Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A27
Over a full contract, the A27 works out around £357 all-in, about £794 less than the iPhone 17 Pro Max.
11 reviews 3.6
6 reviews
Apple iPhone 17 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 | 18 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,823 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB | 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 | 6.0, A2DP, LE | 5.1, A2DP, LE, ASHA |
| Dimensions | 163.4 x 78 x 8.8 mm | 162.8 x 78.2 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 233 grams | 200 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) |
| Contracts |
£9.00/mo
£919.00 upfront |
£12.99/mo
£19.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £998.00 | £317.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 17 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 17 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A27?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A27's 6.7", the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has the sharper display at 458 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Apple iPhone 17 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 17 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A27?
The Apple iPhone 17 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 17 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 17 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A27?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB, while the Samsung Galaxy A27 comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A27 use?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A19 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 17 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A27?
The Samsung Galaxy A27 is the more portable of the two: it's 33g lighter at 200 grams, both are similar in overall footprint, and is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A27?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Samsung Galaxy A27 is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A27 run?
The Apple iPhone 17 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.