Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S24+
Our Verdict: The Samsung Galaxy S24+ came out in 2024, after the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max in 2019, so it's the more recent phone. The S24+ has a dramatically higher-resolution main camera, 50MP against the iPhone 11 Pro Max's 12MP, and only the S24+ is a 5G phone; the iPhone 11 Pro Max maxes out at 4G. The S24+ has the bigger battery of the two, 4900mAh 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+ has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.7" against 6.5" and sharper at 509 PPI. The S24+ is the one to have if you want what it adds, but the iPhone 11 Pro Max is the smarter buy if you'd rather keep the money.
If you'd rather pay up front, the iPhone 11 Pro Max is the cheaper buy at £165 SIM-free.
17 reviews 4.2
12 reviews
Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max
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Samsung Galaxy S24+
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| Expert Rating | 4.6 17 reviews |
4.2 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.5" | 6.7" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1242 x 2688 | 1440 x 3088 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 456 | 509 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) | Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 3,969 mAh | 4,900 mAh |
| Storage | 64GB, 256GB, 512GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | Nano 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/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 158 x 77.8 x 8.1 mm | 158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm |
| Weight | 226 grams | 196 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | Not rated |
| Contracts | - |
£71.50/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £164.99 | £349.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S24+?
The Samsung Galaxy S24+ has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max's 6.5", the Samsung Galaxy S24+ has the sharper display at 509 pixels per inch versus 456, and the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S24+ has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S24+?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S24+ 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+?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £164.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S24+?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is available in 64GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S24+ comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S24+ use?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Samsung Galaxy S24+ uses the Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S24+?
The Samsung Galaxy S24+ is the more portable of the two: it's 30g lighter at 196 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm, and is slimmer at 7.7mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S24+?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy S24+ is rated Not rated.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S24+ run?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy S24+ runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.