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iPhone 16 Pro Max vs SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q: Which One Should You Buy?

iPhone 16 Pro Max edges ahead with a BeastScore of 80.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple · 2024

iPhone 16 Pro Max

iPhone 16 Pro Max
80/ 100
Launch price$1,199
Samsung · 2020

SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q

SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q
79/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

iPhone 16 Pro Max wins 4 of 7 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 16 Pro Max
iPhone 16 Pro Max
4 wins
SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q
SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q
2 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivityValue
iPhone 16 Pro MaxSM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedSM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q
    80
    90
  • CameraiPhone 16 Pro Max
    85
    68
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieiPhone 16 Pro Max
    60
    40
  • BatteryTie
    78
    78
  • DisplayiPhone 16 Pro Max
    88
    86
  • ConnectivityiPhone 16 Pro Max
    90
    55
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueSM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q
    55
    68
Key differences
  • iPhone 16 Pro Max has the bigger battery4,685 mAh vs 4,500 mAh
  • iPhone 16 Pro Max charges faster27W vs 25W
  • iPhone 16 Pro Max has a sharper main camera48 MP vs 12.2 MP
  • iPhone 16 Pro Max has the bigger screen6.9" vs 6.22"
  • iPhone 16 Pro Max is lighter227 g vs 282 g
  • iPhone 16 Pro Max has a sharper selfie camera12 MP vs 10 MP
  • iPhone 16 Pro Max has newer Bluetooth5.3 vs 5
  • SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy iPhone 16 Pro Max
  • ✓55 g lighter (227 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$8800 cheaper at launch ($1199 vs $9999)
  • ✓Bigger 4,685 mAh battery (+185 mAh)
Reasons to buy SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q
  • ✓12.2 MP main camera
  • ✓6.22" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 16 Pro MaxSM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q
1. Display & Screen🏆 iPhone 16 Pro Max Wins Display
Screen typeLTPO Super Retina XDR OLEDAM-OLED display
Screen Size6.9"6.22"
Resolution & Density2868x1320 (460 ppi)816x2260 (386 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness2,000 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A18 Pro (3nm)Not listed
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsApple GPU (6-core)Not listed
Operating SystemiOS 18Android 10
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1024GB256GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iPhone 16 Pro Max Wins Camera
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.78, OIS, Sony IMX90312.2 MP
Telephoto Zoom12 MP (5x optical zoom), f/2.8, OISNone (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera48 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP, f/1.910 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 iPhone 16 Pro Max Lightest Chassis
Dimensions163 x 77.6 x 8.25 mmN/A
Weight227 g282 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68Not listed
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity4,685 mAh4,500 mAh
Wired Fast Charging27W wired fast charging25W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging25W wireless chargingNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Not listed
Bluetooth5.3Bluetooth 5.0
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.0USB C reversible
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$1199Price on request
Our verdict

iPhone 16 Pro Max wins — BeastScore 80.0/100

After comparing all the specs, iPhone 16 Pro Max is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 80.0 vs top rival 79.1 and Higher resolution main sensor: 48 MP vs max 12.2 MP.

Buy iPhone 16 Pro Max if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 80.0 vs top rival 79.1 · Higher resolution main sensor: 48 MP vs max 12.2 MP

Buy SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q if you want

More system memory: 12GB RAM vs max 8GB

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 16 Pro Max or SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q?

iPhone 16 Pro Max leads with an overall BeastScore of 80.0/100 compared to SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q (79.1/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 80.0 vs top rival 79.1 and Higher resolution main sensor: 48 MP vs max 12.2 MP.

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 16 Pro Max and SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q?

iPhone 16 Pro Max has a 6.9-inch display and 4685 mAh battery. SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q has a 6.22-inch display and 4500 mAh battery.

How do iPhone 16 Pro Max and SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q compare for speed?

iPhone 16 Pro Max scores 80/100 for performance; SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q scores 90/100.

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