Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A24
The Verdict
Apple's iPhone 15 Pro Max dominates in nearly every technical category, featuring a superior A17 Pro chip, stunning 2000-nit Super Retina XDR display with 120Hz refresh, and a comprehensive camera system capable of 4K Dolby Vision recording with 5x optical zoom. Samsung's Galaxy A24 offers exceptional value with a larger 5000mAh battery, practical 50MP main camera with OIS, and AMOLED display technology, making it suitable for budget-conscious users. However, performance disparity is significant: the iPhone 15 Pro Max delivers flagship processing power, professional-grade video, and premium build quality with titanium construction and IP68 rating. Galaxy A24 lacks 5G connectivity and wireless charging, limitations that matter at either price point. For those prioritizing cutting-edge performance and imaging, iPhone 15 Pro Max justifies its premium. Budget buyers seeking reliable daily performance should consider the Galaxy A24's practical strengths.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max if…
- →First Apple titanium frame, lighter than predecessor
- →Powerful A17 Pro chip with hardware ray tracing
- →New 5x tetraprism telephoto camera
Buy the Samsung Galaxy A24 if…
- →Super AMOLED display is rare at this price — vivid colors and deep blacks
- →OIS on main camera improves low-light and video stability
- →5000 mAh battery lasts well over a day
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Pros
- First Apple titanium frame, lighter than predecessor
- Powerful A17 Pro chip with hardware ray tracing
- New 5x tetraprism telephoto camera
- USB-C with USB 3 transfer speeds
- Excellent ProMotion 120Hz display
Cons
- Premium pricing
- Heavy device despite titanium
- No charging speed improvements
- Initial overheating reports at launch
Samsung Galaxy A24
Pros
- Super AMOLED display is rare at this price — vivid colors and deep blacks
- OIS on main camera improves low-light and video stability
- 5000 mAh battery lasts well over a day
- 90Hz refresh rate for smoother scrolling
- 25W charging is reasonable for the price class
Cons
- No 5G support — 4G LTE only
- Helio G99 struggles with demanding games
- No water resistance or IP rating
- Video recording limited to 1080p at 30fps
- Ultrawide camera at 8 MP is low resolution
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A24 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 17 | Android 13 (One UI 5.1) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 221 g | 195 g |
| Material | Titanium frame | Plastic frame, glass front |
| IP rating | IP68 | None |
| Dimensions | 159.9 x 76.7 x 8.25 mm | 159 x 75 x 8.3 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP, f/1.8, PDAF, OIS |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 13 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@60fps Dolby Vision | 1080p@30fps |
| Telephoto | 12 MP 5x | — |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Macro | — | 2 MP, f/2.4 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 4 GB / 6 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB | 128 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4422 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 27W wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W MagSafe | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.5 inches |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED, LTPO | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2796 x 1290 | 2340 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 90Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2000 | 1000 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz + 6x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (6-core) | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| Chipset | Apple A17 Pro | MediaTek Helio G99 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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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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