Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1199 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads — 75/100 vs 70/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (4823 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (2,814,251 vs 2,538,751); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably lighter (215g vs 233g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3933 vs 3639
- Bigger battery: 4823 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $1199 vs $1999
- Better camera (71/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2814251 vs 2538751
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10223
- Faster charging: 45W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 215g vs 233g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 92/100)
- Better portability (44/100 vs 30/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max scores 5 points higher (75/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max — 60/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 48/100; 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 Fold8 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 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (71/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (44/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 2814251 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3933 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10223 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4823 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 233 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- 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 Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 4823 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max by 9.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $800. Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max was $800 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (71/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (44/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by just 5 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 Fold8?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.