Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (2023) runs on the Apple A17 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1199 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 72/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has the bigger battery (4441 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 1,452,754); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has the stronger camera (154 vs 140); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 221g).
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Bigger battery: 4441 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 25W
- Better camera (83/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (41/100 vs 29/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 1452754
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 2900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 7200
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 221g
- Cheaper at launch: $1099 vs $1199
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 79/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 3 points higher (75/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads (83/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads (41/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max — 54/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 62/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (91/100 vs 79/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a bit better (83/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a bit better (41/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (97/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A17 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1452754 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7200 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2796x1290 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4441 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 154 | 140 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×76.7×8.3 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $1099 |
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2796x1290
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- 4441 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max by 52.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $100. Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge was $100 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (91/100 vs 79/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a bit better (83/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a bit better (41/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (97/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge edges out the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads on camera score (83/100 vs 73/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 79/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.