Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Apple A19 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 17 Pro Max leads — 75/100 vs 69/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 4823); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is faster in AnTuTu (2,926,532 vs 2,538,751); the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (233g vs 309g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3933 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10223 vs 9287
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 233g vs 309g
- Cheaper at launch: $1199 vs $2899
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (30/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2926532 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 4823 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max scores 6 points higher (75/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (63/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max — 60/100, 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 Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (85/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (71/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a bit better (30/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 2926532 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3933 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10223 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 2160x1584 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4823 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | |
| Weight | 233 g | 309 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $2899 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- 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 TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 4823 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max by 13.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1700. Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max was $1700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (85/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (71/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a bit better (30/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold by just 6 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 TriFold?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users.