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Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs ASUS ROG Phone 6: Which One Should You Buy?

ASUS ROG Phone 6 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 90.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple · 2026

Apple iPhone 18 Pro

Apple iPhone 18 Pro
89/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Asus · 2022

ASUS ROG Phone 6

ASUS ROG Phone 6
90/ 100
Launch price$999
Head-to-head

Apple iPhone 18 Pro wins 3 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
3 wins
ASUS ROG Phone 6
ASUS ROG Phone 6
2 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplay
Apple iPhone 18 ProASUS ROG Phone 6
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsApple iPhone 18 Pro
    97
    84
  • Camerafrom specsApple iPhone 18 Pro
    82
    66
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieApple iPhone 18 Pro
    88
    60
  • BatteryASUS ROG Phone 6
    51
    98
  • Displayfrom specsASUS ROG Phone 6
    88
    100
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • ASUS ROG Phone 6 has the bigger battery6,000 mAh vs 4,056 mAh
  • ASUS ROG Phone 6 has a smoother screen165 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • ASUS ROG Phone 6 has the bigger screen6.78" vs 6.3"
  • Apple iPhone 18 Pro is lighter211 g vs 239 g
  • Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a sharper selfie camera32 MP vs 12 MP
  • ASUS ROG Phone 6 has more RAM16 GB vs 12 GB
  • Apple iPhone 18 Pro has the faster chipApple A20 Pro vs Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Apple iPhone 18 Pro
  • ✓28 g lighter (211 g), easier to hold
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.3" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy ASUS ROG Phone 6
  • ✓$9000 cheaper at launch ($999 vs $9999)
  • ✓Bigger 6,000 mAh battery (+1,944 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera

Full specifications

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SpecificationApple iPhone 18 ProASUS ROG Phone 6
1. Display & Screen🏆 ASUS ROG Phone 6 Wins Display
Screen typeNot listedAMOLED
Screen Size6.3"6.78"
Resolution & DensityN/A 2448x1080 (395 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion165 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/A1,200 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Apple iPhone 18 Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A20 Pro Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedAdreno 730
Operating SystemiOS 18 Android 12
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR16 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage2048 GB256GB / 512GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Apple iPhone 18 Pro Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, 50MP Main (OIS) + 50MP Ultra-wide + Telephoto50 MP, f/1.9, OIS, Sony IMX766
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/A13 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens32 MP12 MP, f/2.45
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Apple iPhone 18 Pro Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/A173 x 77 x 10.4 mm
Weight211 g239 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedIPX4
8. Battery & Charging🏆 ASUS ROG Phone 6 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,056 mAh6,000 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/A65W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedWi-Fi 6E
BluetoothNot listed5.3
USB Port & SpeedNot listedUSB-C 3.1
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on request$999
Our verdict

ASUS ROG Phone 6 wins — BeastScore 90.0/100

After comparing all the specs, ASUS ROG Phone 6 is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 90.0 vs top rival 89.0 and Larger battery capacity: 6,000 mAh (+1,944 mAh more).

Buy Apple iPhone 18 Pro if you want

Lighter body: 211g (28g lighter in hand)

Buy ASUS ROG Phone 6 if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 90.0 vs top rival 89.0 · Larger battery capacity: 6,000 mAh (+1,944 mAh more)

Common questions

Which is better: Apple iPhone 18 Pro or ASUS ROG Phone 6?

ASUS ROG Phone 6 leads with an overall BeastScore of 90.0/100 compared to Apple iPhone 18 Pro (89.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 90.0 vs top rival 89.0 and Larger battery capacity: 6,000 mAh (+1,944 mAh more).

What are the main battery and display differences between Apple iPhone 18 Pro and ASUS ROG Phone 6?

Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 4056 mAh battery. ASUS ROG Phone 6 has a 6.78-inch display and 6000 mAh battery.

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