Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1299 and $2899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 69/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 5567); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 2,926,532); the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (249g vs 309g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 2926532
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 9287
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 249g vs 309g
- Cheaper at launch: $1299 vs $2899
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (67/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (27/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 5567 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Overall rating 69/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 11 points higher (80/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, 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 18 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (85/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (71/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold are nearly equal (67/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (27/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 2926532 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 2160x1584 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 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 27 | 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 | 249 g | 309 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $2899 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- 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 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold by 21.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1600. Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max was $1600 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (85/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (71/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold are nearly equal (67/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (27/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Apple iPhone 18 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.