and iPhone 16 Pro share the same weight despite their size difference. The largest iPhone 16, the Pro Max, is slightly taller, more narrow, and less thick at 6.42 by 3.06 by 0.32 inches than the Galaxy S24 Ultra (6.40 by 3.11 by 0.34 inches). Apple's offering is also lighter at 7.99 ounces versus the S24 Ultra's 8.22 ounces. Regarding toughness, every iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 is rated [IP68,](https://www.pcmag.com/how-to/dust-resistant-waterproof-making-sense-of-gadget-ratings) so they are virtually dust and waterproof. Apple's new Ceramic Shield glass covers the front and back of the iPhone 16 lineup, which the company says is 50% tougher than the first generation. Apple also says its newest glass is two times tougher than any smartphone glass. Corning [Gorilla Glass Victus 2](https://www.pcmag.com/news/cornings-gorilla-glass-victus-2-will-feature-on-samsungs-galaxy-s23-series) protects the Galaxy S24 and S24+, while the S24 Ultra uses Victus 2 on the rear and the tougher [Gorilla Armor](https://www.corning.com/gorillaglass/worldwide/en/corning-gorilla-armor.html "(Opens in a new tab)") on the front. Apple uses aluminum frames for the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus but employs titanium in the Pro line. Similarly, Samsung relies on Armor Aluminum for the S24 and S24+ and upgrades the S24 Ultra to titanium. The metals may be a draw, but if Apple's glass is as tough as it says, the iPhone 16 could be tougher than the S24 lineup. Winner: Tie * ## Controls: Does Either Stand Out? All of this year's iPhones feature a customizable action button and a new, small touchpad called Camera Control, which is in addition to the standard power button and volume rocker. Camera Control is aptly named as it lets you control camera functions with a tap or slide. Some advanced features are slated for a future update. ![Apple iPhone 16](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20/%3E%3C/svg%3E) iPhone 16 with Camera Control (Credit: Angela Moscaritolo) The S24 Ultra is the only device in the S24 lineup that includes an S Pen stylus, which allows you to jot down notes. If dedicated buttons or a stylus garage excites you, you will have an easier time choosing a device. ![Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra with S Pen](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20/%3E%3C/svg%3E) Galaxy S24 Ultra with S Pen (Credit: Iyaz Akhtar) The iPhone 16, like the iPhone 15 before it, no longer supports physical SIM cards and must be activated with an [eSIM](https://www.pcmag.com/explainers/what-is-an-esim-card). However, the Galaxy S24 series supports both a physical SIM and eSIM. Typically, eSIM installations require a few taps of a screen, while a physical SIM requires a paper clip. Some find the latter more convenient than the former. Winner: Tie * ## Display: Time to Nitpick All seven phones have high-resolution, pixel-dense OLED displays for crisp, detailed pictures in vivid colors. Let's focus on the key differences. The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus use a panel with a [fixed 60Hz](https://www.pcmag.com/opinions/if-200-android-phones-can-have-fast-displays-the-800-iphone-16-should-too) refresh rate and do not feature an always-on display. Always-on displays have been a feature of many Android devices for several years and are helpful for glanceable information like time and notifications. The more expensive 16 Pro models have screens with variable refresh rates ranging from 1Hz to 120Hz (what Apple calls ProMotion), allowing for smoother animations and a power-efficient always-on display. Meanwhile, every Samsung Galaxy S24 model features adaptive refresh rates of 1Hz to 120Hz and an always-on display. Apple's iPhone 16 lineup maxes out at 2,000 nits at its peak, while all the S24 phones reach a brighter 2,600 nits. These bright screens are capable of overcoming strong external light, which is great on a sunny day. Both companies offer a variety of screen sizes, so there is a device to fit every hand. The Galaxy S24's 6.1-inch display is the smallest, while the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the largest at 6.9 inches. Please take a look at our charts for all the display details. Since every Galaxy S24 features a variable refresh rate and exceeds the iPhone 16 in brightness, Samsung gets the win here. Winner: Galaxy S24 ![Newsletter