Lab Benchmark Battle
iPhone 14 Pro Max vs Galaxy S21 FE
Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.
Smartphone Battle
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Apple · 2022
iPhone 14 Pro Max
$1099
76.3/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
76.3
Benchmark
Performance72/100
Camera85/100
Battery70/100
Samsung · 2022
Galaxy S21 FE
$699
76.3/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
76.3
Benchmark
Performance72/100
Camera75/100
Battery78/100
Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages
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iPhone 14 Pro Max edges ahead with a BeastScore of 76.3/100
After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, iPhone 14 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 iPhone 14 Pro Max:
Higher resolution main sensor: 48 MP vs max 12 MP · Brighter screen: 2,000 nits peak vs 1,200 nits
When to buy Galaxy S21 FE:
Lighter body: 177g (63g lighter in hand) · Lower launch price: $699 (save $400)
Quick Answers
Frequently Asked Questions: iPhone 14 Pro Max vs Galaxy S21 FE
Which phone is better: iPhone 14 Pro Max or Galaxy S21 FE?
iPhone 14 Pro Max leads with an overall BeastScore of 76.3/100 compared to Galaxy S21 FE (76.3/100), driven by advantages in Higher resolution main sensor: 48 MP vs max 12 MP and Brighter screen: 2,000 nits peak vs 1,200 nits.
What are the primary battery and display differences between iPhone 14 Pro Max and Galaxy S21 FE?
iPhone 14 Pro Max is equipped with a 6.7-inch display and 4323 mAh battery, while Galaxy S21 FE features a 6.4-inch display and 4500 mAh battery.
How do the camera capabilities compare between iPhone 14 Pro Max and Galaxy S21 FE?
In lab hardware evaluations, iPhone 14 Pro Max scores 85/100 in camera performance, while Galaxy S21 FE scores 75/100.
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