Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; launch prices were $1199 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads — 75/100 vs 66/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (4823 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 2,538,751); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 233g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3933 vs 3235
- Bigger battery: 4823 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 40W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better camera (71/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 2538751
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 10223
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 180g vs 233g
- Cheaper at launch: $1099 vs $1199
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 92/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 30/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max scores 9 points higher (75/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads (53/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max — 60/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 42/100; 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 Flip8 and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (93/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (80/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3113347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3933 | 3235 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10223 | 10904 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4823 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 233 g | 180 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 Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 4823 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max by 18.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (93/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (71/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (53/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (80/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.