Icon](https://www.pcmag.com/images/newsletter-envelope.svg) ![Newsletter Icon](https://www.pcmag.com/images/newsletter-envelope.svg) Get Our Best Stories\! ### A Smart, Bold Take on the Wireless World ![ios 26](https://i.pcmag.com/imagery/newsletters/21056617-contextual.fit_lpad.size_250x140.v1759414430.png) Sign up for the Fully Mobilized newsletter to get our top mobile stories delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for the Fully Mobilized newsletter to get our top mobile stories delivered right to your inbox. By clicking Sign Me Up, you confirm you are 16+ and agree to our [Terms of Use](https://www.pcmag.com/terms) and [Privacy Policy](https://www.pcmag.com/privacy). Thanks for signing up\! Your subscription has been confirmed. Keep an eye on your inbox\! * ## Speed: Turbo Thrusters or Super Chargers? We have yet to benchmark the iPhone 16 series, but historically, Apple-made processors outperform the latest from Qualcomm. The entire Galaxy S24 line is powered by the same chip, the [Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3](https://www.pcmag.com/news/qualcomm-goes-all-in-on-ai-for-snapdragon-8-gen-3-mobile-processor) for Galaxy. It handles the most demanding tasks easily, which makes for an excellent overall experience no matter which model you get. Apple says its new chips are built for Apple Intelligence, and the successors to the A16 Bionic and A17 Pro are a huge leap forward. The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus use the Apple A18 processor, while the more powerful 16 Pro and Pro Max put the A18 Pro processor to work. Both offer improved CPU and GPU performance compared with the A16 Bionic and A17 Pro chips, which were already outstanding in their performance. ![Apple A18 Pro Chip](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20/%3E%3C/svg%3E) Apple A18 Pro (Credit: Apple) Benchmarks tell only so much of the story. In the real world, responsiveness and results are key. The newest iPhones are banking on Apple Intelligence to separate them from the pack, and how well they perform will impact perception. We've found that [Galaxy AI](https://www.pcmag.com/news/galaxy-ai-20-the-best-ai-features-in-the-z-flip-and-fold-6-ring-and-watch), Samsung's suite of AI tools, provides useful productivity boosts and fun features that make the S24 enjoyable to use. If Apple Intelligence works like the demos, it could give Apple a leg up here over Samsung (and maybe even Google). On the gaming front, Apple says the iPhone 16 is capable of running console-level games, while the Galaxy S24 series makes short work of even the most resource-intensive games. Winner: Apple (likely) * ## Camera: Pros or Creators? Apple and Samsung flagships produce excellent photographs thanks to their combination of high-end hardware and intelligent software. Additionally, both companies invested in AI image editing tools for improved final photos. Apple's new iPhones are all capable of capturing spatial photos and videos that are viewable on the [Apple Vision Pro](https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/apple-vision-pro). Apple differs from Samsung in one crucial way when it comes to video. While Samsung caters to the social creator crowd, Apple touts the ability to use the iPhone as an honest-to-goodness professional video camera—particularly the iPhone 16 Pro. It is capable of shooting ProRes video at up to 4K resolution at 120 frames per second (fps) when using an external recording device. The Galaxy S24 series can also capture 4K120fps video, though its files are compressed. Additionally, the entire S24 lineup can capture 8K video, something not possible on any iPhone 16. ![Apple iPhone 16](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20/%3E%3C/svg%3E) iPhone 16 (Credit: Angela Moscaritolo) Here is the camera hardware breakdown: The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus use the same rear dual-camera array. There is the 48MP f/1.6 main shooter that Apple calls a Fusion camera since the same sensor can take 48MP images at 1x, 12MP images at 2x, or combined 24MP images that blend the detail of all 48MP with the light-capturing power of the 12MP binned sensor. The 12MP ultrawide camera features a 120-degree field of view for expansive landscapes and funky closeups, and supports macro shooting. The Pro line also features a similar 48MP main shooter, though its