Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1199 and $2899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads — 77/100 vs 69/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 4685); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is faster in AnTuTu (2,926,532 vs 1,782,199); the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (227g vs 309g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 3013
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 227g vs 309g
- Cheaper at launch: $1199 vs $2899
- Better camera (89/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (40/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2926532 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8400
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 4685 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 85/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max scores 8 points higher (77/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (63/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max — 64/100, Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 46/100; 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 TriFold is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (85/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (63/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (40/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 2926532 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8400 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 2160x1584 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4685 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 161 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB | |
| 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 | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 309 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $2899 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 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 TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 4685 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by 39.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1700. Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max was $1700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (85/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (89/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (63/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (40/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold by just 8 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 TriFold?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads on camera score (89/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on performance (90/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users.