Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S10+
The Verdict
Apple's iPhone 14 Pro Max dominates with its cutting-edge A16 Bionic processor, stunning 120Hz Super Retina XDR display reaching 2000 nits, and exceptional 48MP main camera with advanced computational photography. Samsung's Galaxy S10+ counterattacks with higher 1440p resolution, larger 8GB RAM, and unique dual-aperture main camera technology, though it lacks 5G and runs dated Android 9. Battery capacity slightly favors Samsung (4100 vs 4323 mAh), but both offer wireless charging. The iPhone's superior processing power, ProMotion display, Dolby Vision video recording, and future iOS support create a more compelling flagship experience. Price-wise, the S10+ sits $100 cheaper, appealing to budget-conscious buyers wanting proven Samsung quality. For most users, the iPhone 14 Pro Max's technological advantage justifies the premium, though the S10+ remains a solid alternative if you prefer Android customization and prefer USB-C.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max if…
- →First iPhone with Dynamic Island
- →New 48 MP main camera with ProRAW
- →Always-on display introduced
Buy the Samsung Galaxy S10+ if…
- →Gorgeous Dynamic AMOLED display with HDR10+
- →Headphone jack retained
- →microSD card slot with up to 1 TB option
Category Scores
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 S10+
Pros
- Gorgeous Dynamic AMOLED display with HDR10+
- Headphone jack retained
- microSD card slot with up to 1 TB option
- Dual aperture main camera was innovative
- Reverse wireless charging (Wireless PowerShare)
Cons
- No 5G support (separate 5G model existed)
- 60Hz display refresh rate
- Slow 15W wired charging
- Ultrasonic fingerprint scanner was slow
- Punch-hole selfie cutout was distracting
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S10+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 16 | Android 9, One UI 1.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 240 g | 175 g |
| Material | Stainless steel frame | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass 6 |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 160.7 x 77.6 x 7.85 mm | 157.6 x 74.1 x 7.8 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 48 MP | 12 MP, f/1.5-2.4, dual aperture, OIS |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP + 8 MP depth |
| Video | 4K@60fps Dolby Vision | 4K@60fps |
| Telephoto | 12 MP 3x | 12 MP, f/2.4, 2x optical zoom |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 16 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB | 128 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4323 mAh | 4100 mAh |
| Charging | 27W wired | 15W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W MagSafe | 15W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.4 inches |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED, LTPO | Dynamic AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2796 x 1290 | 3040 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2000 | 1200 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz + 3x2.42 GHz + 4x1.78 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (5-core) | Adreno 640 |
| Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | Lightning | USB-C 3.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.0 |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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