aperture is at f/1.78. It can produce 48MP or 24MP images, while the lens can also produce 12MP 2x telephoto pictures. The 48MP ultrawide offers a 120-degree field of view and full-resolution pictures. A dedicated 12MP 5x optical telephoto lens using Apple's [tetraprism tech](https://www.pcmag.com/news/the-iphone-15-pro-max-has-a-tetraprism-camera-what-the-heck-is-that) is in both iPhone 16 Pro models. ![Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, S24+, and S24](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20/%3E%3C/svg%3E) Left to right: Galaxy S24 Ultra, S24+, and S24 (Credit: Eric Zeman) The Galaxy S24 and S24+ have identical rear camera arrays with a 50MP f/1.8 main shooter, a 12MP f/2.2 ultra-wide camera with a 120-degree field of view, and a 10MP f/2.4 telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom. We will have to see how Apple's telephoto equivalent images compare to Samsung's in testing. The S24 Ultra has the same ultra-wide and telephoto lenses as the other S24s but upgrades to a 200MP main camera and adds a second 50MP telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom. The world of front-facing cameras is not as glamorous. All iPhone 16 phones use a 12MP f/1.9 front-facing camera, while the S24 series uses a 12MP f/2.2 selfie cam. Considering the amount of image processing done on these phones, it is difficult to make a judgment simply on specs without actual samples to look at. Winner: Too early to tell * ## Battery Life: Which Outlasts the Other? We have yet to put the iPhone 16 lineup through our battery tests, but last year, Apple claimed 16 hours of battery life for the iPhone 15, and that is what we found in testing. This year, Apple says the iPhone 16 will reach 18 hours of battery life, with the 16 Plus getting 24 hours, the 16 Pro reaching 22 hours, and the 16 Pro Max maxing out at 29 hours. Every iPhone 16 supports MagSafe wireless charging at up to 25W, Qi2 charging at up to 15W, and regular Qi charging at 7.5W. The company did not disclose battery size or wireless charging speed. The Galaxy S24 has a 4,000mAh battery that charges at 25W wired. The S24+ has a 4,900mAh battery and the S24 Ultra has a 5,000mAh battery, both of which charge at a faster 45W wired. We found the S24 lasted 13 hours and 5 minutes in testing, and the S24+ and S24 Ultra endured 14 hours and 10 minutes. If Apple's claims are accurate, the new iPhones would surpass the Galaxy S24. Winner: Too early to tell * ## Software Support: Five Years (Maybe) vs. Seven Apple supports its iPhones with updates for at least several years, though it does not make specific claims. According to a UK [filing](https://regulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/file?fileId=securityTelecommunication%2FiPhone%2015%20Pro%20Max%20%28Model%20A3106%29_V0.pdf "(Opens in a new tab)"), the iPhone 15 is officially supported for a [minimum of five years](https://www.androidauthority.com/iphone-software-support-commitment-3449135/ "(Opens in a new tab)") from the first supply date. However, a maximum support term is still unknown. Samsung, on the other hand, explicitly states that the Galaxy S24 series will receive seven years of OS updates and security patches. Either way, your phone will be updated for longer than most. Winner: Galaxy S24 * ## Verdict: Check Back Soon, But You Can't Go Wrong The new iPhones appear to be incredibly competitive with the Samsung Galaxy S24 series from afar. If the devices live up to Apple's claims—particularly where Apple Intelligence is concerned—then the iPhone 16 Pro phones could usher in a new era of mobile creativity and practicality. Samsung's Galaxy AI leans pretty hard on Google and is currently available across the Galaxy S24 line and other Samsung devices. Until we get a chance to put the four iPhone 16 phones through their paces, we can't deliver a definitive verdict, so check back soon for a more in-depth assessment. Until then, read up on details about the new [Apple Watch Series 10](https://www.pcmag.com/comparisons/apple-watch-series-10-vs-series-9), [AirPods 4](https://www.pcmag.com/news/apples-latest-airpods-promise-overhauled-audio-noise-cancellation), and [more from Apple's Glowtime event](https://www.pcmag.com/news/everything-apple-announced-at-its-iphone-16-glowtime-event). ![Apple iPhone 16 Hands On](https://cdn.ex.co/transformations/production/aee7938a-665f-49e1-be23-af771dbb660b/thumbnail-720.webp) ![PCMag Logo](https://www.pcmag.com/images/pcmag.svg) Apple iPhone 16 Hands On ## About Our Expert ![Iyaz Akhtar](https://i.pcmag.com/imagery/authors/06Yk09NwEZoLUsNJIQ4ajtj.fit_lim.size_100x100.v1723495631.jpg) Iyaz Akhtar Mobile Writer * Experience I've been into technology for as long as I can remember. As a PCMag mobile writer, I get to test the newest phones and tablets. 