The iPhone 15 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra are available at almost the same price on different online platforms. These are the popular flagship phones of 2024 and people now have the chance to buy any one of them at a lower price point. When comparing the iPhone 15 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, both flagship devices are powerhouses, but each one of them has its unique strengths. Here is a quick guide on which one to buy.
iPhone 15 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra: Price in India
The iPhone 15 Pro is selling on Reliance Digital platform with a starting price tag of Rs 99,900 for the 128GB storage model. The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is currently priced at Rs 99,199 on Amazon.
iPhone 15 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra: Design and Build
The iPhone 15 Pro is made with a titanium frame, which not only makes it lighter but also more durable. It retains its signature flat edges, premium glass back, and feels more compact in the hand, making it easier to handle. The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra also has a titanium frame with a flat display and curved edges. It is slightly heavier but gives a more premium feel with its larger 6.8-inch screen compared to the iPhone’s 6.1-inch display. It is also important to keep in mind that you get a stylus too with the Samsung phone, which is also the reason for its added weight.
Both the phones are IP68 rated, although Apple claims that its iPhone has more protection with support for survival rate of up to 6m in deep water compared to 1.5m for the Samsung. Nevertheless, both the devices look premium and have a unique identity, making anyone easily recognize the brand or the model.
Display
The Galaxy S24 Ultra features a larger 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10, and QHD+ resolution. You can expect a bright panel with lively colours and good viewing angles. This display is among the best you can get on any smartphone, something that can also be said for the iPhone 15 Pro.
The iPhone, while smaller with its 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display, still offers excellent clarity and colour accuracy, with support for HDR10 and Dolby Vision. It too has a 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate, providing a smooth experience for everyday use. Additionally, the bezels on both the phones are minimal. The Samsung phone has support for 2,600nits of peak brightness and you get 2,000nits of peak brightness in iPhone.
Performance
The iPhone 15 Pro is powered by the A17 Pro chip, which is a performance beast, particularly optimised for tasks like gaming, photography, and AI-based processes. It delivers a smooth multitasking experience and even has support for Apple Intelligence. On the other hand, the Galaxy S24 Ultra is equipped with Qualcomm’s powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, offering superb performance. However, the A17 Pro still slightly edges out in terms of raw power and efficiency.
Cameras
If photography is your priority, the Galaxy S24 Ultra leads with its versatile quad-camera setup, featuring a 200-megapixel main sensor, 5x optical zoom, and ultra-wide capabilities. It has an incredible zoom functionality, which offers clarity even at long distances, making it great for capturing detailed landscapes or far-off subjects. The iPhone 15 Pro, while offering a more modest 48-megapixel main sensor (and even supports 3x optical zoom), is known for its natural colour reproduction and reliable image quality. Its computational photography is excellent, and the Photonic Engine ensures sharp and vibrant photos in various lighting conditions.
Software
The iPhone 15 Pro runs on iOS 18, offering a great experience within the Apple ecosystem. If you already own an Apple Watch, Mac, or iPad, the integration between devices is unbeatable and you get a stable experience for years. Features like AirDrop, Continuity, and FaceTime all work flawlessly. The Galaxy S24 Ultra runs on One UI 6, based on Android 14. It is highly customisable, and offers a lot of utility features to users. The experience is different on both devices but equally polished.
Battery life, charging
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra comes with a larger 5,000mAh battery, generally providing more endurance compared to the iPhone 15 Pro’s smaller 4,441mAh battery. The S24 Ultra can last for almost a day with heavy use, while the iPhone, though efficient, may need a charge by the end of a demanding day. Both devices offer fast charging, but the S24 Ultra supports faster wired charging (up to 45W), while the iPhone 15 Pro is capped at 20W.
