Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S24 FE
Our Verdict: The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE has a dramatically higher-resolution main camera, 50MP against the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max's 12MP, and the S24 FE supports 5G while the iPhone 11 Pro Max tops out at 4G. The S24 FE has the bigger battery of the two, 4700mAh against 3969mAh, but capacity doesn't compare cleanly across iOS and Android, so it isn't a battery-life verdict on its own, and the S24 FE has the bigger screen at 6.7" against 6.5", while the iPhone 11 Pro Max has the sharper one at 456 PPI. Get the S24 FE if those extras are worth it to you; otherwise the iPhone 11 Pro Max covers the basics for less.
Buying outright, the iPhone 11 Pro Max starts at £180 SIM-free.
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Prices updated 25 July 2026
Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max
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Samsung Galaxy S24 FE
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| Expert Rating | 4.6 17 reviews |
3.9 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.5" | 6.7" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1242 x 2688 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 456 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) | Exynos 2400e (4 nm) |
| Battery | 3,969 mAh | 4,700 mAh |
| Storage | 64GB, 256GB, 512GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 4G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 158 x 77.8 x 8.1 mm | 162 x 77.3 x 8 mm |
| Weight | 226 grams | 213 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - |
£54.83/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £179.99 | £279.99 |
| Prices updated 25 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max's 6.5", the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max has the sharper display at 456 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £179.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is available in 64GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S24 FE use?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE uses the Exynos 2400e (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is lighter but the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is more compact. It's 13g lighter at 213 grams, though the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is actually the more compact phone at 158 x 77.8 x 8.1 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?
Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S24 FE run?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.