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Readable Markdown	![Apple iPhone 16](https://i.pcmag.com/imagery/comparisons/05B9y1Ijab5ehOBivd8ezt2-item1.fit_lim.size_640x358.v1725974750.jpg) ## Apple iPhone 16 4\.5 Bottom Line The iPhone 16 packs a lot of power with a brand-new processor built from the ground up to run Apple Intelligence, the company's big bet on AI. VS ![Samsung Galaxy S24](https://i.pcmag.com/imagery/reviews/02Ig9Lw2jKZskpX49Au2LOW-11.fit_lim.size_640x358.v1707149821.jpg) ## Samsung Galaxy S24 4\.0 Bottom Line The Samsung Galaxy S24 line combines a fast processor, a bright display, sharp cameras, and helpful AI tools in three different sizes. ## Table of Contents The Apple [iPhone 16](https://www.pcmag.com/news/a-bright-pink-iphone-16-yes-please-hands-on-with-apples-latest-iphones) lineup is finally here. Apple's latest smartphones pack a punch thanks to new silicon, tougher glass, and smarter software. The phones compete directly with Samsung's [Galaxy S24](https://www.pcmag.com/news/samsung-galaxy-s24-vs-s24-plus-vs-s24-ultra-what-is-difference) family, some of the top Android phones available. We have yet to test Apple's latest devices, but the specs and marketing claims from Apple give us a good idea of what to expect. With that in mind, here's how the phones stack up on paper. * * * ## Pricing The iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 lineups include seven phones. The entry-level iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 with 128GB of storage are both \$799, while the most expensive models are the \$1,599 iPhone 16 Pro Max and the \$1,659 Galaxy S24 Ultra—both with 1TB of storage. Here are the starting prices for each phone: - Apple iPhone 16, \$799; iPhone 16 Plus, \$899; iPhone 16 Pro, \$999; iPhone 16 Pro Max, \$1,199 - Samsung [Galaxy S24](https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/samsung-galaxy-s24), \$799; [Galaxy S24+](https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/samsung-galaxy-s24-plus), \$999; [Galaxy S24 Ultra](https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/samsung-galaxy-s24-ultra), \$1,299 Adding more storage increases the price of each device. In dollars and cents, the iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 series are relatively close, though Samsung charges the most for its 1TB model. Winner: Tie * ## Design: Which Grabs the Eye? Apart from the boxy Galaxy S24 Ultra, every Galaxy S24 and iPhone 16 shares a similar and familiar rounded rectangle shape. Displays dominate the front of these phones with little bezel surrounding the screens, though Samsung's in-display front-facing camera is in a small, circular cavity while Apple embraces its pill-shaped Dynamic Island. Beyond the camera, the Dynamic Island also houses components that make Face ID possible. Samsung still uses an under-display fingerprint sensor as its most secure biometric option. ![Samsung Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20/%3E%3C/svg%3E) Left to right: Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra (Credit: Eric Zeman) The two lineups differ more obviously from the rear. The iPhone 16 places its dual cameras within a vertical camera bump, while the iPhone 16 Pro features a squarish assembly for its triple-rear cameras. Meanwhile, Samsung's phones feature a flat back with circular camera rings lined up vertically on the top left. When it comes to overall looks, design is completely subjective. In terms of sizing, the iPhone 16 measures 5.81 by 2.82 by 0.31 inches (HWD) and weighs 6.00 ounces. The 16 Pro is a little larger and much heavier, measuring 5.89 by 2.81 by 0.32 inches and 7.03 ounces. The Samsung Galaxy S24 is the smallest and lightest in its family, measuring 5.79 by 2.78 by 0.30 inches and 5.93 ounces. ![Five iPhone 16 units](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20/%3E%3C/svg%3E) iPhone 16 (Credit: Angela Moscaritolo) The second-largest iPhone is the 16 Plus, which measures 6.33 by 