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iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra

Four practical trade-offs, with a buying case for each option.

A

iPhone 16 Pro Max

B

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra

The breakdown

Compare the details that change the decision.

Four-round score: 1–2
01

Main Camera Resolution

Who shoots sharper?

iPhone 16 Pro Max48 MP
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra200 MP

Resolution. Samsung hits 200 megapixels. Apple caps at 48.

02

Chassis Weight

Who feels lighter?

iPhone 16 Pro Max227 g
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra232 g

In the hand. Apple shaves off five grams.

03

Optical Zoom Reach

Who zooms further?

iPhone 16 Pro Max5 x
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra5 x

Zoom. Both lock in at 5x optical reach.

04

Used Market Price

Who's cheaper?

iPhone 16 Pro Max$1,050
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra$890

Price. Galaxy depreciates faster. Save 160 bucks used.

Historical estimate from the comparison script. Check current listings before buying.

Which one fits you?

The best pick depends on how you use it.

Choose Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra if

You want maximum zoom and display

Choose iPhone 16 Pro Max if

You want video and retained value

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