Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A27
The A27 is the cheaper one to own: around £357 over a typical contract, £615 less than the iPhone 16 Pro Max.
11 reviews 3.6
6 reviews
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
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Samsung Galaxy A27
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| Expert Rating | 4.4 11 reviews |
3.6 6 reviews |
| Screen | 6.9" | 6.7" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1320 x 2868 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 458 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,685 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android |
| 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/6e/7 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE | 5.1, A2DP, LE, ASHA |
| Dimensions | 163 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm | 162.8 x 78.2 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 227 grams | 200 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) |
| Contracts |
£39.29/mo
£29.00 upfront |
£12.99/mo
£19.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £679.00 | £317.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A27 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A27 is cheaper on contract at £356.76 over the life of the deal from £12.99 per month with £19.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A27?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A27's 6.7", the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the sharper display at 458 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A27 has a Super AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A27?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A27 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 16 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A27?
The Samsung Galaxy A27 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £317.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A27?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy A27 comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A27 use?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A18 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy A27 uses the Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A27?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A27 is lighter but the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is more compact. It's 27g lighter at 200 grams, though the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is actually the more compact phone at 163 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A27 is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A27?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy A27 is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A27 run?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy A27 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.