Which one is best for you?
With the Galaxy S7 edge, Samsung introduced their first edge-to-edge screen and delivered a phone that created a serious buzz. Two years on, the latest release from Apple is upon us. So how do they measure up?
iPhone XS Max is considerably bigger, for starters, its dazzling 6.5-inch OLED display looks huge next to the 5.5-inch Super AMOLED screen of the Galaxy S7 edge. The Samsung’s camera excels in low light, while the dual camera squeezed into iPhone XS Max delivers pin-sharp photographs with vibrant colours and crisp contrast.
Both phones are water and dust resistant, enjoy great battery life and charge wirelessly. Use our handy quick feature guide to help you work out which model suits your needs best.
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Apple
iPhone XS Max
Take stunning professional pictures with iPhone XS Max’s feature-laden dual-lens camera, including Apple’s Smart HDR
See more on the gorgeous 6.5-inch OLED display – or multi-task with split screen view
Experience a smoother and more immersive gaming experience thanks to the powerful new A12 Bionic chip.
Personalise your favourite Animoji and add stickers and filters for even more fun
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Samsung
Galaxy S7 edge
Enjoy crystal-clear images and video – with true to life colours – on a Super AMOLED screen that curves into the edges
Stay connected with 22 hours talk time and 74 hours’ music play
Unlock quickly and securely with the home button’s built-in fingerprint sensor
Enjoy peace of mind thanks to IP68 water and dust proofing
| Name | iPhone XS Max | Galaxy S7 edge |
|---|---|---|
| Image |
Buy the XS Max |
Buy the Galaxy S7 edge |
| Display | 6.5 inches | 5.5 inches |
| Size and weight |
Height: 157.5 mm Width: 77.4 mm Depth: 7.7 mm Weight: 208 grams |
Height: 150.9 mm Width: 72.6 mm Depth: 7.7 mm Weight: 157 grams |
| Rear camera | Dual 12 MP | 12 MP |
| Front camera | 7 MP | 5 MP |
| Video recording | 4K video recording at 24fps | 4K video recording at 30 fps |
| Processor | A12 Bionic Chip | Exynos 8890 |
| Battery | 3174 mAh | 3600 mAh |
| Storage |
64 GB 256 GB 512 GB |
64 GB |
| Splash, water and dust resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Buy now | Buy the XS Max | Buy the Galaxy S7 edge |