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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G is the strongest overall pick on verified data
Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G (White, 256 GB)(12 GB RAM) for the strongest overall verified score.
Key differences
The most important category differences from the verified comparison.
Leads the verified performance score at 9.5/10.
Leads the verified display score at 8.6/10.
Leads the verified camera score at 7.0/10.
Leads the verified battery score at 6.3/10.
Leads the verified value score at 4.9/10.
Key specifications
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| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 |
| RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage | 2048 GB | 256 GB |
| Display | 6.9 inch | 6.9 inch |
| Display type | Super Retina XDR OLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Battery | 4832 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Rear camera | 48 MP | 200 MP |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 12 MP |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Overall rating | — | 7.7/10 |
Specifications comparison
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| Feature | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Current Price | ₹229,900 | ₹127,999Winner |
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 9,921 | 11,407Winner |
| AnTuTu | 2,521,699 | 3,905,605Winner |
| RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage | 2 TBWinner | 256 GB |
| Display | 6.9-inch OLED, 120Hz | 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120HzWinner |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 1440x3120Winner |
| Main Camera | 48MP | 200MPWinner |
| Telephoto | 48MP, up to 4x optical | 10MP 3x + 50MP 5xWinner |
| Front Camera | 18MPWinner | 12MP |
| Battery | 4,832mAh | 5,000mAhWinner |
| Wired Charging | 40W | 60WWinner |
| Wireless Charging | Supported | Supported |
| Built-In Stylus | No | S Pen includedWinner |
| AI Platform | Apple Intelligence | Galaxy AI |
| Expert Review | 8.6/10 | 8.7/10Winner |
| User Rating | 4.7/5 | 4.7/5 |
Comparison scores
Category scores are shown on a 10-point scale where comparable evidence exists.
| Category | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Review | 8.6 | 8.7 | — |
| User Rating | 9.4 | 9.4 | — |
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Winner: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 5GBattery
Winner: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 5GPros and cons
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Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- ✓ Strong professional video workflow features
- ✓ 18MP front camera
- ✓ 2TB storage in the compared listing
- ✓ Apple ecosystem integration
- • Much higher current listed price
- • Smaller battery and slower wired charging than Samsung
- • Heavier in the supplied comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G
- ✓ Higher multi-core and AnTuTu scores in the supplied research
- ✓ Sharper 6.9-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display
- ✓ 200MP main camera with wider zoom versatility
- ✓ Larger battery and 60W charging
- ✓ Built-in S Pen
- ✓ Lower current listed price
- • Lower-resolution front camera
- • No magnetic Qi2 charging noted in the supplied research
Which one should you buy?
Choose Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max if
- • You are deeply invested in Apple's ecosystem.
- • Professional video workflows matter more than zoom versatility.
- • You want the higher-resolution front camera.
- • You specifically need the 2TB storage configuration.
Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G if
- • You want the strongest benchmark performance in the supplied comparison.
- • You want a sharper display and broader zoom camera system.
- • You value S Pen productivity.
- • You want the larger battery and faster wired charging.
- • You want the lower current listed price.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is the stronger overall pick in the supplied comparison because it combines higher multi-core and AnTuTu performance, a sharper display, broader zoom camera hardware, larger battery, faster charging, built-in S Pen and a much lower current listed price. iPhone 17 Pro Max remains the better fit for buyers who prioritise Apple's ecosystem, professional video workflows and the higher-resolution front camera.
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Frequently asked questions
Which is better overall, iPhone 17 Pro Max or Galaxy S26 Ultra?
On the supplied comparison data, Galaxy S26 Ultra is the stronger overall pick because it leads in benchmark performance, display resolution, zoom versatility, battery size, charging speed and current listed price.
Which phone is better for gaming?
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads the supplied multi-core and AnTuTu benchmark results, while iPhone 17 Pro Max remains strong for graphics efficiency and Apple-optimised games.
Which phone has the better camera system?
Galaxy S26 Ultra offers the more versatile rear-camera hardware with a 200MP main sensor and dual telephoto system. iPhone 17 Pro Max stands out more for professional video workflows and its 18MP front camera.
Which phone has better battery and charging?
Galaxy S26 Ultra has the edge in the supplied specifications with a 5,000mAh battery and 60W charging versus 4,832mAh and 40W on iPhone 17 Pro Max.
Which phone offers better value in India?
Based on the attached current product listings, Galaxy S26 Ultra is substantially cheaper while also offering stronger hardware in several categories.
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