Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Our Verdict: The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra leads on camera hardware with a 200MP main sensor to the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max's 48MP, and the S24 Ultra packs the bigger battery, 5000mAh against 4323mAh, though iOS and Android manage power differently, so more mAh doesn't always mean longer battery life. The S24 Ultra has the sharper display at 501 PPI to 460, and the S24 Ultra is the lighter phone at 232g against 240g. Unusually, the cheaper S24 Ultra takes some of the spec wins as well, so it's the obvious choice for most people.
The S24 Ultra is the cheaper one to own: around £875 over a typical contract, £89 less than the iPhone 14 Pro Max 5G.
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| Expert Rating | 4.6 10 reviews |
4.6 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.8" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1290 x 2796 | 1440 x 3088 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 460 | 501 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,323 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| 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/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 160.7 x 77.6 x 7.9 mm | 162.3 x 79 x 8.6 mm |
| Weight | 240 grams | 232 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£37.25/mo
£20.00 upfront |
£29.00/mo
£129.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £359.00 | £439.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is cheaper on contract at £875.00 over the life of the deal from £29.00 per month with £129.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has the sharper display at 501 pixels per inch versus 460, and the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has a 200 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 S24 Ultra?
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 S24 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra use?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra uses the Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is lighter but the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is more compact. It's 8g lighter at 232 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 Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra run?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra 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.