3.06 by 0.31 inches and weighs 7.03 ounces. Samsung's medium-size S24+ is a bit smaller, measuring 6.24 by 2.99 by 0.30 inches and weighing 6.95 ounces. Note that the iPhone 16 Plus and iPhone 16 Pro share the same weight despite their size difference. The largest iPhone 16, the Pro Max, is slightly taller, more narrow, and less thick at 6.42 by 3.06 by 0.32 inches than the Galaxy S24 Ultra (6.40 by 3.11 by 0.34 inches). Apple's offering is also lighter at 7.99 ounces versus the S24 Ultra's 8.22 ounces. Regarding toughness, every iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24 is rated [IP68,](https://www.pcmag.com/how-to/dust-resistant-waterproof-making-sense-of-gadget-ratings) so they are virtually dust and waterproof. Apple's new Ceramic Shield glass covers the front and back of the iPhone 16 lineup, which the company says is 50% tougher than the first generation. Apple also says its newest glass is two times tougher than any smartphone glass. Corning [Gorilla Glass Victus 2](https://www.pcmag.com/news/cornings-gorilla-glass-victus-2-will-feature-on-samsungs-galaxy-s23-series) protects the Galaxy S24 and S24+, while the S24 Ultra uses Victus 2 on the rear and the tougher [Gorilla Armor](https://www.corning.com/gorillaglass/worldwide/en/corning-gorilla-armor.html "(Opens in a new tab)") on the front. Apple uses aluminum frames for the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus but employs titanium in the Pro line. Similarly, Samsung relies on Armor Aluminum for the S24 and S24+ and upgrades the S24 Ultra to titanium. The metals may be a draw, but if Apple's glass is as tough as it says, the iPhone 16 could be tougher than the S24 lineup. Winner: Tie * ## Controls: Does Either Stand Out? All of this year's iPhones feature a customizable action button and a new, small touchpad called Camera Control, which is in addition to the standard power button and volume rocker. Camera Control is aptly named as it lets you control camera functions with a tap or slide. Some advanced features are slated for a future update. ![Apple iPhone 16](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20/%3E%3C/svg%3E) iPhone 16 with Camera Control (Credit: Angela Moscaritolo) The S24 Ultra is the only device in the S24 lineup that includes an S Pen stylus, which allows you to jot down notes. If dedicated buttons or a stylus garage excites you, you will have an easier time choosing a device. ![Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra with S Pen](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20/%3E%3C/svg%3E) Galaxy S24 Ultra with S Pen (Credit: Iyaz Akhtar) The iPhone 16, like the iPhone 15 before it, no longer supports physical SIM cards and must be activated with an [eSIM](https://www.pcmag.com/explainers/what-is-an-esim-card). However, the Galaxy S24 series supports both a physical SIM and eSIM. Typically, eSIM installations require a few taps of a screen, while a physical SIM requires a paper clip. Some find the latter more convenient than the former. Winner: Tie * ## Display: Time to Nitpick All seven phones have high-resolution, pixel-dense OLED displays for crisp, detailed pictures in vivid colors. Let's focus on the key differences. The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus use a panel with a [fixed 60Hz](https://www.pcmag.com/opinions/if-200-android-phones-can-have-fast-displays-the-800-iphone-16-should-too) refresh rate and do not feature an always-on display. Always-on displays have been a feature of many Android devices for several years and are helpful for glanceable information like time and notifications. The more expensive 16 Pro models have screens with variable refresh rates ranging from 1Hz to 120Hz (what Apple calls ProMotion), allowing for smoother animations and a power-efficient always-on display. Meanwhile, every Samsung Galaxy S24 model features adaptive refresh rates of 1Hz to 120Hz and an always-on display. Apple's iPhone 16 lineup maxes out at 2,000 nits at its peak, while all the S24 phones reach a brighter 2,600 nits. These bright screens are capable of overcoming strong external light, which is great on a sunny day. Both companies offer a variety of screen sizes, so there is a device to fit every hand. The Galaxy S24's 6.1-inch display is the smallest, while the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the largest at 6.9 inches. Please take a look at our charts