Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
The S26 FE is the cheaper one to own: around £648 over a typical contract, £500 less than the iPhone 17 Pro Max.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
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Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
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| Screen | 6.9" | 6.7" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| 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 | Exynos 2500 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 4,823 mAh | 4,900 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android 17 |
| 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/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 163.4 x 78 x 8.8 mm | 161.3 x 76.6 x 7.4 mm |
| Weight | 233 grams | 193 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 |
£44.99/mo
£39.00 upfront |
£14.99/mo
£259.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £899.00 | £697.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S26 FE cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is cheaper on contract at £648.36 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £259.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE'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 S26 FE has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 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 S26 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £697.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S26 FE use?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A19 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE uses the Exynos 2500 (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is the more portable of the two: it's 40g lighter at 193 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 161.3 x 76.6 x 7.4 mm, and is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S26 FE run?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE runs Android 17. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.