Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
iPhone 15 Pro Max delivers premium flagship performance with superior camera versatility—its 5x telephoto, 48MP main sensor, and Dolby Vision video recording outclass the Z Flip 5's dual 12MP setup. Display brightness reaches 2000 nits versus 1600, and the A17 Pro processor edges Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 in raw performance benchmarks. Battery capacity favors iPhone (4422 mAh vs 3700 mAh), though the Z Flip 5's foldable form factor offers unique portability and its $200 lower price tag appeal to budget-conscious buyers. Samsung's innovative cover display and lighter weight (187g vs 221g) add practical value. For photography enthusiasts and professional video work, iPhone 15 Pro Max is the clear winner. Those prioritizing novel design and cost savings should consider the Z Flip 5.
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 17 | Android 13, One UI 5.1.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 221 g | 187 g |
| Material | Titanium frame | Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| IP rating | IP68 | IPX8 |
| Dimensions | 159.9 x 76.7 x 8.25 mm | 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm unfolded |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 48 MP | 12 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@60fps Dolby Vision | 4K@60fps |
| Telephoto | 12 MP 5x | — |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4422 mAh | 3700 mAh |
| Charging | 27W wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W MagSafe | 15W |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.7 inches inner, 3.4 inches cover |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED, LTPO | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO |
| Resolution | 2796 x 1290 | 2640 x 1080 inner, 720 x 748 cover |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2000 | 1600 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Octa-core (1x3.36 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 3x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (6-core) | Adreno 740 |
| Chipset | Apple A17 Pro | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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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 Z Flip 5
Pros
- Much larger 3.4-inch cover screen allows full app use when folded
- Compact pocketable flip form factor
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 flagship chip
- IPX8 water resistance
- Stylish design with many color options
Cons
- Small 3700 mAh battery drains quickly
- Only 12 MP main camera, no telephoto
- Slow 25W charging
- Inner display crease still noticeable
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