Higher score
94/100
Head-to-head · Smartphones · 2025 · Ultra flagship
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Full smart comparison: specs, pros & cons, warranty, second-hand value and a clear verdict.
93/100
Techly Score
94/100
93/100
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Popularity
98/100
92/100
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Key differences at a glance
The specs where Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra diverge the most.
Chip
Pro Max+56%
Apple A18 Pro
Snapdragon 8 Elite
Apple
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Pros
- Record battery life
- Top-tier photo/video
- Light titanium chassis
Cons
- High price
- Slower wired charging vs Android
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Pros
- S Pen
- 200 MP
- Galaxy AI
Cons
- Price
Which one is right for you?
Our pick for each type of buyer.
Best overall
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Higher Techly Score (94/100) — better all-round experience.
View detailsOwnership & long-term value
Apple
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Warranty
1-year limited warranty + 2-year EU legal conformity guarantee
Extended plan
AppleCare+ available (24 months, accidental damage covered, monthly plan)
Software support
6–7 years of software updates (historical average)
Second-hand
Strong refurbished market — Back Market, Apple Certified Refurbished, Swappa. Check refurbished listings
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Warranty
2-year manufacturer warranty in EU (1-year in US)
Extended plan
Samsung Care+ available (accidental damage, screen replacement discount)
Software support
7 years of Android + One UI updates (Galaxy S24 onwards)
Second-hand
Solid refurbished market — Back Market, Samsung Certified Re-Newed, Swappa. Check refurbished listings
Specs side by side
Green cells mark the better value for numeric specs — tap a row to see the delta.
| Spec | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2024 | 2025 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (newer) |
| Display | 6.9" OLED ProMotion 120 Hz | 6.9" QHD+ AMOLED | Tie |
| Chip | Apple A18 Pro | Snapdragon 8 Elite | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max(+56%) |
| Main camera | 48 MP | — | Tie |
| Optical zoom | 5x | — | Tie |
| Storage | 256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB | — | Tie |
| Weight | 227 g | — | Tie |
| Techly Score | 94/100 | 93/100 | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max |
Techly verdict
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max scores higher overall — the safer pick in this match-up.