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iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Galaxy A55 5G

Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 9 Sept 2026
Apple256 GB

iPhone 18 Pro Max

6.9″ · 120 Hz

256 GB · Burgundy · UK A3717 · nano-SIM + eSIM · MJXQ4QN/ARelease: 18 Sept 2026
iPhone 18 Pro Max in Burgundy, official Apple front and rear product views
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Samsung128 GB

Galaxy A55 5G

6.6″ · Super AMOLED · 120 Hz

128 GB · Awesome Iceblue · UK SM-A556BLBAEUB
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G in Awesome Iceblue, official product view
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Pixel density

Pixels per inch describe display density. This is not an overall display-quality or colour-accuracy score.

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THE DIFFERENCES THAT MATTER

A quick read on the trade-offs.

Every specification
Galaxy A55 5G

36g lighter.

Published device weight, without a case.

iPhone 18 Pro Max
249g
Galaxy A55 5G
213g

Schematic balance · not a physical simulation

iPhone 18 Pro Max

0.3″ larger diagonal.

Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.

iPhone 18 Pro Max
6.9″
Galaxy A55 5G
6.6″

Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size

DATA INCOMPLETE

Camera details matter.

Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.

iPhone 18 Pro Max
4×
Galaxy A55 5G
Not verified

Lens illustration · not an image-quality test

MANUFACTURER CLAIMS

Playback on paper.

Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.

iPhone 18 Pro Max
Up to 43h
Galaxy A55 5G
Up to 28h

Shared 50-hour scale · not mixed-use battery life

BEYOND THE TOTAL

Why choose each?

Different strengths. Your call.

Published facts, not hands-on recommendations. These preferences do not add extra points to the match score; no tested battery gains are inferred.

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iPhone 18 Pro Max Galaxy A55 5G
Display explainedNot enough evidence to score

iPhone 18 Pro Max: Published brightness, pixel density and maximum refresh under the existing capability model. This is not a laboratory display rating.

Galaxy A55 5G: Required display inputs are incomplete.

