Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition
Our Verdict: The Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition has a slightly higher-resolution main camera, 50MP against the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max's 48MP, and there's more battery in the A56 Enterprise Edition, 5000mAh to 4323mAh, but capacity doesn't compare cleanly across iOS and Android, so it isn't a battery-life verdict on its own. The iPhone 14 Pro Max 5G offers up to 1TB of storage versus 128GB on the A56 Enterprise Edition, and the iPhone 14 Pro Max 5G has the sharper display at 460 PPI to 385. The iPhone 14 Pro Max 5G is the one to have if you want what it adds, but the A56 Enterprise Edition is the smarter buy if you'd rather keep the money.
Buying outright, the A56 Enterprise Edition starts at £299 SIM-free.
Prices updated 26 July 2026
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
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Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition
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| Screen | 6.7" | 6.7" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1290 x 2796 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 460 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) | Exynos 1580 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,323 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 128GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android 14 |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 160.7 x 77.6 x 7.9 mm | 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm |
| Weight | 240 grams | 198 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£22.75/mo
£20.00 upfront |
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| SIM-free | £359.99 | £299.00 |
| Prices updated 26 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max has the sharper display at 460 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition has a Super AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition 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 14 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £299.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition use?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition uses the Exynos 1580 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition is lighter but the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is more compact. It's 42g lighter at 198 grams, though the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is actually the more compact phone at 160.7 x 77.6 x 7.9 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition run?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition runs Android 14. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.