Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S24 FE
Apple's iPhone 16 Pro commands a $349 premium with meaningful advantages in processing power, camera versatility, and display technology. Its A18 Pro chipset significantly outperforms the Exynos 2400e, while the 48MP telephoto with 5x optical zoom and superior video capabilities (4K@120fps Dolby Vision) excel for content creation. Display brightness reaches 2000 nits versus 1900, and the titanium construction feels more premium. Samsung's Galaxy S24 FE counters with a larger 6.7-inch display, more capacious 4700mAh battery, and exceptional value at $649.99. Its 50MP main camera with OIS and Dynamic AMOLED panel deliver excellent everyday performance. For professionals and video enthusiasts, the iPhone 16 Pro justifies its cost through superior computational photography and processing. Budget-conscious users seeking a capable all-rounder will find the S24 FE delivers impressive features at nearly two-thirds the price, making it the smarter choice for most consumers.
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S24 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 18 | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 199 g | 213 g |
| Material | Titanium frame | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 149.6 x 71.5 x 8.25 mm | 162.0 x 77.3 x 8.0 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@120fps Dolby Vision | 4K@60fps |
| Telephoto | 12 MP 5x | 8 MP 3x optical |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 3582 mAh | 4700 mAh |
| Charging | 27W wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | 25W MagSafe | 15W |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.3 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED, LTPO | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2622 x 1206 | 2340 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2000 | 1900 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Deca-core (1x3.1 GHz + 2x2.9 GHz + 3x2.6 GHz + 4x1.95 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (6-core) | Xclipse 940 |
| Chipset | Apple A18 Pro | Exynos 2400e |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Pros
- Compact Pro form factor with larger 6.3-inch display
- Same A18 Pro chip as Pro Max
- 5x telephoto now on smaller Pro model
- Excellent video recording capabilities
- Premium titanium design
Cons
- Shorter battery life than Pro Max
- Expensive
- Charging speeds trail Android rivals
- Base 128 GB storage feels limiting
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE
Pros
- Galaxy AI features at a lower price point
- Larger 6.7-inch AMOLED display
- Seven years of software updates
- Includes 3x telephoto camera
- IP68 rated
Cons
- Heavier than the standard S24 lineup
- Exynos 2400e is detuned versus the S24
- Only 25W charging
- Plastic-feeling build at this price
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