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Full specifications

All specs95 specificationsiPhone 18 Pro MaxGalaxy A55 5G
Weight
249g
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
213g
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Width
78mm
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
77.4mm
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Thickness
8.75mm
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
8.2mm
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Screen size
6.9″
Nominal diagonal; actual viewable area is smaller.
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
6.6″
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.
3000 nitsPublished outdoor peak · Manufacturer claim, not an independent measurement.
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Not verified
Pixel density
460 ppi
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Not verified
Maximum refresh rate
120Hz
Adaptive ProMotion; refresh depends on content.
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
120Hz
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Native telephoto reach
4×Dedicated 100 mm equivalent telephoto.
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Not verified
Rear camera modules
3
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
3
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
8K video recording
NoApple lists recording up to 4K at 120 fps; 8K is not included in the complete published recording specifications.
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
No
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.
43 hours
Apple UK local-video claim; not a mixed-use endurance test.
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
28 hours
Video Playback Time (Hours, Wireless); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Wireless charging
Yes
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Not verified
Published support term
Not verifiedUpdate policy
SourceApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
Not verifiedUpdate policy
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Display specification
6.9-inch OLED · 2868 × 1320 · 460 ppi · adaptive refresh up to 120 Hz
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
168.3mm (6.6" full rectangle) / 163.7mm (6.4" rounded corners); Super AMOLED; 1080 x 2340 (FHD+); up to 120 Hz
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Chipset / published CPU
Apple A20 Pro · 6 CPU cores · 7 GPU cores · dual 16-core Neural Engine
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Octa-Core; published CPU clock groups: 2.75GHz, 2GHz. Chipset trade name is not stated in this specification.
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
RAM and storage configuration
256 GB fixed storage; RAM capacity is not published in Apple’s specification
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max, 256 GB, Burgundy
128 GB storage; 8 GB RAM
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Camera system
48 MP main with f/1.48, f/1.8, f/2.8 and f/4 apertures; 48 MP ultrawide; 48 MP 4× telephoto; 8× optical-quality crop mode
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Rear: 50.0 MP + 12.0 MP + 5.0 MP; front: 32.0 MP; recording: UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Battery and charging
UK claim: up to 43 h local video; up to 50% in 15 minutes with a 60W-capable USB-C adapter supporting AVS; adapter sold separately. Battery capacity in mAh is not published.
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
5000 mAh typical capacity; manufacturer video claim up to 28 h. Capacity and playback claims do not establish independently measured endurance.
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Dimensions
163.4 × 78 × 8.75 mm (height × width × thickness)
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
161.1 x 77.4 x 8.2 mm (height × width × depth)
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Regional SIM / network configuration
UK model A3717: nano-SIM + eSIM and dual-eSIM support; 5G sub-6 GHz. Carrier services need separate confirmation.
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
UK SM-A556BLBAEUB; Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM; SIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD) or Embedded SIM; 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD. Carrier services and US availability need separate confirmation.
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Storage
256 GB
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max, 256 GB, Burgundy
128 GB
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
RAM
Not verifiedNot published by Apple in the checked specification.
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
8 GB
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Height
163.4 mm
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
161.1 mm
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Form factor
slab
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
slab
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Colour
Burgundy
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max, 256 GB, Burgundy
Awesome Iceblue
SourceSamsung UK current phone configurations and part numbers
Claimed streamed video
38 hoursApple UK claim.
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Not verified
Time to 50% wired charge
15 minutesApple claim with a separately sold 60W-capable adapter supporting AVS.
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Not verified
MagSafe / Qi2 charging
25 WCompatible charger and adapter required.
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Not verified
Ingress protection
IP68Apple controlled test: 6 metres for 30 minutes; resistance is not permanent.
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Not verified
eSIM only
No
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
No
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Optical-quality zoom
8 ×Manufacturer crop-mode claim; not a separate lens.
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Not verified
Front camera
18 MP Center Stage · f/1.9 · autofocus
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
32.0 MP
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
USB connection
USB-C · DisplayPort · USB 3 up to 10 Gb/s
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
USB Type-C; USB 2.0
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Wireless connectivity
Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Thread
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz, HE80, MIMO, 1024-QAM; Bluetooth v5.3
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Biometric authentication
Face ID
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Not verified
Launch operating system
iOS 27
SourceApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
Not verified
Announced
2026-09-09
SourceApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
Not verified
Pre-orders open
2026-09-12
SourceApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
Not verified
Announced availability
2026-09-18
SourceApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
Not verified
Manufacturer UK reference price
£1,299Announced 256 GB configuration price; not a current retailer offer.
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max, 256 GB, Burgundy
Not verifiedNo price was returned for this exact configuration in the checked manufacturer catalogue.
SourceSamsung UK current phone configurations and part numbers
US specification difference
US model is eSIM-only; Apple lists 45 h local video and 40 h streamed video. Those figures are not substituted for this UK model.
SourceApple US iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Not verified
Published professional camera workflows
4The existing capability model counts RAW stills, professional codecs, log capture and external production tools. Apple lists ProRAW, ProRes, Apple Log 2 and Genlock.
SourceApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Not verified
Panel technology
Not verified
Super AMOLED
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Main display resolution
Not verified
1080 x 2340 (FHD+)
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Typical battery capacity
Not verified
5000 mAhManufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
3.5 mm headphone jack
Not verified
No
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Memory card support
Not verified
Yes
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Colour Depth (Main Display)
Not verified
16M
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Rear Camera - Resolution (Multiple)
Not verified
50.0 MP + 12.0 MP + 5.0 MP
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Rear Camera - F Number (Multiple)
Not verified
F1.8 , F2.2 , F2.4
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Rear Camera - Auto Focus
Not verified
Yes
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Rear Camera - OIS
Not verified
Yes
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Rear Camera Zoom
Not verified
Digital Zoom up to 10x
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Front Camera - Resolution
Not verified
32.0 MP
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Front Camera - F Number
Not verified
F2.2
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Front Camera - Auto Focus
Not verified
No
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Front Camera - OIS
Not verified
No
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Rear Camera - Flash
Not verified
Yes
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Front Camera - Flash
Not verified
No
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Video Recording Resolution
Not verified
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Slow Motion
Not verified
240fps @HD
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Available Storage (GB)
Not verified
109.5
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
External Storage Support
Not verified
MicroSD (Up to 1TB)
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Number of SIM
Not verified
Dual-SIM
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
SIM size
Not verified
Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
SIM Slot Type
Not verified
SIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD) or Embedded SIM
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Infra
Not verified
2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
2G GSM
Not verified
GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
3G UMTS
Not verified
B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
4G FDD LTE
Not verified
B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B17(700), B20(800), B25(1900), B26(850), B28(700), B32(1500), B66(AWS-3)
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
4G TDD LTE
Not verified
B38(2600), B40(2300), B41(2500)
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
5G FDD Sub6
Not verified
N1(2100), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N20(800), N28(700), N66(AWS-3)
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
5G TDD Sub6
Not verified
N38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
USB Interface
Not verified
USB Type-C
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
USB Version
Not verified
USB 2.0
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Location Technology
Not verified
GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Earjack
Not verified
USB Type-C
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
MHL
Not verified
No
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Wi-Fi
Not verified
802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz, HE80, MIMO, 1024-QAM
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Wi-Fi Direct
Not verified
Yes
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Bluetooth Version
Not verified
Bluetooth v5.3
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
NFC
Not verified
Yes
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
PC Sync.
Not verified
Smart Switch (PC version)
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
OS
Not verified
Android
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Form Factor
Not verified
Touchscreen Bar
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Sensors
Not verified
Accelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Internet Usage Time(LTE) (Hours)
Not verified
Up to 25
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Internet Usage Time(Wi-Fi) (Hours)
Not verified
Up to 24
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Removable
Not verified
No
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Audio Playback Time (Hours, Wireless)
Not verified
Up to 79
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Stereo Support
Not verified
Yes
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Video Playing Resolution
Not verified
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Samsung DeX Support
Not verified
No
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
SmartThings Support
Not verified
Yes
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
Mobile TV
Not verified
No
SourceSamsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUB
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Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max

