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iPhone 14 Pro Max
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$1,000 at Verizon
Galaxy S22

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Updated January 10, 2024· Prices updated 22 hours ago

If camera quality is a high priority and you're willing to pay a premium price, the iPhone 14 Pro Max offers higher still photo and video quality. However, if you're on a budget and can compromise on camera performance, the Samsung Galaxy S22 is a cost-effective option. The iPhone also has a larger screen, longer battery life, and a slightly more robust ecosystem due to its iOS operating system, while the Galaxy S22 runs Android which offers more customization. The Galaxy S22 does not support a high brightness mode unlike the iPhone which might make a difference in outdoor visibility. If storage expansion or using a headphone jack is important for you, note that neither phone supports an SD card or has a 3.5mm jack. Give Feedback

Advantages of the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
  • Excellent for taking photos
  • Best in class for recording videos
  • Excellent battery life
  • Best in class display quality
  • Best in class performance
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy S22
  • The Samsung Galaxy S22 has no clear advantages over the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max.

Key differences

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Overall Camera Quality

9.2
iPhone 14 Pro Max
Galaxy S22
7.7
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max has excellent overall camera quality, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 has good overall camera quality.

Photo Quality

9.1
iPhone 14 Pro Max
Galaxy S22
7.6
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max takes excellent photos, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 takes good photos.

Video Quality

9.5
iPhone 14 Pro Max
Galaxy S22
7.2
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max takes best in class videos, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 takes good videos.

Battery

10.0 Hours
iPhone 14 Pro Max
Galaxy S22
5.3 Hours
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max has 10 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy S22 has 5.3 hours of battery life.

Screen Size

The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max has a screen size of 6.7 inches and the Samsung Galaxy S22 is 6.1 inches.

Cost

$1,000
iPhone 14 Pro Max
Galaxy S22
$699
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The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max has a price of $1,000 and the Samsung Galaxy S22 costs $699.
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How the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S22 compare to other phones

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Spec Comparison

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Apple iPhone 14 Pro MaxSamsung Galaxy S22
Apple iPhone 14 Pro MaxSamsung Galaxy S22

GENERAL

Price
$1,000
$699
Brand
AppleSamsung
Operating System
iOSAndroid
Release Date
September 16, 2022February 25, 2022

SCREEN

Screen Size
6.7"6.1"
Resolution
2796 x 12902340 x 1080
Variable refresh rate
YesNo
Pixels Per Inch
460425
Display Type
OLEDOLED

INTERNAL

Processor
A16SD8G1
Internal Storage
128 GB128 GB
RAM
6 GB8 GB

CAMERA

Overall Camera Quality Score
9.2/107.7/10
Photos Score
9.2/107.6/10
Videos Score
9.5/107.3/10
Rear Cameras
Main, Ultrawide, TelephotoMain, Ultrawide, Telephoto
Main Camera
48 megapixels + OIS50 megapixels + OIS

BATTERY

Battery Life
10 Hours5.3 Hours
Battery Capacity
4323 mAh3700 mAh
Wireless Charging
YesYes
Wireless charging Speed
15 W15 W
Reverse wireless charging
NoYes (4.5 watts)

PHYSICAL

Size
6.33" x 3.06"5.75" x 2.78"
Weight
8.47 oz5.89 oz
Back Material
GlassGlass
Stereo Speakers
NoNo

CONNECTIVITY

Dual SIM
YesYes
Bluetooth Version
5.35.2
A2DP
YesYes
WiFi Version
66e
NFC
YesYes
US 5G Bands
(SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave)1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 71, 77, 78, 79, 258, 260, 261 (SA/NSA/Sub6)1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 77, 78, 79 (SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave)1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 41, 66, 71, 260, 261

OTHER FEATURES

Biometric unlock
Face unlockFace unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Under Display
Unlockable Bootloader
NoNo
Color
Deep Purple, Gold, Silver, Space BlackPhantom Black, Phantom White, Bora Purple, Green
Stock Android
N/ANo
SD Card
NoNo

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Britta O'Boyle | March 2023
"The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is not just big in form, it's big in character. There's a refreshed design that's really striking, especially in this larger format, coupled with performance enhancements, battery improvements, camera improvements, the Always-On Display and the Dynamic Island feature. It will be too big for some, but if you're looking for the best iPhone Apple has made to date in the biggest possible format, the iPhone 14 Pro Max is definitely the one - it is excellent."

Samsung Galaxy S22

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TechRadar

Lance Ulanoff | February 2023
"The 6.1-inch Galaxy S22 is just what smaller hands ordered, so if you find most modern mobiles too big, this is a great alternative. The Samsung’s chipset will give you loads of power for gaming, video editing or anything else that needs lots of juice."

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About Apple

The tech giant called Apple is synonymous with the most popular smartphone in the world: the iPhone. Known for their build quality and aesthetics, as well as for their excellent integration between hardware and software, iPhones have defined the smartphone industry ever since their conception and they continue to do so by setting new industry standards. Apple's own operating system, called iOS, is known for its simplicity and ease of use, and the company tends to complement it well by creating devices with some of the most powerful processing hardware available in the mobile world. The iPhone is also known for its robust ecosystem of accessories, as it facilitates a very seamless experience when interacting with other Apple products, more so than most of its competitors.

About Samsung

Samsung is one of the most recognizable names in the smartphone industry, standing as the undisputed best-selling brand of Android smartphones in the United States for many years now. Samsung is known for offering a variety of smartphones in all available price points, as well as for implementing cutting-edge technology and innovative features in their flagship devices, ones that often shape the market going forward. The company offers its own unique spin on Android, called One UI, which focuses on offering a multitude of features and is heavily customizable, according to user preference.

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