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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.

Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Apple
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
$999
8.7/10
VS
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE
$650
8.1/10
Winner

Full Specifications

SpecApple iPhone 16 ProSamsung Galaxy S24 FE
SoftwareiOS 18Android 14, One UI 6.1
Body
Weight199 g213 g
MaterialTitanium frameAluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+
IP ratingIP68IP68
Dimensions149.6 x 71.5 x 8.25 mm162.0 x 77.3 x 8.0 mm
Camera
Main camera48 MP50 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Front camera12 MP10 MP, f/2.4
Video4K@120fps Dolby Vision4K@60fps
Telephoto12 MP 5x8 MP 3x optical
Ultrawide48 MP12 MP, f/2.2
Memory
RAM8 GB8 GB
Storage options128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB
Battery
Capacity3582 mAh4700 mAh
Charging27W wired25W wired
Wireless charging25W MagSafe15W
Display
Size6.3 inches6.7 inches
TypeSuper Retina XDR OLED, LTPODynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution2622 x 12062340 x 1080
Refresh rate120Hz120Hz
Brightness (nits)20001900
Processor
CPUHexa-coreDeca-core (1x3.1 GHz + 2x2.9 GHz + 3x2.6 GHz + 4x1.95 GHz)
GPUApple GPU (6-core)Xclipse 940
ChipsetApple A18 ProExynos 2400e
Connectivity
5G
NFC
USBUSB-C 3.2 Gen 2USB-C 3.2
Wi-FiWi-Fi 7Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth5.35.3

Category Scores

Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE
Value
7.1
8.9
Camera
9.1
8.3
Battery
7.2
8.6
Display
9.2
8.5
Performance
9.4
7.8

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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