| Name | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | $1199 | $1999.99 |
| Released | Sep 2025 | Jul 2025 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Current price | Apple, Amazon | Samsung, Amazon |
| Software | ||
| Operating system (OS) | iOS 26 | Android 16 |
| Latest OS update? | - | - |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | LTPO OLED | AMOLED |
| Display size (inch) | 6.9″ | 8.0″ (main), 6.5″ (front) |
| Resolution (H×W) | 2868×1320 | 2184×1968, 2520×1080 |
| Aspect ratio (H:W) | 19.5:9 | 10:9 |
| Pixel density (PPI) | 460 PPI | 368 PPI, 422 PPI |
| HDR support (types) | Dolby Vision, HDR10 | HDR10+ |
| Refresh rate (max) | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Hardware | ||
| Chipset | Apple A19 Pro | Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| GPU | Apple GPU, 6 cores | Adreno 830 |
| CPU cores | 6-core | 8-core |
| CPU clock speed (max) | 4.26 GHz | 4.47 GHz |
| RAM options (GB) | 12 GB | 12 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory options (GB) | 256 | 512 | 1024 | 2048 | 256 | 512 | 1024 |
| Memory card slot? (microSD) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Main camera layout | ||
| Primary (wide) | 48 MP | 200 MP |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 10 MP |
| Optical zoom | 4× | 3× |
| Other cameras (macro/depth) | ToF 3D LiDAR scanner | ❌ |
| Main camera features | ||
| Photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Video HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| 8K video? | ❌ | 30 fps |
| 4K video? | 24/25/30/60/100/120 fps | 60 fps |
| 1080p video? | 25/30/60/120/240 fps | 60/120/240 fps |
| Other resolutions? | 720p@30 fps | ❌ |
| Selfie-camera layout | ||
| Primary | 18 MP wide | 10 MP wide (front) |
| Secondary | SL 3D | 10 MP wide (inner) |
| Selfie-camera features | ||
| Face recognition? | Face ID | Face unlock |
| Selfie photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| 4K selfie video? | 24/25/30/60 fps | 30/60 fps |
| 1080p selfie video? | 25/30/60/120 fps | 30/60 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Connectivity | ||
| SIM type? (physical) | Nano (USA: none) | Nano |
| Dual SIM? (card slots) | ❌ China only | ✔ |
| eSIM? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Cellular networks | 5G | 5G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 5.4 |
| NFC? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Charging & data port | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Battery, power & charging | ||
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 4832 mAh, .5088 mAh (USA) | 4400 mAh |
| Wired charging speed? | 40 W | 25 W |
| Wireless charging? | 25 Watt | 15 Watt |
| Reverse wireless charging? | ❌ | ✔ |
| Audio | ||
| Speakers | 2.0 (stereo) | 2.0 (stereo) |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Build & materials | ||
| IP-Code | IP68 | IP48 |
| Screen material | Ceramic Shield 2 | Gorilla Glass Victus Ceramic 2 |
| Frame material | Aluminum Alloy | Aluminum |
| Back material | Ceramic Shield | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| Layout & design | ||
| Selfie camera placement? | Island | Punch hole |
| Fingerprint sensor? | ❌ | Side-mounted |
| Special design features? | Action button, Camera control button | Foldable |
| Color options: | Silver, Blue, Orange | Blue Shadow, Silver Shadow, Jet Black, Mint |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 16.34×7.80×0.88 | 15.84×14.32×0.42 (open), 15.84×7.28×0.89 (closed) |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 6.43×3.07×0.35 | 6.24×5.63×0.17 (open), 6.24×2.87×0.35 (closed) |
| Weight (gram): | 233 | 215 |
| Weight (oz): | 8.22 | 7.58 |
| In the box | ||
| Cables? | USB-C to C | USB-C to C |
| Charger? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Adapters? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other | SIM tool (outside USA) | SIM tool |
| More info | ||
| Model numbers | A3526, A3257, A3527, A3525 | SM-F966 |
| User guide / manual | User Guide | User Guide |
| Official site link: | Apple.com | Samsung.com |
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