Apple officially announced the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max on September 9, 2026. This guide covers every confirmed spec, price, and release detail in one place, using Apple’s own technical specifications rather than pre-launch rumors.
iPhone 18 Pro at a Glance
| Spec | iPhone 18 Pro | iPhone 18 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR, ProMotion up to 120Hz | 6.9-inch Super Retina XDR, ProMotion up to 120Hz |
| Chip | A20 Pro (6-core CPU, 7-core GPU) | A20 Pro (6-core CPU, 7-core GPU) |
| Rear cameras | 48MP Fusion Main (variable aperture), 48MP Ultra Wide, 48MP Telephoto (4x) | Same as iPhone 18 Pro |
| Battery (typical use) | Up to 24 hours | Up to 30 hours |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB |
| Colors | Black, Silver, Glacier, Burgundy | Black, Silver, Glacier, Burgundy |
| Weight | 211 g | 249 g |
| Starting price (US) | $1,199 | $1,299 |
Display
The iPhone 18 Pro has a 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display, while the iPhone 18 Pro Max steps up to 6.9 inches. Both use ProMotion technology with adaptive refresh rates up to 120Hz, up to 3000 nits of peak outdoor brightness, and the Dynamic Island.
A20 Pro Chip
The iPhone 18 Pro is powered by Apple’s new A20 Pro chip, with a 6-core CPU (2 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores) and a 7-core GPU featuring Neural Accelerators, plus a Dual 16-core Neural Engine. Apple says the chip delivers around 50 percent more memory bandwidth than its predecessor. A redesigned vapor chamber with roughly three times more surface area is intended to sustain performance for longer under heavy workloads, with Apple citing up to a 40 percent gain in sustained performance versus the previous generation.
Camera System and Variable Aperture
The headline camera change is a 48MP Fusion Main camera with a variable aperture that physically adjusts across four settings (ƒ/1.48, ƒ/1.8, ƒ/2.8, ƒ/4.0) using six laser-cut blades — a first for iPhone. It’s paired with a 48MP Fusion Ultra Wide and a 48MP Fusion Telephoto offering 4x optical zoom, for a combined 16x optical-quality zoom range. Both iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max share an identical camera system. See our full iPhone 18 Pro camera breakdown for details.
Battery Life and Charging
Apple’s U.S. specifications rate the iPhone 18 Pro for up to 24 hours of typical use and up to 36 hours of video playback, and the iPhone 18 Pro Max for up to 30 hours of typical use and up to 45 hours of video playback. Both models can reach up to 50% charge in around 15 minutes with a compatible wired setup. See our complete iPhone 18 Pro battery life guide for the full breakdown, including streamed video figures and MagSafe charging speed.
Storage Options
Both the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, and 2TB storage configurations.
Colors
The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are both available in Black, Silver, Glacier, and Burgundy. Burgundy, a deep wine-red finish, is new this year and replaces the iPhone 17 Pro’s Cosmic Orange. See our iPhone 18 Pro colors guide for more detail.
Dimensions and Weight
The iPhone 18 Pro measures 150.0 x 71.9 x 8.75mm and weighs 211 grams. The iPhone 18 Pro Max measures 163.4 x 78.0 x 8.75mm and weighs 249 grams. For a full side-by-side comparison of the two sizes, see our iPhone 18 Pro vs iPhone 18 Pro Max comparison.
Connectivity
U.S. models of the iPhone 18 Pro are eSIM-only and do not support a physical SIM tray; Apple says the freed-up internal space contributes to the improved battery ratings. Connectivity details for other regions can differ, so check Apple’s official specifications page for the exact configuration sold in your country.
Apple Intelligence, Siri AI, and iOS 27
The iPhone 18 Pro ships with iOS 27 and includes Apple Intelligence and Siri AI features, running on the A20 Pro’s Dual 16-core Neural Engine, which Apple says roughly doubles on-device AI processing power compared with the previous generation.
Release Date, Preorders, and Availability
Apple announced the iPhone 18 Pro on September 9, 2026. Preorders opened Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 5:00 a.m. PT, with availability beginning Friday, September 18, 2026. See our iPhone 18 Pro release date guide for the full timeline.
Price
The iPhone 18 Pro starts at $1,199 in the U.S. (256GB), and the iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at $1,299 (256GB) — both $100 more than their iPhone 17 Pro predecessors. See our full iPhone 18 Pro pricing breakdown, including storage tiers and trade-in offers.
Should You Upgrade?
If you’re deciding between the iPhone 18 Pro and an older iPhone, or wondering whether it was worth waiting for, see our iPhone 18 Pro buying guide and our detailed iPhone 18 Pro vs iPhone 17 Pro comparison for a balanced breakdown by use case.
The Bottom Line
The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are official, with confirmed pricing, colors, camera hardware, battery ratings, and release dates. The headline changes this generation are the variable-aperture main camera, the A20 Pro chip’s efficiency and thermal improvements, and a meaningful jump in official battery life — all backed by Apple’s own specifications rather than speculation.
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