Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S22
Our Verdict: The Samsung Galaxy S22 and the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max came out within months of each other, so age isn't a factor here. The S22 5G has a dramatically higher-resolution main camera, 50MP against the iPhone 13 Pro Max's 12MP, and the iPhone 13 Pro Max packs the bigger battery, 4352mAh against 3700mAh, though iOS and Android manage power differently, so more mAh doesn't always mean longer battery life. The iPhone 13 Pro Max has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.7" against 6.1" and sharper at 457 PPI, and the iPhone 13 Pro Max goes up to 1TB of storage, where the S22 5G tops out at 256GB. Get the iPhone 13 Pro Max if those extras are worth it to you; otherwise the S22 5G covers the basics for less.
Buying outright, the S22 5G starts at £149 SIM-free.
10 reviews 4.3
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Prices updated 17 July 2026
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
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Samsung Galaxy S22
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| Expert Rating | 4.5 10 reviews |
4.3 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.1" |
| Display | Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED LCD | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1284 x 2778 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 457 | 422 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 10 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic | Exynos 2200 |
| Battery | 4,352 mAh | 3,700 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | Triple SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE | 5.2, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | Info unavailable | 46 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm |
| Weight | 238 grams | 167 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 | - |
£12.99/mo
£99.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £289.00 | £149.00 |
| Prices updated 17 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S22?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S22's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max has the sharper display at 457 pixels per inch versus 422, and the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max uses a Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy S22 has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S22?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 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 13 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S22?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £149.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S22?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S22 use?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 uses the Exynos 2200.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S22?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 is the more portable of the two: it's 71g lighter at 167 grams.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S22?
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 13 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S22 run?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy S22 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.