Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A57
Our Verdict: The Samsung Galaxy A57 has the better camera on paper, 50MP versus 48MP, plus a 32MP selfie camera against 12MP, and the A57 has the bigger battery of the two, 5000mAh against 4323mAh, but capacity doesn't compare cleanly across iOS and Android, so it isn't a battery-life verdict on its own. The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max offers up to 1TB of storage versus 256GB on the A57, and the iPhone 14 Pro Max 5G has the sharper display at 460 PPI to 385. Only pay up for the iPhone 14 Pro Max 5G if you'll use what it offers; if not, the A57 makes more sense.
Over a full contract, the A57 works out around £446 all-in, about £518 less than the iPhone 14 Pro Max 5G.
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Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
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| Expert Rating | 4.6 10 reviews |
3.6 11 reviews |
| 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 | 32 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) | Exynos 1580 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,323 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 256GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android 16 |
| 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 | 179 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£37.25/mo
£20.00 upfront |
£14.99/mo
£60.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £359.00 | £427.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A57 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A57 is cheaper on contract at £445.76 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £60.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A57?
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 A57 has a Super AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A57?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A57 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 A57?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £359.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A57?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy A57 comes in 256GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A57 use?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A57 uses the Exynos 1580 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A57?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A57 is lighter but the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is more compact. It's 61g lighter at 179 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 A57 is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A57?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Samsung Galaxy A57 is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A57 run?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy A57 runs Android 16. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.