256 GB · checked 9 Sept 2026

Your weighted scoreNot availableSelected categories: None.

Comparable evidence is missing in one or more selected categories.

Display93.0 / 100

Published brightness, pixel density and maximum refresh under the existing capability model. This is not a laboratory display rating.

Selected weight: 1.

medium confidence · 100% model coverage
Published peak brightnessSource value: 3000
100.00 × 40% = 40.00

Manufacturer-published peak figure; not an independent measurement.

Apple
Pixel densitySource value: 460
80.00 × 35% = 28.00

Published or explicitly calculated pixel density.

Apple
Maximum adaptive refresh rateSource value: 120
100.00 × 25% = 25.00Apple

Category score = 40.00 + 28.00 + 25.00 = 93.00

Camera82.0 / 100

The existing camera-capability model uses lens reach, modules and published recording workflows. It does not measure photo quality.

Selected weight: 1.

medium confidence · 100% model coverage
Native telephoto reachSource value: 4
80.00 × 25% = 20.00

Manufacturer crop-mode claim; not a separate lens.

Apple
Published optical-quality reachSource value: 8
80.00 × 15% = 12.00

Manufacturer crop-mode claim; not a separate lens.

Apple
Published pro workflowsSource value: 4
100.00 × 35% = 35.00

The existing capability model counts RAW stills, professional codecs, log capture and external production tools. Apple lists ProRAW, ProRes, Apple Log 2 and Genlock.

Apple
8K recording availableSource value: 0
0.00 × 5% = 0.00Apple
Native rear camera modulesSource value: 3
75.00 × 20% = 15.00Apple

Category score = 20.00 + 12.00 + 35.00 + 0.00 + 15.00 = 82.00

Battery100.0 / 100

Uses the listed playback mode and short charging claim. Manufacturer protocols differ; this is not measured endurance.

Selected weight: 1.

low confidence · 100% model coverage
Manufacturer-claimed local video playbackSource value: 43
100.00 × 65% = 65.00

Apple UK local-video claim; not a mixed-use endurance test.

Apple
Manufacturer-claimed charging rateSource value: 3.33
100.00 × 35% = 35.00

Apple claim with a separately sold 60W-capable adapter supporting AVS. 50 divided by 15 minutes; not a sustained charging rate.

Apple

Category score = 65.00 + 35.00 = 100.00

PerformanceNot scored

Comparable independent CPU, GPU and sustained-performance measurements are not available here.

Selected weight: 1.

Missing: Independent benchmarks.

LongevityNot scored

The published update policy is listed separately; remaining support is not converted into a quality score.

Selected weight: 1.

Missing: Comparable remaining-support scoring methodology.

Specifications & verification
Weight249 gmanufacturer · high confidenceApple
Width78 mmmanufacturer · high confidenceApple
Thickness8.75 mmmanufacturer · high confidenceApple
Display size6.9 inchesmanufacturer · high confidence

Nominal diagonal; actual viewable area is smaller.

