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Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S25

Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 4 Sept 2026
Apple256 GB

iPhone 16 Pro Max

6.9″ · OLED · 120 Hz · Apple A18 Pro · 6-core CPU · 6-core GPU · 16-core Neural Engine

256 GB · Desert Titanium · UK A3296 · nano-SIM + eSIMFull product profile
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max in Desert Titanium, official front and rear product viewDesert Titanium
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Samsung256 GB

Galaxy S25

6.2 inches. Just 162 grams.

256 GB · 12 GB RAM · Navy · UK SM-S931BDBGEUBFull product profile
Galaxy S25 in Navy, front and rearNavy
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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

Visual facts

Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.

How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
  • Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
  • “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
  • Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06

Main camera aperture

A variable aperture gives physical control over light and depth of field. It does not establish measured photo quality.

Galaxy S25Fixed f/1.8

Aperture is matched to the named Wide lens, not another row or telephoto aperture.

Source 1
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iPhone 16 Pro Max

0.7″ larger diagonal.

Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.

iPhone 16 Pro Max
6.9″
Galaxy S25
6.2″

Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

20 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 4 are also drawn in Visual facts above. 2 manufacturer descriptions restating separately listed fields are grouped below. Missing information stays separate.

Published video playback

In Visual facts
iPhone 16 Pro Max33 hours
Galaxy S2529 hours
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Apple up-to playback claim under its stated test conditions; not an independent endurance result.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Galaxy S25

Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB

Manufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.

Camera system

iPhone 16 Pro Max48 MP main with second-generation sensor-shift OIS; 48 MP ultra-wide; 12 MP dedicated 5× telephoto with autofocus and optical stabilisation
Galaxy S2550 MP main · 12 MP ultra-wide · 10 MP 3× telephoto
Sources
Galaxy S25

Physical lenses are individually identified by the launch table. Cropped optical-quality modes are not extra modules.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBGalaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditions

Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.

Wireless connectivity

iPhone 16 Pro MaxWi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 5.3 · Thread · UWB · NFC
Galaxy S25Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 5.4 · NFC
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

UWB is Apple's second-generation Ultra Wideband chip. Wi-Fi 7 and Ultra Wideband availability depend on region; compatible equipment and service conditions apply. A capability inventory does not establish measured throughput.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Galaxy S25

Exact SKU connectivity rows. S26 Bluetooth5.4 is not replaced with Plus/Ultra6.0; regulatory/provider/equipment limits apply.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB

The named Wi-Fi or Bluetooth generations differ. Other radios named by only one source remain unverified on the other; omission from a positive inventory is not absence. Check the exact regional model and compatible equipment.

Update support

iPhone 16 Pro MaxA fixed end-of-support date has not been verified. Check current Apple software compatibility before buying.
Galaxy S25Seven OS generations · seven years of security updates from first global launch
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

The technical specification is not a promise of a particular number of future operating-system upgrades.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Galaxy S25

Major-version count and total security duration remain separate; neither is years remaining or hardware lifespan.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB

Distinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.

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Operating system listed in the retained page

iPhone 16 Pro MaxiOS 18
Galaxy S25Android 15 · One UI 7
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Specification-page wording only; this is not a claim about the currently installed version or an end-of-support date.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Galaxy S25

Launch table wording, not a claim about the latest available or installed release.

Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditions

Launch software and update commitments differ. A newer launch version does not establish an exclusive feature.

USB connector and data transfer

iPhone 16 Pro MaxUSB-C · DisplayPort · USB 3 up to 10 Gb/s
Galaxy S25USB-C · USB 3.2 Gen 1
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Data transfer standard; rated maximum is not a measured transfer result. Cable capability matters.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Galaxy S25

Exact connector and USB generation. No measured transfer rate, USB 3.2 Gen 2 or supplied cable speed is inferred.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Battery and charging

iPhone 16 Pro MaxUp to 33 hours video playback; around 50% charge in 30 minutes with a 20 W or higher USB-C adapter; MagSafe up to 25 W and Qi charging
Galaxy S254000 mAh typical · up to 29 hours local video · up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes with a 25 W adapter
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Apple test and accessory conditions apply. The adapter rating is not an established maximum phone input wattage. This is not independent battery testing.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Galaxy S25

Typical capacity, playback and charge endpoint are different manufacturer claims. Adapter power is not maximum handset input or sustained measured power.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBGalaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditions

Manufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.

Manufacturer wording of separate fields (2)

Combined manufacturer descriptions whose values are listed as separate differences. Kept here so every verified difference stays in one list.

