Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max leads
by 9 points on overall. The category breakdown below shows where the gap comes from.
iPhone 12 Pro Max leads overall versus Galaxy A27. Build: 87.8 vs 59.3.
Scoring profile: balanced
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max
Best for users who prioritize performance and build.
Samsung Galaxy A27
Best for users who prioritize display and battery.
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Spec table
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Resolution
Key differenceRefresh Rate
Key differencePeak Brightness
Key differencePixel Density
Key differenceHDR Support
Key differenceDisplay Protection
Key differenceDisplay Size
Panel Type
| Specification | Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A27 |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Close match | 6.7" | 6.7" |
Resolution Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max leads | 1284 x 2778Better | 1080 x 2340 |
Refresh Rate Samsung Galaxy A27 leads | 60Hz | 120HzBetter |
Peak Brightness Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max leads | 1200 nitsBetter | 800 nits |
Pixel Density Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max leads | 457 ppiBetter | 385 ppi |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
HDR Support Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max leads | YesBetter | No |
Display Protection Samsung Galaxy A27 leads | Ceramic Shield glass | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+Better |
RAM
Key differenceGeekbench (Single)
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceStorage
Key differenceStorage Type
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceRAM Type
CPU Clock
CPU Cores
CPU Cluster Speeds
AnTuTu Score
GPU
| Specification | Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A27 |
|---|---|---|
RAM Samsung Galaxy A27 leads | 6GB | 8GBBetter |
RAM Type Close match | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
CPU Clock Different | 3.1GHz | 2.4GHz |
CPU Cores Different | 6 | 8 |
CPU Cluster Speeds Different | 2x3.1GHz + 4x1.8GHz | 4x2.4GHz + 4x1.8GHz |
AnTuTu Score Different | 638584 | 885852 |
Geekbench (Single) Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max leads | 2050Better | 1000 |
Geekbench (Multi) Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max leads | 4900Better | 2973 |
Storage Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max leads | 512GBBetter | 256GB |
Storage Type Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max leads | NVMeBetter | UFS 3.1 |
Chipset Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max leads | Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm)Better | Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
GPU Different | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) | Adreno 710 |
Rear Camera
Key differenceRear Camera (All Lenses)
Key differenceRear Sensor Size
Key differenceRear Aperture
Key differenceOptical Zoom
Key differenceFront Video Resolution
Key differenceDigital Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Max Video Resolution
Front Camera
Front Sensor
Front Aperture
Camera Features
| Specification | Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A27 |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Samsung Galaxy A27 leads | 12MP | 50MPBetter |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Samsung Galaxy A27 leads | 12MP + 12MP + 12MP | 50MP + 5MP + 2MPBetter |
Rear Sensor Size Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max leads | 1/1.9Better | 1/2.76 |
Rear Aperture Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max leads | f/1.6Better | f/1.8 |
Optical Zoom Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max leads | 2.5xBetter | None (no telephoto) |
Digital Zoom Different | 12x | 10x |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Close match | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10‑bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), stereo sound rec. | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@480fps, gyro-EIS |
Front Camera Close match | 12MP | 12MP |
Front Sensor Different | 12MP TrueDepth camera | 12MP 1/3.2" front camera |
Front Aperture Close match | f/2.2 | f/2.2 |
Front Video Resolution Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max leads | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EISBetter | 1080p@30fps |
Camera Features Different | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
Generating honest comparison...
iPhone 12 Pro Max generally outperforms Galaxy A27 across key categories. Chipset: Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm) vs Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm) This makes iPhone 12 Pro Max the better choice for most users, though Galaxy A27 may excel in specific areas.
Best for users who prioritize performance and build. iPhone 12 Pro Max excels in processing power and multitasking.
Best for users who need long battery life. Galaxy A27 provides extended usage with strong battery.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A27 |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 100,019 | ≈ Rs 68,600 |
| PTA | -- | Rs 85,999 |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A27 can be tough. This comparison breaks down performance, camera, battery, and listed pricing so you can decide faster.
We focus on practical differences that impact daily use, not just spec sheet noise.
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max scores higher overall once each category is weighted, making it the safer all‑round pick.
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max is the better choice overall, winning in 3 key categories.
The top differences are: Resolution (Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max advantage), Refresh Rate (Samsung Galaxy A27 advantage), Peak Brightness (Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max advantage), Pixel Density (Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max advantage), HDR Support (Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max advantage).
Both phones are capable. Compare sensor sizes, OIS, and video features to decide.
Samsung Galaxy A27 tends to last longer on a charge.
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max: non-PTA approximately Rs 100,019; PTA not entered. Samsung Galaxy A27: non-PTA approximately Rs 68,600; PTA Rs 85,999. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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