for all the display details. Since every Galaxy S24 features a variable refresh rate and exceeds the iPhone 16 in brightness, Samsung gets the win here. Winner: Galaxy S24 ![Newsletter Icon](https://www.pcmag.com/images/newsletter-envelope.svg) ![Newsletter Icon](https://www.pcmag.com/images/newsletter-envelope.svg) Get Our Best Stories\! ### A Smart, Bold Take on the Wireless World ![ios 26](https://i.pcmag.com/imagery/newsletters/21056617-contextual.fit_lpad.size_250x140.v1759414430.png) Thanks for signing up\! Your subscription has been confirmed. Keep an eye on your inbox\! * ## Speed: Turbo Thrusters or Super Chargers? We have yet to benchmark the iPhone 16 series, but historically, Apple-made processors outperform the latest from Qualcomm. The entire Galaxy S24 line is powered by the same chip, the [Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3](https://www.pcmag.com/news/qualcomm-goes-all-in-on-ai-for-snapdragon-8-gen-3-mobile-processor) for Galaxy. It handles the most demanding tasks easily, which makes for an excellent overall experience no matter which model you get. Apple says its new chips are built for Apple Intelligence, and the successors to the A16 Bionic and A17 Pro are a huge leap forward. The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus use the Apple A18 processor, while the more powerful 16 Pro and Pro Max put the A18 Pro processor to work. Both offer improved CPU and GPU performance compared with the A16 Bionic and A17 Pro chips, which were already outstanding in their performance. ![Apple A18 Pro Chip](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20/%3E%3C/svg%3E) Apple A18 Pro (Credit: Apple) Benchmarks tell only so much of the story. In the real world, responsiveness and results are key. The newest iPhones are banking on Apple Intelligence to separate them from the pack, and how well they perform will impact perception. We've found that [Galaxy AI](https://www.pcmag.com/news/galaxy-ai-20-the-best-ai-features-in-the-z-flip-and-fold-6-ring-and-watch), Samsung's suite of AI tools, provides useful productivity boosts and fun features that make the S24 enjoyable to use. If Apple Intelligence works like the demos, it could give Apple a leg up here over Samsung (and maybe even Google). On the gaming front, Apple says the iPhone 16 is capable of running console-level games, while the Galaxy S24 series makes short work of even the most resource-intensive games. Winner: Apple (likely) * ## Camera: Pros or Creators? Apple and Samsung flagships produce excellent photographs thanks to their combination of high-end hardware and intelligent software. Additionally, both companies invested in AI image editing tools for improved final photos. Apple's new iPhones are all capable of capturing spatial photos and videos that are viewable on the [Apple Vision Pro](https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/apple-vision-pro). Apple differs from Samsung in one crucial way when it comes to video. While Samsung caters to the social creator crowd, Apple touts the ability to use the iPhone as an honest-to-goodness professional video camera—particularly the iPhone 16 Pro. It is capable of shooting ProRes video at up to 4K resolution at 120 frames per second (fps) when using an external recording device. The Galaxy S24 series can also capture 4K120fps video, though its files are compressed. Additionally, the entire S24 lineup can capture 8K video, something not possible on any iPhone 16. ![Apple iPhone 16](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20/%3E%3C/svg%3E) iPhone 16 (Credit: Angela Moscaritolo) Here is the camera hardware breakdown: The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus use the same rear dual-camera array. There is the 48MP f/1.6 main shooter that Apple calls a Fusion camera since the same sensor can take 48MP images at 1x, 12MP images at 2x, or combined 24MP images that blend the detail of all 48MP with the light-capturing power of the 12MP binned sensor. The 12MP ultrawide camera features a 120-degree field of view for expansive landscapes and funky closeups, and supports macro shooting. The Pro line also features a similar 48MP main shooter, though its aperture is at f/1.78. It can produce 48MP or 24MP images, while the lens can also produce 12MP 2x telephoto pictures. The 48MP ultrawide offers a 120-degree field of view and full-resolution pictures. A