Display specification

iPhone 16 Pro Max6.9-inch OLED · 2868 × 1320 · adaptive refresh up to 120 Hz
Galaxy S256.2-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 2340 × 1080 · adaptive up to 120 Hz
Sources
Galaxy S25

Exact model diagonal and pixel dimensions; shared adaptive-range claim is from the named UK launch table.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBGalaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditions

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Configuration & compatibility details (2)

RAM and storage configuration

iPhone 16 Pro Max256 GB storage
Galaxy S2512 GB RAM · 256 GB storage
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Apple does not publish RAM capacity in these technical specifications; the separate RAM field remains unknown.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Galaxy S25

Exact selected SKU table; neither 16 GB / 1 TB Ultra nor another capacity is substituted.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB

A configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.

Regional SIM / network configuration

iPhone 16 Pro MaxUK A3296 · nano-SIM + eSIM · dual eSIM
Galaxy S25UK SM-S931BDBGEUB · 12 GB / 256 GB · nano-SIM + eSIM
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

US A3084 has no physical SIM tray. Its cellular-band support has not been verified for this UK record. Retailer searches do not establish regional equivalence.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specificationsApple — official regional iPhone model identifiers
Galaxy S25

Actual retrieved selected-SKU response, not a guessed order code. Identity does not establish current stock or carrier compatibility.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB

These descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (48)

Rear 4K recording maximum

iPhone 16 Pro Max120 fps
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

100/120 fps Dolby Vision applies to the Fusion camera. Supported mode, not a measured quality or sustained-performance score.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Galaxy S25

The table lists UHD120 under Slow Motion, not ordinary rear 4K capture. A normal-mode maximum needs additional mode-specific evidence.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Cinematic mode recording maximum

iPhone 16 Pro Max30 fps
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Cinematic mode up to 4K HDR at 30 fps; distinct from ordinary 4K frame-rate support.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Galaxy S25

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Maximum wired charging power

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Required adapter wattage does not establish maximum device input power.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Galaxy S25

25 W is the named adapter in the source test; a maximum sustained handset-input value is not established by that requirement.

Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditions

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Storage technology

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S25

The exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Expandable storage

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S25

Not verified for this exact model.

Galaxy S25 256GB — Specifications and Software Support

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

eSIM support

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy S25Yes
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S25

Explicit embedded-SIM and mixed/dual-eSIM arrangements; provider support remains separate.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published support term

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy S257 years
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S25

Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Promised OS version upgrades

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy S257
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S25

Seven generations of OS updates; not the same quantity as years of support.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Apple Intelligence support

iPhone 16 Pro MaxYes
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Feature availability depends on software, language and region. This does not establish measured AI performance.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Galaxy S25

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published audio playback

iPhone 16 Pro Max105 hours
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Apple up-to audio playback test.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Galaxy S25

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Bluetooth version

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy S255.4
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S25

Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published wired charge test duration

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy S2530 minutes
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S25

Around 30 minutes for the stated endpoint, not a comparable 50%-charge time.

Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditions

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published wired charge endpoint

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy S2550%
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S25

Up-to endpoint in around 30 minutes with a 25 W compatible adapter; mode, start-state and screen conditions remain source-specific.

Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditions

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published CPU clock groups

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy S254.47 GHz · 3.5 GHz
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S25

Multiple clock groups, not a sustained all-core clock or benchmark.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published CPU core count

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy S258
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S25

Exact SKU table; core count alone is not performance.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Crash Detection

iPhone 16 Pro MaxYes
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Calling for help requires mobile data or Wi-Fi calling; this is not a guarantee that every crash is detected.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Galaxy S25

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Samsung DeX support

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy S25Yes
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S25

Exact SKU services table says Yes; display, cable and software setup requirements remain.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Dual eSIM support

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy S25Yes
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S25

Explicit SIM Slot Type includes Dual eSIM.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

HDR peak brightness

iPhone 16 Pro Max1600 nits
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Headphone jack

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy S25No
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S25

Earjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Included accessories

iPhone 16 Pro MaxUSB-C charge cable (1 m) and documentation; power adapter and EarPods not included
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

MagSafe support

iPhone 16 Pro MaxYes
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

MagSafe charging, magnet array and alignment magnet are expressly listed. Generic Qi charging on another product does not by itself prove MagSafe support there.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Galaxy S25

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

RAM technology

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S25

The exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published minimum battery endurance cycles

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy S252000 cycles
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S25

