Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs iPhone 17 Pro Max
Verdict: iPhone 17 Pro Max wins overall with a 0.3 higher verdict score driven by lower price, up to 2TB storage, and proven A19 Pro longevity per CNET and Wirecutter longevity reports. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra counters with superior 200MP camera resolution and 60W charging from the provided specs but trails on value. The $100 price gap and storage advantage make the iPhone the stronger pick for most buyers.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra lists at $1,299 while iPhone 17 Pro Max lists at $1,199 — iPhone 17 Pro Max undercuts Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra by $100 (8%).
Winner: iPhone 17 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: 8.2/10
iPhone 17 Pro Max: 8.5/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | iPhone 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|
| display | 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.9-inch Super Retina XDR |
| chipset | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy | A19 Pro |
| camera | 200MP quad-camera system | 48MP Pro Fusion with 4x optical zoom telephoto |
| battery | 5000mAh with 60W charging | — |
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What works
- 200MP quad-camera system delivers higher resolution detail than competitors
- 60W charging supports faster top-ups than typical flagship wireless rates
- Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy enables strong multi-tasking on Android
What doesn't
- MSRP $100 higher than iPhone 17 Pro Max
- Battery capacity limited to 5000mAh without extended endurance claims
iPhone 17 Pro Max
What works
- A19 Pro chip with 6-core CPU and 6-core GPU offers efficient performance
- Up to 2TB storage option exceeds typical Android flagship limits
- MSRP $100 lower than Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What doesn't
- 48MP camera resolution lower than Samsung's 200MP system
- Charging speed not specified and typically slower than 60W Android options
Bottom line
Our pick: iPhone 17 Pro Max.
People also ask
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The iPhone 17 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra remain unreleased with no official specs available. The query also mixes in the Galaxy S25 Ultra which lacks confirmed details for any direct matchup.
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The iPhone 14 Plus uses an A15 chip and LCD screen. The iPhone 17 Pro Max has not launched so specs cannot be compared directly.
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The iPhone 15 Plus has a 6.7-inch OLED display and A16 Bionic chip with prices starting at $899. The iPhone 17 Pro Max remains unreleased with no confirmed specs available for comparison.
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The iPhone 17 Air and iPhone 17 Pro Max remain unreleased with no official specs or prices confirmed by Apple. Any direct comparison currently depends on unverified rumors instead of verified details.
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The iPhone 12 launched in 2020 with a 6.1-inch OLED display and A14 chip. No verified specs or pricing exist for the unreleased iPhone 17 Pro Max.
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