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Galaxy S26+ vs iPhone 17 Pro Max

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Samsung · 2026

Galaxy S26+

Galaxy S26+
84/ 100
Launch MSRP$1,099 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 S26+?

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Galaxy S26+
iPhone 17 Pro MaxWinner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORGalaxy S26+iPhone 17LEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity4,900 mAh5,088 mAh+5,088 mAh
Wired Fast Charging45W40W45W Max
Main Camera Sensor50 MP48 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size6.7"6.9"6.9"
Chassis Weight190g233g190g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Galaxy S26+:
  • ✓43g lighter chassis (190g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$100 lower launch MSRP ($1099 vs $1199)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy iPhone 17 Pro Max:
  • ✓Larger 5,088 mAh battery capacity (+188 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 S26+iPhone 17 Pro Max
1. Display & Screen🏆 Galaxy S26+ Wins Display
Screen Type & TechDynamic LTPO AMOLED 2XLTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Screen Size6.7"6.9"
Resolution & Density3120x1440 (513 ppi)2868x1320 (460 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness2,600 nits peak3,000 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Galaxy S26+ Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 16iOS 26
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB256GB / 512GB / 1024GB / 2048GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Galaxy S26+ Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.8, OIS48 MP, f/1.78, OIS, Fusion 48MP
Telephoto Zoom10 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.4, OIS48 MP (8x optical zoom), f/2.8, OIS
Ultrawide Camera12 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 Lens12 MP, f/2.218 MP, f/1.9
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Galaxy S26+ Lightest Chassis
Dimensions158.4 x 75.8 x 7.3 mm163.4 x 78 x 8.75 mm
Weight190 g233 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP68IP68
8. Battery & Charging🏆 iPhone 17 Pro Max Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,900 mAh5,088 mAh
Wired Fast Charging45W wired fast charging40W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging20W wireless charging25W 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 7Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth6.06.0
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB-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$1099$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 advanced processor architecture and verified 85/100 camera rating.

When to buy Galaxy S26+:
Lighter body: 190g (43g lighter in hand) · Lower launch price: $1099 (save $100)
When to buy iPhone 17 Pro Max:
Higher overall BeastScore: 84.5 vs top rival 84.3 · Brighter screen: 3,000 nits peak vs 2,600 nits
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Galaxy S26+ vs iPhone 17 Pro Max

Which phone is better: Galaxy S26+ or iPhone 17 Pro Max?

iPhone 17 Pro Max leads with an overall BeastScore of 84.5/100 compared to Galaxy S26+ (84.3/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 84.5 vs top rival 84.3 and Brighter screen: 3,000 nits peak vs 2,600 nits.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Galaxy S26+ and iPhone 17 Pro Max?

Galaxy S26+ is equipped with a 6.7-inch display and 4900 mAh battery, while iPhone 17 Pro Max features a 6.9-inch display and 5088 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Galaxy S26+ and iPhone 17 Pro Max?

In lab hardware evaluations, Galaxy S26+ scores 91/100 in camera performance, while iPhone 17 Pro Max scores 85/100.

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