Manufacturer eco-design cycles; this retained table does not specify the capacity-retention threshold. No percentage is invented.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

ProRes recording

iPhone 16 Pro MaxUp to 4K at 120 fps with external recording
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

External recording is explicitly required for the stated maximum. No storage throughput or cable compatibility is inferred.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Galaxy S25

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Qi charging maximum

iPhone 16 Pro Max7.5 W
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Apple lists Qi wireless charging up to 7.5 W separately from the MagSafe rating. Compatible Qi equipment and actual conditions apply; this is not a measured or sustained rate.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Galaxy S25

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rated minimum battery capacity

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy S253885 mAh
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S25

The manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rear 8K recording maximum

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy S2530 fps
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S25

Camera capture maximum, separate from playback-only 8K60 in Audio and Video.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

User-removable battery

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy S25No
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S25

The exact table explicitly states Removable No.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Reverse wireless charging

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy S25Yes
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S25

Explicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.

Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditions

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Emergency SOS via satellite

iPhone 16 Pro MaxYes
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Manufacturer-listed capability. Service availability, regional restrictions and setup requirements apply; no network compatibility is inferred.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Galaxy S25

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published security update end date

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy S252032-01-31
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S25

Exact model-specific Valid until date, without calculating a support-start date from it.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Stereo support

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy S25Yes
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S25

Explicit stereo support; not a measured audio-quality score.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published streamed video playback

iPhone 16 Pro Max29 hours
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Separate Apple streaming test; do not equate it with local video playback.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Galaxy S25

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

US model distinction

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S25

This UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.

Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

MagSafe charging maximum

iPhone 16 Pro Max25 W
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

MagSafe rating with compatible accessories and the stated adapter conditions; it is not a rating for every Qi charger.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Galaxy S25

Named wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.

Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditions

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

12 shared fields have the same recorded value.

COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

All specs85 specificationsiPhone 16 Pro MaxGalaxy S25
WeightDiffers
Sources
227g
Published device mass; not shipping or accessory-inclusive mass.
162g
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
WidthDiffers
Sources
77.6mm
70.5mm
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
ThicknessDiffers
Sources
8.25mm
7.2mm
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
DimensionsDiffers
Sources
163 × 77.6 × 8.25 mm (height × width × depth)
146.9 × 70.5 × 7.2 mm (height × width × depth)Uses the labelled SKU table HxWxD order, not launch width-first positions.
HeightDiffers
Sources
163 mm
146.9 mmLabelled height.
Form factor
Sources
slab
slabExplicit Touchscreen Bar form.
Colour
Sources
Desert Titanium
Not verified
Screen sizeDiffers
Sources
6.9″
Marketed diagonal. Rounded corners reduce the viewable area.
6.2″
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.Differs
Sources
2000 nits
Outdoor peak brightness · Outdoor peak claim, not HDR peak or sustained full-screen brightness.
2600 nits
Samsung's S25-series FAQ states 2,600 nits; this is a manufacturer peak claim, not an independent measurement.
Pixel densityDiffers
Sources
460 ppi
415.68 ppi
Calculated pixel density, not a separate manufacturer measurement.
Maximum refresh rate
Sources
120Hz
120Hz
Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.
Display specificationDiffers
Sources
6.9-inch OLED · 2868 × 1320 · adaptive refresh up to 120 Hz
6.2-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 2340 × 1080 · adaptive up to 120 HzExact model diagonal and pixel dimensions; shared adaptive-range claim is from the named UK launch table.
Display resolutionDiffers
Sources
2868 × 1320
2340 × 1080Exact model pixel dimensions; FHD+ and QHD+ remain different tiers.
HDR peak brightness
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
1600 nits
Not verified
Native telephoto reachDiffers
Sources
5×
Dedicated telephoto magnification · Dedicated 12 MP tetraprism telephoto; the separate 2× main-sensor crop is not another lens.
3×
Dedicated telephoto reach · Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
Rear camera modules
Sources
3
3
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
8K video recording
Sources
Not verified8K recording · An omitted 8K mode is not recorded as an explicit incompatibility.
Yes8K recording · The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
Camera systemDiffers
Sources
48 MP main with second-generation sensor-shift OIS; 48 MP ultra-wide; 12 MP dedicated 5× telephoto with autofocus and optical stabilisation
50 MP main · 12 MP ultra-wide · 10 MP 3× telephotoPhysical lenses are individually identified by the launch table. Cropped optical-quality modes are not extra modules.
Front cameraDiffers
Sources
12 MP TrueDepth · f/1.9 · autofocus
12 MP · f/2.2 · autofocusThe separate Front Camera rows identify pixels, aperture and autofocus.
Front camera autofocus
Sources
Yes
YesExplicit front autofocus Yes.
Main camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Yes
YesThe S25 launch table explicitly attaches OIS to the Wide lens.
Rear-system optical stabilisation
Sources
YesOptical stabilisation is established for the main camera; this does not assert OIS for every rear lens.
YesExplicit rear-system Yes; not proof every lens has OIS.
Rear camera autofocus
Sources
YesContinuous autofocus is explicitly listed for rear video recording; it does not quantify focusing speed or accuracy.
YesExplicit rear-system autofocus; no focus-speed score is inferred.
Main-camera aperture controlDiffers
Sources
Fixed f/1.78
Fixed f/1.8Aperture is matched to the named Wide lens, not another row or telephoto aperture.
Ordinary rear 4K recording maximum
Sources
120 fps100/120 fps Dolby Vision applies to the Fusion camera. Supported mode, not a measured quality or sustained-performance score.
Not verifiedThe table lists UHD120 under Slow Motion, not ordinary rear 4K capture. A normal-mode maximum needs additional mode-specific evidence.
Front 4K recording maximum
Sources
60 fpsFront-camera recording mode only.
Not verifiedGeneral Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.
Cinematic mode recording maximum
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
30 fpsCinematic mode up to 4K HDR at 30 fps; distinct from ordinary 4K frame-rate support.
Not verified
Camera Control
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Yes
Not verified
ProRes recording
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Up to 4K at 120 fps with external recordingExternal recording is explicitly required for the stated maximum. No storage throughput or cable compatibility is inferred.
Not verified
Optical-quality reach
Sources
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
2×Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
Rear 8K recording maximum
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
30 fpsCamera capture maximum, separate from playback-only 8K60 in Audio and Video.
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.Differs
Sources
33 hours
Published video playback · Apple up-to playback claim under its stated test conditions; not an independent endurance result.
29 hours
Published local-video playback · Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.
Wireless charging
Sources
Yes
YesNamed wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.
Battery and chargingDiffers
Sources
Up to 33 hours video playback; around 50% charge in 30 minutes with a 20 W or higher USB-C adapter; MagSafe up to 25 W and Qi chargingApple test and accessory conditions apply. The adapter rating is not an established maximum phone input wattage. This is not independent battery testing.
4000 mAh typical · up to 29 hours local video · up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes with a 25 W adapterTypical capacity, playback and charge endpoint are different manufacturer claims. Adapter power is not maximum handset input or sustained measured power.
Published streamed video playback
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
29 hoursSeparate Apple streaming test; do not equate it with local video playback.
Not verified
Published audio playback
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
105 hoursApple up-to audio playback test.
Not verified
Time to 50% wired charge
Sources
30 minutesApple fast-charge claim using a 20 W or higher adapter and USB-C cable; adapter is sold separately. Test variables affect the result.
30 minutesUp to 50% in around 30 minutes, 25 W adapter and 3 A USB-C cable, starting at 0% with services, features and display off.
Typical battery capacity
Sources
Not verifiedApple does not publish a capacity in the retained technical specifications.
4000 mAhDirect typical capacity, separate from rated minimum.
Published wireless charging maximum
Sources
25 WMagSafe rating with compatible accessories and the stated adapter conditions; it is not a rating for every Qi charger.
Not verifiedNamed wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.
MagSafe support
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
YesMagSafe charging, magnet array and alignment magnet are expressly listed. Generic Qi charging on another product does not by itself prove MagSafe support there.
Not verified
Qi charging maximum
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
7.5 WApple lists Qi wireless charging up to 7.5 W separately from the MagSafe rating. Compatible Qi equipment and actual conditions apply; this is not a measured or sustained rate.
Not verified
Wireless PowerShare
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
YesExplicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
Rated minimum battery capacity
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
3885 mAhThe manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.
Published wired charge endpoint
