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Reviewers rate them level: both score 85 out of 100.
Reviewers agree · 6 reviews
Suits buyers who want a large, bright screen, long battery life and strong cameras, and who accept a heavy, costly phone. The main trade-offs are size and weight, price, and an aluminium frame that some find less durable than titanium.
Reviewers agree · 4 reviews
Suits buyers who want a top-tier Samsung or Android flagship with a standout screen and camera system. The main trade-offs are a high price, AI features that are still developing, and the loss of S Pen Bluetooth features.
| Measure | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Consensus score | 85 | 85 |
2 publications have scored both phones. Each gave the two the same score.
| Spec | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Released | September 2025 | January 2025 |
| Launch price (USD) | $1,199 | $1,299 |
| Launch price (UK) | £1,199 | £1,249 |
| Form factor | Standard | Standard |
| OS | iOS | Android |
| Display | 6.9″ | 6.9″ |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP |
| Telephoto lens | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | — | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 40 W | 45 W |
| Chipset | A19 Pro | Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy |
| Base storage | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Weight | 233 g | 218 g |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Software updates | 5 years | 7 years |
Specs come from the reviews' own spec boxes. Prices are launch prices of the base model.