- Apple has officially announced the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max at its event on Wednesday.
- The Geekbench 6.7 scores for the new iPhones show single-core scores of 4,719 and 4,612, and multi-core scores of 12,677 and 11,819.
- The new A20 Pro chip is built on a 2nm process, with a CPU frequency of up to 4.93GHz and 12GB RAM.
- In a comparison, the iPhone 18 Pro Max is noted for its differences in display size, weight, battery capacity, and camera specs against the Galaxy S26 Ultra.
- The upcoming MediaTek Dimensity 9600 and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 are expected to be officially announced later this month.
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max have made headlines with their impressive Geekbench scores, showcasing a 21-23% performance gain over their predecessors. The devices, powered by the A20 Pro chip, achieved single-core scores of 4,719 and 4,612, and multi-core scores of 12,677 and 11,819 respectively.123
The A20 Pro chip, built on a 2nm process, not only enhances performance but also introduces new AI features and a variable-aperture camera. This camera can adjust its aperture to improve photo quality in varying lighting conditions, a significant upgrade for photography enthusiasts. The iPhone 18 Pro Max features a three-camera setup with a 49-megapixel wide camera, a 48-megapixel ultrawide camera, and a 48-megapixel telephoto camera with 4x optical zoom.4
In addition to camera enhancements, the A20 Pro chip supports advanced gaming capabilities, ensuring smooth performance even during intensive graphics tasks. The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max also come equipped with 12GB of RAM and run on iOS 27, which is set to launch on September 14. With a starting price that positions it closely to competitors, the iPhone 18 Pro Max is poised to be a strong contender in the high-end smartphone market.
As Apple continues to innovate, the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max stand out with their blend of performance, photography, and AI capabilities, setting a new standard for flagship smartphones.
“The A20 Pro chip, built on a 2nm process, reaches 4.93GHz and includes 12GB RAM, while the iPhone 18 Pro Max features a 5,391-mAh battery and a variable-aperture camera with a 49MP wide lens. The upcoming MediaTek Dimensity 9600 scores higher in multi-core but lags in single-core.”
