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Galaxy A26 5G vs iPhone 17 Pro Max

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing hardware specifications, benchmark percentiles, battery endurance, and category performance advantages.

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Samsung · 2025

Galaxy A26 5G

Galaxy A26 5G
84/ 100
Launch MSRP$299 USD
Apple · 2025

iPhone 17 Pro Max

iPhone 17 Pro Max
85/ 100
Launch MSRP$1,199 USD
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS iPhone 17 Pro Max BETTER THAN Galaxy A26 5G?

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Galaxy A26 5G
iPhone 17 Pro MaxWinner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORGalaxy A26iPhone 17LEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,088 mAh+5,088 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25W40W40W Max
Main Camera Sensor50 MP48 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size6.7"6.9"6.9"
Chassis Weight200g233g200g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Galaxy A26 5G:
  • ✓33g lighter chassis (200g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$900 lower launch MSRP ($299 vs $1199)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy iPhone 17 Pro Max:
  • ✓Larger 5,088 mAh battery capacity (+88 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓48MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.9" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationGalaxy A26 5GiPhone 17 Pro Max
1. Display & Screen🏆 iPhone 17 Pro Max Wins Display
Screen Type & TechSuper AMOLEDLTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Screen Size6.7"6.9"
Resolution & Density2340x1080 (385 ppi)2868x1320 (460 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness1,900 nits peak3,000 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 iPhone 17 Pro Max Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 15iOS 26
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory6 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB256GB / 512GB / 1024GB / 2048GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Galaxy A26 5G Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.8, OIS48 MP, f/1.78, OIS, Fusion 48MP
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)48 MP (8x optical zoom), f/2.8, OIS
Ultrawide Camera8 MP, f/2.248 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens13 MP, f/2.218 MP, f/1.9
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Galaxy A26 5G Lightest Chassis
Dimensions164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm163.4 x 78 x 8.75 mm
Weight200 g233 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP67IP68
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Galaxy A26 5G Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,088 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25W wired fast charging40W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supported25W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 5Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth5.36.0
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0USB-C 3.0
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$299$1199
Editorial Lab Verdict

iPhone 17 Pro Max edges ahead with a BeastScore of 84.5/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, iPhone 17 Pro Max ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its superior specifications and verified build advantages.

When to choose Galaxy A26 5G:
Lighter body: 200g (33g lighter in hand) · Lower launch price: $299 (save $900)
When to choose iPhone 17 Pro Max:
Higher overall BeastScore: 84.5 vs top rival 83.8 · Significantly faster wired charging: 40W vs max 25W
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Galaxy A26 5G vs iPhone 17 Pro Max

Which is better: Galaxy A26 5G or iPhone 17 Pro Max?

iPhone 17 Pro Max leads with an overall BeastScore of 84.5/100 compared to Galaxy A26 5G (83.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 84.5 vs top rival 83.8 and Significantly faster wired charging: 40W vs max 25W.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Galaxy A26 5G and iPhone 17 Pro Max?

Galaxy A26 5G is equipped with a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while iPhone 17 Pro Max features a 6.9-inch display and 5088 mAh battery.

How do the performance capabilities compare between Galaxy A26 5G and iPhone 17 Pro Max?

In objective hardware benchmarks, Galaxy A26 5G achieves a 72/100 performance score, while iPhone 17 Pro Max scores 90/100.

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