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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Apple iPhone 11 Pro Comparison

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

Pros & cons

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

iPhone 11 Pro

Spec data

How they compare

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

Testing & benchmarks

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

Size & weight

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

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

Common questions

Galaxy S23 Ultra vs iPhone 11 Pro: FAQ

Which is better, the Galaxy S23 Ultra or iPhone 11 Pro?
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 Galaxy S23 Ultra or iPhone 11 Pro?
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 →