Apple
Peak brightness3000 nitsmanufacturer · high confidence

Manufacturer claim, not an independent measurement.

Apple
Claimed video playback43 hoursmanufacturer · high confidence

Apple UK local-video claim; not a mixed-use endurance test.

Apple
Claimed charging rate3.3333333333333335% per minutecalculated · low confidence

Apple claim with a separately sold 60W-capable adapter supporting AVS. 50 divided by 15 minutes; not a sustained charging rate.

Apple
Published total supportNot verified

not published

Wireless chargingYesmanufacturer · high confidenceApple
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified

not published

Headphone jackNot verified

not published

Expandable storageNot verified

not published

eSIM onlyNomanufacturer · high confidenceApple
IP ratingIP68manufacturer · high confidence

Apple controlled test: 6 metres for 30 minutes; resistance is not permanent.

Apple
RAMNot verified

not published

Apple
Pixel density460 ppimanufacturer · high confidenceApple
Maximum refresh rate120 Hzmanufacturer · high confidence

Adaptive ProMotion; refresh depends on content.

Apple
Native telephoto reach4×manufacturer · high confidence

Dedicated 100 mm equivalent telephoto.

Apple
Claimed optical-quality reach8×manufacturer · high confidence

Manufacturer crop-mode claim; not a separate lens.

Apple
Rear camera modules3manufacturer · high confidenceApple
8K recordingNomanufacturer · high confidence

Apple lists recording up to 4K at 120 fps; 8K is not included in the complete published recording specifications.

Apple
Reference MSRP£1,299.00Apple
All sources4
  1. Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsApple · accessed 2026-09-09
  2. Apple US iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsApple · accessed 2026-09-09
  3. Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max, 256 GB, BurgundyApple · accessed 2026-09-09
  4. Apple announces iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple · accessed 2026-09-09

Samsung Galaxy A55 5G

128 GB · checked 10 Sept 2026

Your weighted scoreNot availableSelected categories: None.

Comparable evidence is missing in one or more selected categories.

DisplayNot scored

Required display inputs are incomplete.

Selected weight: 1.

Missing: Comparable display specifications.

CameraNot scored

Camera hardware is listed, but all inputs for the camera-capability model have not been verified.

Selected weight: 1.

Missing: Complete model-defined camera workflow evidence.

BatteryNot scored

Comparable battery claim inputs are missing.

Selected weight: 1.

Missing: Playback and charging conditions.

PerformanceNot scored

Comparable independent CPU, GPU and sustained-performance measurements are not available here.

Selected weight: 1.

Missing: Independent benchmarks.

LongevityNot scored

The published update policy is listed separately; remaining support is not converted into a quality score.

Selected weight: 1.

Missing: Comparable remaining-support scoring methodology.

Specifications & verification
Weight213 gmanufacturer · high confidenceSamsung
Width77.4 mmmanufacturer · high confidenceSamsung
Thickness8.2 mmmanufacturer · high confidenceSamsung
Display size6.6 inchesmanufacturer · high confidence

Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.

Samsung
Peak brightnessNot verified

not published

Claimed video playback28 hoursmanufacturer · high confidence

Video Playback Time (Hours, Wireless); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.

Samsung
Claimed charging rateNot verified

not published

Published total supportNot verified

not published

Wireless chargingNot verified

not published

Reverse wireless chargingNot verified

not published

Headphone jackNomanufacturer · high confidenceSamsung
Expandable storageYesmanufacturer · high confidenceSamsung
eSIM onlyNomanufacturer · high confidenceSamsung
IP ratingNot verified

not published

RAM8 GBmanufacturer · high confidenceSamsung
Pixel densityNot verified

not published

Maximum refresh rate120 Hzmanufacturer · high confidenceSamsung
Native telephoto reachNot verified

not published

Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified

not published

Rear camera modules3manufacturer · high confidenceSamsung
8K recordingNomanufacturer · high confidenceSamsung
Reference MSRPNot verified
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  1. Samsung UK Galaxy A55 5G technical specifications — SM-A556BLBAEUBSamsung · accessed 2026-09-10
  2. Samsung UK Galaxy A55 5G product pageSamsung · accessed 2026-09-10
  3. Samsung UK current phone configurations and part numbersSamsung · accessed 2026-09-10
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