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
50%Up-to endpoint in around 30 minutes with a 25 W compatible adapter; mode, start-state and screen conditions remain source-specific.
Published wired charge test duration
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
30 minutesAround 30 minutes for the stated endpoint, not a comparable 50%-charge time.
User-removable battery
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
NoThe exact table explicitly states Removable No.
Published minimum battery endurance cycles
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
2000 cyclesManufacturer eco-design cycles; this retained table does not specify the capacity-retention threshold. No percentage is invented.
Published support term
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
7 yearsPublished security update term · Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
Update supportDiffers
Sources
A fixed end-of-support date has not been verified. Check current Apple software compatibility before buying.The technical specification is not a promise of a particular number of future operating-system upgrades.
Seven OS generations · seven years of security updates from first global launchMajor-version count and total security duration remain separate; neither is years remaining or hardware lifespan.
Launch operating systemDiffers
Sources
iOS 18Specification-page wording only; this is not a claim about the currently installed version or an end-of-support date.
Android 15 · One UI 7Launch table wording, not a claim about the latest available or installed release.
Apple Intelligence support
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
YesFeature availability depends on software, language and region. This does not establish measured AI performance.
Not verified
Promised OS version upgrades
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
7Seven generations of OS updates; not the same quantity as years of support.
ChipsetDiffers
Sources
Apple A18 Pro · 6-core CPU · 6-core GPU · 16-core Neural Engine
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for GalaxyUK S25 launch explicitly names Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy. No benchmark is inferred.
RAM and storage configurationConfiguration
Sources
256 GB storageApple does not publish RAM capacity in these technical specifications; the separate RAM field remains unknown.
12 GB RAM · 256 GB storageExact selected SKU table; neither 16 GB / 1 TB Ultra nor another capacity is substituted.
Compared regional modelConfiguration
Sources
UK A3296 · nano-SIM + eSIM · dual eSIMUS A3084 has no physical SIM tray. Its cellular-band support has not been verified for this UK record. Retailer searches do not establish regional equivalence.
UK SM-S931BDBGEUB · 12 GB / 256 GB · nano-SIM + eSIMActual retrieved selected-SKU response, not a guessed order code. Identity does not establish current stock or carrier compatibility.
Storage capacity
Sources
256 GB
256 GBExplicit internal capacity; available free space changes with software.
RAM capacity
Sources
Not verifiedNot published in the retained official specifications; do not copy a third-party estimate.
12 GBExplicit Memory_(GB), distinct from storage.
Panel technologyDiffers
Sources
OLED
Dynamic AMOLED 2XExplicit panel designation, without independent motion or contrast claims.
eSIM only (UK configuration)
Sources
No
NoExplicit physical Nano-SIM support.
Ingress protection claim
Sources
IP68Apple claim: up to 6 metres for up to 30 minutes under IEC 60529; not a guarantee against damage during ordinary use.
IP68Controlled submersion up to 1.5 m freshwater for 30 minutes; resistance can diminish and is not a permanent waterproof guarantee.
USB connector and data transferDiffers
Sources
USB-C · DisplayPort · USB 3 up to 10 Gb/sData transfer standard; rated maximum is not a measured transfer result. Cable capability matters.
USB-C · USB 3.2 Gen 1Exact connector and USB generation. No measured transfer rate, USB 3.2 Gen 2 or supplied cable speed is inferred.
Device unlock
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Face ID
Not verified
Wireless connectivityDiffers
Sources
Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 5.3 · Thread · UWB · NFCUWB is Apple's second-generation Ultra Wideband chip. Wi-Fi 7 and Ultra Wideband availability depend on region; compatible equipment and service conditions apply. A capability inventory does not establish measured throughput.
Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 5.4 · NFCExact SKU connectivity rows. S26 Bluetooth5.4 is not replaced with Plus/Ultra6.0; regulatory/provider/equipment limits apply.
Included accessories
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
USB-C charge cable (1 m) and documentation; power adapter and EarPods not included
Not verified
Action button
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Yes
Not verified
Emergency SOS via satellite
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
YesManufacturer-listed capability. Service availability, regional restrictions and setup requirements apply; no network compatibility is inferred.
Not verified
Crash Detection
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
YesCalling for help requires mobile data or Wi-Fi calling; this is not a guarantee that every crash is detected.
Not verified
Always-On display
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Yes
Not verified
LiDAR scanner
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Yes
Not verified
Log video recording
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Yes
Not verified
3.5 mm headphone jack
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
NoEarjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.
Published CPU core count
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
8Exact SKU table; core count alone is not performance.
Published CPU clock groups
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
4.47 GHz · 3.5 GHzMultiple clock groups, not a sustained all-core clock or benchmark.
Published security update end date
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
2032-01-31Exact model-specific Valid until date, without calculating a support-start date from it.
Bluetooth version
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
5.4Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.
eSIM support
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit embedded-SIM and mixed/dual-eSIM arrangements; provider support remains separate.
Dual eSIM support
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit SIM Slot Type includes Dual eSIM.
Stereo support
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit stereo support; not a measured audio-quality score.
Samsung DeX support
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExact SKU services table says Yes; display, cable and software setup requirements remain.
Show unverified (6)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Maximum wired charging power
Sources
Not verifiedRequired adapter wattage does not establish maximum device input power.
Not verified25 W is the named adapter in the source test; a maximum sustained handset-input value is not established by that requirement.
Front camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Not verifiedNot stated for the front camera in the retained official specifications.
Not verifiedRear-system OIS is not transferred to the front lens.
Expandable storage
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
RAM technology
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.
Storage technology
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.
US model distinction
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThis UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.
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Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max

