Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1199 and $1999. 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 4400); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,065,623 vs 1,782,199); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the stronger camera (161 vs 145); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is thinner (4.2mm vs 8.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 2910
- Bigger battery: 4685 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $1199 vs $1999
- Better camera (89/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (47/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3065623 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9174 vs 8400
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 215g vs 227g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, 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 76/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max — 64/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 58/100; 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 Z Fold7 is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a bit better (47/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (66/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 3065623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 2910 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8400 | 9174 | |
| Display | 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED | 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 2184x1968 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4685 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 161 | 145 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.6×8.3 mm | 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2184x1968
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 4685 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by 41.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $800. Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max was $800 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 76/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a bit better (47/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (66/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 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 Z Fold7?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads on camera score (89/100 vs 76/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on performance (91/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.