Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S24
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400; launch prices were $1199 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads — 75/100 vs 61/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (4823 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,538,751 vs 1,820,628); the Samsung Galaxy S24 is noticeably lighter (167g vs 233g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy S24
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2538751 vs 1820628
- Better Geekbench Single: 3933 vs 2115
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10223 vs 6826
- Bigger battery: 4823 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 40W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 78/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S24 better?
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 167g vs 233g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1199
- Better portability (82/100 vs 30/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S24, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max scores 14 points higher (75/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads (53/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max — 60/100, Samsung Galaxy S24 — 36/100; 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 Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 78/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S24 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (71/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (53/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (82/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S24 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Samsung Exynos 2400 | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 1820628 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3933 | 2115 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10223 | 6826 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.2" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4823 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 158.5×75.9×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 233 g | 167 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Samsung Galaxy S24
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S24
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 4823 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy S24
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S24, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy S24 by 39.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Samsung Galaxy S24 was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 78/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S24 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (71/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (53/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (82/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S24 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Samsung Galaxy S24 — 61/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads on performance (92/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S24 is a better fit for active users.