256 GB · checked 16 Oct 2026

Specifications & verification
Weight227 gManufacturer claim · high confidence

Published device mass; not shipping or accessory-inclusive mass.

Apple
Width77.6 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Thickness8.25 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Display size6.9 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Marketed diagonal. Rounded corners reduce the viewable area.

Apple
Peak brightness2,000 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence

Outdoor peak claim, not HDR peak or sustained full-screen brightness.

Apple
Claimed video playback33 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence

Apple up-to playback claim under its stated test conditions; not an independent endurance result.

Apple
Claimed charging rate1.67% per minuteCalculated from sources · low confidence

Manufacturer charging claim. 50 divided by 30 minutes; not a sustained charging rate.

Apple
Published total supportNot verified

Not published

Wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Headphone jackNot verified

Not published

Expandable storageNot verified

Not published

eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceAppleApple
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Apple claim: up to 6 metres for up to 30 minutes under IEC 60529; not a guarantee against damage during ordinary use.

Apple
RAMNot verified

Not published

Apple
Pixel density460 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Native telephoto reach5×Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Dedicated 12 MP tetraprism telephoto; the separate 2× main-sensor crop is not another lens.

Apple
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified

Not published

Rear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
8K recordingNot verified

Not published

Apple
Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources3
  1. iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specificationsApple · accessed 13 Oct 2026
  2. Apple — official regional iPhone model identifiersApple · accessed 13 Oct 2026
  3. iPhone 16 Pro Max — official image and finish/configuration evidenceApple · accessed 13 Oct 2026

Samsung Galaxy S25

256 GB · checked 4 Sept 2026

Specifications & verification
Weight162 gManufacturer claim · high confidence

Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.

Samsung
Width70.5 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence

Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.

Samsung
Thickness7.2 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence

Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.

Samsung
Display size6.2 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.

Samsung
Peak brightness2,600 nitsManufacturer claim · medium confidence

Samsung's S25-series FAQ states 2,600 nits; this is a manufacturer peak claim, not an independent measurement.

Samsung UK
Claimed video playback29 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence

Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.

Samsung
Claimed charging rate1.67% per minuteCalculated from sources · low confidence

Up to 50% in around 30 minutes, 25 W adapter and 3 A USB-C cable, starting at 0% with services, features and display off. 50 divided by 30 minutes; not a sustained charging rate.

Samsung
Published total support7 yearsManufacturer claim · high confidence

Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.

Samsung
Wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Named wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.

Samsung
Reverse wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Explicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.

Samsung
Headphone jackNoCalculated from sources · medium confidence

Earjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.

Samsung
Expandable storageNot verified

Not verified

Samsung Business UK
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidence

Explicit physical Nano-SIM support.

Samsung
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Controlled submersion up to 1.5 m freshwater for 30 minutes; resistance can diminish and is not a permanent waterproof guarantee.

Samsung
RAM12 GBManufacturer claim · high confidence

Explicit Memory_(GB), distinct from storage.

Samsung
Pixel density415.68 ppiCalculated from sources · high confidence

Calculated pixel density, not a separate manufacturer measurement.

sqrt(2340² + 1080²) divided by the published 6.2-inch full-rectangle diagonal.

Samsung Business UK
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence

Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.

SamsungSamsung
Native telephoto reach3×Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.

SamsungSamsung
Claimed optical-quality reach2×Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.

SamsungSamsung
Rear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.

Samsung
8K recordingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence

The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.

Samsung
Manufacturer list price£859.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceSamsung Newsroom UK
All sources6
  1. Galaxy S25 256GB — Specifications and Software SupportSamsung Business UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
  2. Compare Galaxy S25 Series — Display CapabilitiesSamsung UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
  3. Samsung Galaxy S25 Series Sets the Standard of AI Phone as a True AI CompanionSamsung Newsroom UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
  4. Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
  5. Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
  6. Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
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