iPhone 18 Pro: Official Price & Release Date
Apple confirmed the iPhone 18 Pro at its September 9, 2026 event. Here's the real price in every major market, the confirmed specs, and how it compares to the iPhone 17 Pro.
iPhone 18 Pro — official price (256GB)
| Market | Official price |
|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 USA | $1,199 (confirmed) |
| 🇦🇪 UAE (Dubai) | AED 5,099 (confirmed) |
| 🇮🇳 India | ₹1,64,900 (confirmed) |
✅ These are Apple's official launch prices for the base 256GB model, confirmed at the September 9, 2026 keynote — a $100 / AED 400 increase over the iPhone 17 Pro's launch price in each market.
📅 Release date
Pre-orders open Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 5 a.m. PT, with the iPhone 18 Pro reaching stores in the USA, UAE, India and 60+ other markets on Friday, September 18, 2026.
📋 Confirmed specifications
- Chip: Apple A20 Pro, 2nm — up to 40% faster graphics
- Modem: Apple C2
- Main camera: 48 MP Fusion Main with variable aperture, plus manual Pro controls
- Design: Smaller Dynamic Island
- Storage: 256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB / 2 TB
- Colors: Burgundy, Glacier, Silver, Black
ℹ️ Warranty & international buying
Phones bought abroad use the same global hardware and work worldwide, but local warranty applies in the country of purchase. Apple may offer international service in select cities.
💱 Currency conversion
All prices are official Apple list prices in local currency, shown as published. Use our currency converter for the current converted amount.
iPhone 18 Pro price — FAQs
How much does the iPhone 18 Pro cost?
Apple confirmed the iPhone 18 Pro at its September 9, 2026 event: $1,199 in the USA, AED 5,099 in the UAE (Dubai), and ₹1,64,900 in India, all for the base 256GB model. This is a $100 / AED 400 increase over the iPhone 17 Pro.
What is the iPhone 18 Pro price in Dubai?
The iPhone 18 Pro starts at AED 5,099 in Dubai and the wider UAE for the 256GB model, confirmed at Apple's September 9, 2026 keynote. It is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB and 2TB storage.
How much will the iPhone 18 Pro cost in India?
The iPhone 18 Pro is confirmed at ₹1,64,900 in India for the base 256GB model. Pre-orders open September 12, 2026, with sales starting September 18, 2026.
Should I buy the iPhone 18 Pro or the iPhone 17 Pro now?
The iPhone 18 Pro brings the new A20 Pro chip, a variable-aperture 48MP main camera and a smaller Dynamic Island for $100 more than the iPhone 17 Pro's launch price. If budget matters more than the newest hardware, the iPhone 17 Pro is now on sale at a discount and remains fully capable.
iPhone 18 Pro vs iPhone 17 Pro: what changed
Price increase, first in several generations
The iPhone 17 Pro held its $1,099 / AED 4,699 starting price for multiple cycles. The iPhone 18 Pro breaks that streak with a $100 / AED 400 increase, bringing it in line with Apple's broader Pro-tier repricing this year — the Pro Max moved up by the same amount.
What you get for the extra cost
The headline upgrades are the A20 Pro chip built on a 2nm process, a new variable-aperture main camera for better low-light and depth control, the Apple C2 modem, and a visibly smaller Dynamic Island. A 2TB storage option is also available for the first time on the Pro line.
Should you buy now or wait?
✅ Buy now if...
You want the newest chip and camera system and are comfortable with the $100/AED 400 price increase. Pre-orders are open now for September 18 delivery.
❌ Consider the 17 Pro if...
Budget matters more than the newest hardware. The iPhone 17 Pro Max and other iPhone 17 models are now discounted and remain fully capable.
How we verify this price
- Source: Apple's official September 9, 2026 keynote and Apple.com regional storefronts.
- Price: Official launch price for the base 256GB configuration in each market.
- Update policy: Prices are rechecked against Apple's storefronts and updated if Apple adjusts regional pricing.
All prices on this page are Apple's official confirmed figures, not estimates or rumors.