Technology Desk: Apple has launched iPhone 18 Pro in India along with the global market. The new model is similar to last year's iPhone 17 Pro in many respects. However, changes are seen in the processor, camera and software.
The new Apple A20 Pro processor has been given in iPhone 18 Pro. Whereas A19 Pro chip is available in iPhone 17 Pro. Both phones have a 6.3 inch OLED display. Let us understand the difference in the features and price of both the phones.
What is the difference in price?
The price of 256GB model of iPhone 18 Pro is Rs 1,64,900. Its 512GB model comes for Rs 1,89,900.
The price of its 1TB model is Rs 2,39,900. Whereas for 2TB storage model, you will have to spend Rs 3,14,900.
On the other hand, the 256GB model of iPhone 17 Pro was launched for Rs 1,34,900. Its 512GB model came for Rs 1,54,900.
That means there is a difference of Rs 30,000 between the two phones in the starting price itself.
No major change in display
iPhone 18 Pro has a 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display. Its resolution is 2622×1206 pixels.
The refresh rate of the screen is 120Hz. Its peak brightness is up to 3000 nits.
The iPhone 17 Pro also has a 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR OLED screen. Its resolution and refresh rate are also the same.
It also has a peak brightness of up to 3000 nits. That means both phones are quite similar in terms of display.
New processor will provide more power
Apple's new A20 Pro processor is provided in iPhone 18 Pro. This is an upgrade to the A19 Pro chip found in the previous model.
Whereas A19 Pro processor is available in iPhone 17 Pro. In such a situation, iPhone 18 Pro is expected to be ahead in terms of performance.
iPhone 18 Pro comes with iOS 27
The new model is also ahead in terms of software. iOS 27 is given in iPhone 18 Pro.
Whereas iPhone 17 Pro runs on iOS 26. That means Apple's latest operating system is available in the new model.
There was a change in the camera also
Triple camera setup is provided in the rear of iPhone 18 Pro. It has a 48MP Fusion primary camera.
The special thing is that variable aperture has been given in the primary camera. A 48MP ultra-wide camera is available with it.
The phone also has a 48MP telephoto camera. There is an 18MP front camera for selfies and video calls.
iPhone 17 Pro also has three 48MP cameras
Triple rear camera setup is also available in iPhone 17 Pro. It has a 48MP Fusion primary camera.
Apart from this, 48MP Fusion ultra-wide and 48MP Fusion telephoto camera has been provided. An 18MP front camera is available for selfie.
That means both phones are quite similar in terms of megapixels. Variable aperture is a major change in the iPhone 18 Pro.
Slight difference in weight of both phones
The length of iPhone 18 Pro is 150mm and width is 71.9mm. Its thickness is 8.75mm. The weight of the phone is 211 grams.
The length of iPhone 17 Pro is also 150mm. Its width is 71.9mm and thickness is 8.75mm. Its weight is 204 grams.
That means the new iPhone 18 Pro is about 7 grams heavier.
What will you get in connectivity?
iPhone 18 Pro supports 5G, Bluetooth 6 and Wi-Fi 7. It also has NFC, GPS and USB Type-C port.
iPhone 17 Pro also has 5G and Wi-Fi 7. It has Bluetooth 6, GPS, eSIM and USB Type-C port.
iPhone 18 Pro vs iPhone 17 Pro: What changed?
Overall, the biggest change in iPhone 18 Pro is seen in the processor and camera setup. It has A20 Pro chip and main camera with variable aperture.
Apart from this, iOS 27 is also new. However, there has been no major change in the display and size of the phone.
There is an initial difference of Rs 30 thousand in the price. In such a situation, how important the new features are for those upgrading from iPhone 17 Pro will depend on their needs.
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