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Here are the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max Geekbench scores

Apple is releasing the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max on Friday, following unveilings last week. Benchmark testing reveals that the A20 Pro chip powering the new lineup achieves high single-core scores on Geekbench 7. These processing numbers place the mobile hardware ahead of certain desktop central processing units. Customers upgrading from older devices like the iPhone 14 Pro will encounter substantial generational improvements across the device. Pre-orders for the flagship smartphones opened on Saturday, September 12, 2026, alongside upcoming competitor hardware adjustments.

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  • Apple unveiled the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max last week.
  • The iPhone 18 Pro lineup launches on Friday.
  • The Apple A20 Pro processor powers the iPhone 18 Pro lineup.
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New benchmark data confirms the A20 Pro single-core score of 4,006 on Geekbench 7.

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  1. iPhone 18 Pro Benchmarks Highlight A20 Pro Performance

    Apple is releasing the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max on Friday, following unveilings last week. Benchmark testing reveals that the A20 Pro chip powering the new lineup achieves high single-core scores on Geekbench 7. These processing numbers place the mobile hardware ahead of certain desktop central processing units. Customers upgrading from older devices like the iPhone 14 Pro will encounter substantial generational improvements across the device. Pre-orders for the flagship smartphones opened on Saturday, September 12, 2026, alongside upcoming competitor hardware adjustments.

    Why it matters

    The performance benchmarks demonstrate how smartphone silicon continues to close the gap with traditional computing architecture. Apple unveiled the new pro lineup alongside 10 new features ahead of Friday's physical release. Competitors are already adjusting pricing on rival models such as the Galaxy S26 and Pixel 11 series in response to the hardware drop.

    What is confirmed

    • Apple unveiled the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max last week.
    • The iPhone 18 Pro lineup launches on Friday.
    • The Apple A20 Pro processor powers the iPhone 18 Pro lineup.

    Still unconfirmed

    • The A20 Pro chip achieved a single-core score of 4,042 on Geekbench 7 surpassing the M5 Max score of 3,785.

    What to watch next

    • Customer benchmark verifications following Friday's release
    • Official device teardowns and thermal performance analysis
    Sources used for this update (3)
    1. www.cnet.com — Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro vs. 14 Pro: The Four-Year Difference Between Apple’s Pro Phones
    2. www.macrumors.com — iPhone 18 Pro Launching on Friday With These 10 New Features
    3. www.pcguide.com — iPhone 18 Pro benchmarks reveal impressive scores for Apple A20 Pro chip, even outperforming desktop CPUs
    confidence 90%
  2. A20 Pro chip sets Geekbench record as iPhone 18 Pro pre-orders begin

    Apple opened pre-orders for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max on Saturday, September 12, 2026. The devices feature the A20 Pro chip, which has achieved a record single-core score of 4,042 on Geekbench 7, surpassing the M5 Max score of 3,785. While the Pro models are available for pre-order, the iPhone Duo foldable is scheduled for release next month. This launch coincides with price drops for the Galaxy S26 and Pixel 11 series as competitors react to the new hardware.

    Why it matters

    The A20 Pro chip represents Apple's latest effort to maintain a performance lead over Qualcomm and MediaTek. The introduction of the iPhone Duo marks the company's first entry into the foldable smartphone market. These releases happen ahead of the standard iPhone 18, which is expected in spring 2027.

    What is confirmed

    • Pre-orders for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max began Saturday.
    • Apple unveiled a foldable device called the iPhone Duo.

    Still unconfirmed

    • The A20 Pro chip reached a Geekbench 7 single-core score of 4,042, beating the M5 Max score of 3,785.
    • The iPhone Duo will be released next month.

    What to watch next

    • Official release date for the iPhone Duo
    • Retail performance data for the A20 Pro chip
    • Launch details for the standard iPhone 18
    Sources used for this update (4)
    1. www.theverge.com — Where to preorder the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max
    2. www.gsmarena.com — Deals: iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are on pre-order, iPhone Duo coming soon, here are the alternatives
    3. www.gsmarena.com — Deals: iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max launch, Galaxy S26 and Pixel 11 series drop prices
    4. finance.biggo.com — Apple's A20 Pro Chip Posts Record Single-Core Score, Topping M5 Max in Early Benchmark
    confidence 90%
  3. Apple Debuts iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max

    Apple has released the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, featuring a more powerful chip and a variable camera aperture. The new Pro models arrive alongside the iPhone Fold in September 2026, while the standard iPhone 18 is scheduled for a spring 2027 launch. These devices compete with other high-end flagships like the Pixel 11 Pro, focusing on AI integration and camera refinements. Recent leaks suggest the A20 Pro chip delivers high single-core speeds that exceed current offerings from MediaTek and Qualcomm.

    Why it matters

    This release marks a significant shift in Apple's product timing, representing the largest change to the iPhone release cadence in seven years. The launch occurred during the first showcase for CEO Ternus.

    What is confirmed

    • Apple debuted the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max.
    • The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max launch in September 2026.
    • The iPhone 18 Pro includes a variable camera aperture and a more powerful chip.

    Still unconfirmed

    • The iPhone Fold is coming in September 2026.
    • The standard iPhone 18 will launch in spring 2027.
    • The A20 Pro chip in the iPhone 18 Pro Max outperforms Qualcomm and MediaTek flagship chips in Geekbench scores.

    What to watch next

    • Official release of Geekbench scores for the A20 Pro chip.
    • Launch of the standard iPhone 18 in spring 2027.
    • Confirmation of iPhone Fold specifications and availability.
    Sources used for this update (9)
    1. www.macrumors.com — iPhone 18 Pro: Everything We Know | MacRumors
    2. Apple — Apple debuts iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max
    3. Ars Technica — Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro adds variable camera aperture and a more powerful chip
    4. GSMArena.com — Here are the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max Geekbench scores - GSMArena.com news
    5. WSJ — How to Shop the New iPhone Lineup Without Losing Your Mind
    6. CNBC — Apple makes biggest change to iPhone release cadence in 7 years in Ternus' first showcase as CEO
    7. www.engadget.com — iPhone 18 Pro vs Pixel 11 Pro: How Apple and Google's flagships stack up
    8. www.techrepublic.com — iPhone 18 Pro vs Pixel 11 Pro: Which $1,000+ Flagship Is Better?
    9. www.ithinkdiff.com — Apple A20 Pro Geekbench Scores Leak With Blistering Single-Core Speeds
    confidence 90%
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