Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1199 and $1099. Both devices score the same overall rating of 75/100. Key differences: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (4823 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 2,538,751); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 233g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3933 vs 2970
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10223 vs 9490
- Bigger battery: 4823 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 40W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 2538751
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 233g
- Cheaper at launch: $1099 vs $1199
- Better camera (73/100 vs 71/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 30/100)
Comparison verdict
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge received the same MobileRank rating — 75/100. In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads (53/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max — 60/100, 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 Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (73/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (53/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (97/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3933 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10223 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4823 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 233 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO 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 17 Pro Max
- 4823 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max by 16.3% 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 Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (73/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (53/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (97/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
Both devices scored 75/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (92/100 vs 91/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.