Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A35
iPhone 14 Pro Max dominates with its superior A16 Bionic chipset delivering exceptional performance and a stunning 2796 x 1290 Super Retina XDR display at 2000 nits brightness. Camera capabilities are dramatically better—48MP main sensor with 3x optical telephoto, Dolby Vision 4K recording, and computational photography advantages make it the clear winner for photography enthusiasts. Galaxy A35 offers remarkable value with a larger 5000 mAh battery, faster 25W charging, and solid 50MP main camera with OIS for everyday shooting. However, its Exynos 1380 processor struggles with demanding tasks, display brightness tops at 1000 nits, and video caps at 4K/30fps. For professionals and power users prioritizing performance and camera excellence, iPhone 14 Pro Max justifies its premium. Budget-conscious buyers wanting all-day battery and acceptable daily performance should consider Galaxy A35.
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A35 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 16 | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 240 g | 209 g |
| Material | Stainless steel frame | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP67 |
| Dimensions | 160.7 x 77.6 x 7.85 mm | 161.7 x 78.0 x 8.2 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 13 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@60fps Dolby Vision | 4K@30fps |
| Telephoto | 12 MP 3x | 5 MP macro |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 6 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4323 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 27W wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W MagSafe | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.6 inches |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED, LTPO | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2796 x 1290 | 2340 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2000 | 1000 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (5-core) | Mali-G68 MP5 |
| Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic | Exynos 1380 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | Lightning | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Pros
- First iPhone with Dynamic Island
- New 48 MP main camera with ProRAW
- Always-on display introduced
- Excellent battery life
- Bright 2000-nit ProMotion display
Cons
- Heavy at 240 g
- Still uses Lightning instead of USB-C
- Expensive flagship pricing
- Slow charging speeds
Samsung Galaxy A35
Pros
- Solid build with Gorilla Glass Victus+ on both sides
- Bright 120Hz Super AMOLED display
- Long-lasting 5000 mAh battery
- IP67 water and dust resistance
- Four years of OS upgrades promised
Cons
- Only 6 GB RAM in base configuration
- Wi-Fi 5 is dated for 2024
- Exynos 1380 trails Snapdragon 7 chips
- Slow 25W charging with no in-box charger
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