Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads
by 2 points on overall. The category breakdown below shows where the gap comes from.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are closely matched overall. Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads in performance and camera. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads in display and battery.
Scoring profile: balanced
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Best for users who prioritize display and battery.
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Spec table
Start with the key differences, then expand a section to check the full specifications.
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Full side-by-side mode
Resolution
Key differencePeak Brightness
Key differencePixel Density
Key differenceDisplay Size
Refresh Rate
Panel Type
Display Protection
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Close match | 6.9" | 6.9" |
Resolution Phone B leads | 1320 x 2868 | 1440 x 3120Better |
Refresh Rate Close match | 120Hz | 120Hz |
Peak Brightness Phone A leads | 3000 nitsBetter | 2600 nits |
Pixel Density Phone B leads | 458 ppi | 498 ppiBetter |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
Display Protection Needs more data | Ceramic Shield 2 | Anti-reflective coating | Corning Gorilla Armor 2 | DX anti-reflective coating |
RAM
Key differenceCPU Clock
Key differenceCPU Cluster Speeds
Key differenceBenchmark Score
Key differenceAnTuTu Score
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceStorage
Key differenceStorage Type
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceGPU
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
RAM Phone B leads | 12GB | 16GBBetter |
CPU Clock Phone B leads | 4.26GHz | 4.47GHzBetter |
CPU Cluster Speeds Phone B leads | 2x4.26GHz + 4x2.60GHz | 2x4.47GHz + 6x3.53GHzBetter |
Benchmark Score Phone A leads | 2331417Better | 2207809 |
AnTuTu Score Phone A leads | 2331417Better | 2207809 |
Geekbench (Multi) Phone A leads | 10118Better | 9846 |
Storage Phone A leads | 2048GBBetter | 1024GB |
Storage Type Phone A leads | NVMeBetter | UFS 4.0 |
Chipset Phone A leads | Apple A19 Pro (3 nm)Better | Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
GPU Needs more data | Apple GPU (6-core graphics) | Adreno 830 (1200 MHz) |
Rear Camera
Key differenceRear Camera (All Lenses)
Key differenceRear Sensor Size
Key differenceRear Aperture
Key differenceOptical Zoom
Key differenceMax Video Resolution
Key differenceFront Camera
Key differenceFront Aperture
Key differenceFront Video Resolution
Key differenceOptical Image Stabilization
Camera Features
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Phone B leads | 48MP | 200MPBetter |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Phone B leads | 48MP | 200MP + 50MP + 10MPBetter |
Rear Sensor Size Phone A leads | 1/1.28Better | 1/1.3 |
Rear Aperture Phone B leads | f/1.8 | f/1.7Better |
Optical Zoom Phone A leads | 4xBetter | 3x |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Phone B leads | 4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 120fps), ProRes, ProRes RAW (up to 120fps), Apple Log 2, 3D (spatial) video/audio, stereo sound rec. | 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EISBetter |
Front Camera Phone A leads | 18MPBetter | 12MP |
Front Aperture Phone A leads | f/1.9Better | f/2.2 |
Front Video Resolution Phone A leads | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EISBetter | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps |
Camera Features Needs more data | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) | Laser AF, Best Face, LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama |
Generating honest comparison...
iPhone 17 Pro Max and Galaxy S25 Ultra are closely matched. Resolution: 1440 x 3120 vs 1320 x 2868 Peak Brightness: 3000 nits vs 2600 nits The choice depends on your priorities.
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera. iPhone 17 Pro Max excels in processing power and multitasking.
Best for users who need long battery life. Galaxy S25 Ultra provides extended usage with strong battery.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 264,737 | ≈ Rs 165,169 |
| PTA | -- | -- |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 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.
Both phones excel in different areas. Choose based on your priority.
Both phones have strengths. Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads in Performance, Camera. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads in Display, Battery, Build, Software.
The top differences are: Resolution (Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra advantage), Peak Brightness (Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max advantage), Pixel Density (Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra advantage), RAM (Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra advantage), CPU Clock (Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra advantage).
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has the stronger camera setup for photos and video.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra tends to last longer on a charge.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max: non-PTA approximately Rs 264,737; PTA not entered. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: non-PTA approximately Rs 165,169; PTA not entered. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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