dedicated 12MP 5x optical telephoto lens using Apple's [tetraprism tech](https://www.pcmag.com/news/the-iphone-15-pro-max-has-a-tetraprism-camera-what-the-heck-is-that) is in both iPhone 16 Pro models. ![Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, S24+, and S24](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%20432'%3E%3Crect%20fill='%23f7f7f7'%20/%3E%3C/svg%3E) Left to right: Galaxy S24 Ultra, S24+, and S24 (Credit: Eric Zeman) The Galaxy S24 and S24+ have identical rear camera arrays with a 50MP f/1.8 main shooter, a 12MP f/2.2 ultra-wide camera with a 120-degree field of view, and a 10MP f/2.4 telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom. We will have to see how Apple's telephoto equivalent images compare to Samsung's in testing. The S24 Ultra has the same ultra-wide and telephoto lenses as the other S24s but upgrades to a 200MP main camera and adds a second 50MP telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom. The world of front-facing cameras is not as glamorous. All iPhone 16 phones use a 12MP f/1.9 front-facing camera, while the S24 series uses a 12MP f/2.2 selfie cam. Considering the amount of image processing done on these phones, it is difficult to make a judgment simply on specs without actual samples to look at. Winner: Too early to tell * ## Battery Life: Which Outlasts the Other? We have yet to put the iPhone 16 lineup through our battery tests, but last year, Apple claimed 16 hours of battery life for the iPhone 15, and that is what we found in testing. This year, Apple says the iPhone 16 will reach 18 hours of battery life, with the 16 Plus getting 24 hours, the 16 Pro reaching 22 hours, and the 16 Pro Max maxing out at 29 hours. Every iPhone 16 supports MagSafe wireless charging at up to 25W, Qi2 charging at up to 15W, and regular Qi charging at 7.5W. The company did not disclose battery size or wireless charging speed. The Galaxy S24 has a 4,000mAh battery that charges at 25W wired. The S24+ has a 4,900mAh battery and the S24 Ultra has a 5,000mAh battery, both of which charge at a faster 45W wired. We found the S24 lasted 13 hours and 5 minutes in testing, and the S24+ and S24 Ultra endured 14 hours and 10 minutes. If Apple's claims are accurate, the new iPhones would surpass the Galaxy S24. Winner: Too early to tell * ## Software Support: Five Years (Maybe) vs. Seven Apple supports its iPhones with updates for at least several years, though it does not make specific claims. According to a UK [filing](https://regulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/file?fileId=securityTelecommunication%2FiPhone%2015%20Pro%20Max%20%28Model%20A3106%29_V0.pdf "(Opens in a new tab)"), the iPhone 15 is officially supported for a [minimum of five years](https://www.androidauthority.com/iphone-software-support-commitment-3449135/ "(Opens in a new tab)") from the first supply date. However, a maximum support term is still unknown. Samsung, on the other hand, explicitly states that the Galaxy S24 series will receive seven years of OS updates and security patches. Either way, your phone will be updated for longer than most. Winner: Galaxy S24 *** ## Verdict: Check Back Soon, But You Can't Go Wrong The new iPhones appear to be incredibly competitive with the Samsung Galaxy S24 series from afar. If the devices live up to Apple's claims—particularly where Apple Intelligence is concerned—then the iPhone 16 Pro phones could usher in a new era of mobile creativity and practicality. Samsung's Galaxy AI leans pretty hard on Google and is currently available across the Galaxy S24 line and other Samsung devices. Until we get a chance to put the four iPhone 16 phones through their paces, we can't deliver a definitive verdict, so check back soon for a more in-depth assessment. Until then, read up on details about the new [Apple Watch Series 10](https://www.pcmag.com/comparisons/apple-watch-series-10-vs-series-9), [AirPods 4](https://www.pcmag.com/news/apples-latest-airpods-promise-overhauled-audio-noise-cancellation), and [more from Apple's Glowtime event](https://www.pcmag.com/news/everything-apple-announced-at-its-iphone-16-glowtime-event). ![Apple iPhone 16 Hands On](https://cdn.ex.co/transformations/production/aee7938a-665f-49e1-be23-af771dbb660b/thumbnail-720.webp) ![PCMag Logo](https://www.pcmag.com/images/pcmag.svg) Apple iPhone 16 Hands On
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