Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) runs on the Apple A18 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 Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads — 77/100 vs 75/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the bigger battery (4685 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 1,782,199); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the stronger camera (161 vs 140); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 2970
- Bigger battery: 4685 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better camera (89/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (47/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 8400
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $1099 vs $1199
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 85/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max scores 2 points higher (77/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads (47/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max — 64/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (89/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (47/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (97/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8400 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4685 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 161 | 140 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 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 18 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.6×8.3 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 4685 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by 41.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (89/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (47/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (97/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max edges out the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads on camera score (89/100 vs 73/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.