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Apple iPhone 11 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Comparison

A detailed, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right phone.
Apple iPhone 11 Pro
Apple
Apple iPhone 11 Pro
9.0 / 10
Compass Score
From 40 critic reviews
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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
9.0 / 10
Compass Score
From 107 critic reviews
Full review →
Verdict

Pros & cons

iPhone 11 Pro

Galaxy S23 Ultra

A powerhouse phone featuring a versatile triple-camera system and enduring battery life.

+
Good
+ Impressive 200MP camera
+ Long-lasting battery
+ Built-in S Pen
+ Fast performance
+ Durable design
−
Not
− High price point
− Bulky design
− Charging not included
− Slight shutter lag
− Color saturation issues
Spec data

How they compare

iPhone 11 Pro
Galaxy S23 Ultra
Price (MSRP)
$999
Price (MSRP)
$1,199
OS
iOS
OS
Android
Processor
Apple A13 Bionic Hexa-core
Processor
Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) Octa-core
Camera zoom
β€”
Camera zoom
β€”
Battery life
β€”
Battery life
β€”
Wired charging
β€”
Wired charging
45W
Wireless charging
β€”
Wireless charging
10W
Display
Color
Display
Color
Software support
β€”
Software support
β€”
Repairability
β€”
Repairability
β€”
Weight
188g (6.6 oz)
Weight
234g (8.3 oz)
Fingerprint
No
Fingerprint
Yes
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value where a clear winner exists.
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Third-party data

Testing & benchmarks

iPhone 11 Pro
Galaxy S23 Ultra
DxOMark v5
β€”
DxOMark v5
140
photo 139 Β· video 137
AnTuTu v10
β€”
AnTuTu v10
β€”
GSMArena endurance
β€”
GSMArena endurance
β€”
iFixit repairability
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iFixit repairability
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Physical comparison

Size & weight

Footprint · to scale
iPhone 11 Pro
5.7" × 2.8"
Galaxy S23 Ultra
6.4" × 3.1"
Thickness · to scale
iPhone 11 Pro
0.3"
Galaxy S23 Ultra
0.4"
Height
5.7" (144 mm)
Height
6.4" (163.4 mm)
Width
2.8" (71.4 mm)
Width
3.1" (78.1 mm)
Depth
0.3" (8.1 mm)
Depth
0.4" (8.9 mm)
Weight
188g (6.6 oz)
Weight
234g (8.3 oz)
Screen
5.8"
Screen
6.8"

Dimensions shown in inches (mm). Silhouettes are proportionally scaled for visual comparison.

Common questions

iPhone 11 Pro vs Galaxy S23 Ultra: FAQ

Which is better, the iPhone 11 Pro or Galaxy S23 Ultra?
Both phones earn identical Compass Scores of 9.0, meaning critics rate them equally overall. The right choice depends entirely on which trade-offs matter more to you. Scroll through the spec-by-spec breakdown above to see where each phone pulls ahead.
Which phone is more affordable, the iPhone 11 Pro or Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The iPhone 11 Pro launches at $999, which is $200 less than the Galaxy S23 Ultra at $1,199. Street prices shift after launch, so check current deals for both phones before deciding.

Specifications sourced from manufacturers and third-party databases. Last updated October 2026. Suggest a correction →