The day is finally here, as Apple debuts the brand-new iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, alongside the foldable iPhone Duo. Both Pro models bring Apple's first 2nm processor, a redesigned main camera system and a noticeably smaller Dynamic Island. Also, due to the ongoing RAM crisis, both iPhones are more expensive than before.
iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max Specifications and Features
Starting with the display, both the iPhone 18 Pro and the iPhone 18 Pro Max feature Super Retina XDR LTPO+ OLED 120 Hz ProMotion panels with up to 3,000 nits of peak brightness. Apple is using Ceramic Shield to protect both phones.
The only difference between the two is the screen size: the 18 Pro brings a 6.3-inch display and the 18 Pro Max gets a large 6.9-inch screen. Another noticeable aspect of the display is the size of the Dynamic Island. Compared to the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max, the upgraded Dynamic Island can now show three Live Activities at once.
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For performance, Apple is using its latest A20 Pro chipset, built on TSMC's 2nm process. Apple claims the new chip is up to 40% faster and 50% more memory bandwidth than the A19 Pro processor.
The A20 Pro also uses Wafer-Level Multi-Chip Module (WMCM) packaging, which integrates RAM directly onto the same wafer as the CPU, GPU and Neural Engine rather than placing it adjacent.
This translates to faster Apple Intelligence and Siri AI performance and better battery life. Connectivity is handled by Apple's new C2 5G modem, which adds a Limit Precise Location privacy setting that stops carriers from pinpointing a device to an exact address.
iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max also include upgraded cooling. The new vapour chamber is 3x the size of the iPhone 17 Pro series and is paired with more heat-conductive graphite. Apple claims a 40% gain in performance compared to the iPhone 17 Pro series.
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Moving on, cameras are another area where the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max have received a huge upgrade. These are the first-ever Apple iPhones to feature a variable aperture main camera. This will help users manually control how much light reaches the sensor for greater control over exposure and depth of field.
Both phones feature a new 48 MP Fusion Sony IMX905 main sensor, paired with a 48 MP Sony IMX-972 ultra-wide angle lens and a 48 MP 3.5x Sony IMX-973 telephoto camera. The LiDAR sensor is a Sony IMX-591 unit. The entire setup is capable of recording 8K video footage.
For selfies, the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max use the same 18 MP Sony IMX-914 shooter as the iPhone 17 Pro series. Here's a quick breakdown of the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max camera setup:
| iPhone 18 Pro / iPhone 18 Pro Max | Camera Specifications |
|---|---|
| Main | 48 MP Sony IMX-905 sensor with variable aperture |
| Ultra-wide | 48 MP Sony IMX-972 sensor |
| Telephoto | 48 MP Sony IMX-973 sensor |
| Selfie | 18 MP Sony IMX-914 sensor |
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Talking about the design, the iPhone 18 Pro and the iPhone 18 Pro Max carry the same look as the current Pro models, with the large camera island on the back and an unibody aluminium frame and a glass cutout at the back.
However, the key difference lies in the back glass, which is now more transparent and seamlessly toned to match the colour of the rest of the respective iPhone. Also, the camera plateau is now thicker than the last-gen models, in order to accommodate the variable-aperture camera.
As far as battery and charging go, while the exact figures are not known at the time of writing, the iPhone 18 Pro Max features the biggest battery in the family. It is also the biggest battery in an iPhone yet.
The 18 Pro Max is rated to last up to 45 hours on a single charge in video playback. Meanwhile, the iPhone 18 Pro can deliver up to 36 hours of video playback time.
Both smartphones feature 45W wired charging (35W on the iPhone 17 Pro models) and 25W Qi 2.2 MagSafe wireless charging. Additionally, the iPhone 18 Pro and the 18 Pro Max also bring reverse wireless charging support.
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That said, here is a rundown of the key specifications of the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max side-by-side:
| Specification | iPhone 18 Pro | iPhone 18 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR LTPO+ OLED 120 Hz ProMotion | 6.9-inch Super Retina XDR LTPO+ OLED 120 Hz ProMotion |
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro (2nm) | Apple A20 Pro (2nm) |
| Rear Cameras | 48 MP Fusion Sony IMX-905 main camera with variable aperture, 48 MP Sony IMX-972 ultra-wide and 48 MP Sony IMX-973 telephoto | 48 MP Fusion Sony IMX-905 main camera with variable aperture, 48 MP Sony IMX-972 ultra-wide and 48 MP Sony IMX-973 telephoto |
| Selfie Camera | 18 MP Sony IMX-914 sensor | 18 MP Sony IMX-914 sensor |
| Battery | up to 36 hours of video playback | up to 45 hours of video playback |
| Charging | 45W wired and 25W Qi 2.2 MagSafe | 45W wired and 25W Qi 2.2 MagSafe |
| Port | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 |
| Durability | IP69 | IP69 |
| Software | iOS 27 | iOS 27 |
| Miscellaneous | Face ID, stereo speakers, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, GPS, UWB, N1 chip and C2 5G chip | Face ID, stereo speakers, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, GPS, UWB, N1 chip and C2 5G chip |
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iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max Pricing and Availability
The iPhone 18 Pro starts at Rs 1,64,900 and the iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at Rs 1,79,900 for the base 256 GB variant. Both phones also come in 512 GB, 1 TB and 2 TB storage options.
Apple has not released the pricing of the other storage models yet. Both models go on pre-order starting September 12, 2026 and come in Black, Glacier, Silver and Burgundy colour options. General sales will start from September 18, 2026.
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