Head-To-Head

If you’re in the market for a new smartphone, chances are good that it’s coming down to an iPhone vs. Samsung decision. And your timing is good, too -- because Samsung has just launched its new Galaxy S smartphones for 2021. The latest Samsung lineup includes the flagship Galaxy S21 Ultra, equipped with a huge display, advanced cameras and other upgrades on specs over previous Samsung phones. Meanwhile, Apple’s iPhone 12 has only been out for a few months and has plenty of cool new features and updated specs of its own to offer.

Still, while either the iPhone 12 or the Galaxy S21 Ultra would make a solid choice for a new smartphone, and both come with 5G, the phones have many differences that you should know about--especially when it comes to price. Which of the two phones is the better fit for your needs? What follows is the CRN Test Center comparison of Apple’s iPhone 12 vs Samsung’s Galaxy S21 Ultra on price, specs and 5G options.