Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 256GB vs Samsung Galaxy S26+ 256GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 5 of the specs we have recorded (prices checked 5 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • No clear lead in the recorded specs; design or brand preference may decide.
  • Lower weight: 191 g vs 227 g

The deciding difference here: weight.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Screen size

    6.9 in6.7 in
  • Resolution

    2868 x 13203120 x 1440
  • Operating system

    iOS 18Android

Specifications side by side

21 of 21 specs

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Spec
AppleSAR 3,552
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 256GB specs
SamsungSAR 3,598
Samsung Galaxy S26+ 256GB specs
Reference priceSAR 3,552SAR 3,598
Memory (RAM)8 GB—
ProcessorA18 Pro—
Battery capacity4,685 mAh—
Wired charging15 W—
Main camera48 MP—
5GYes—
Storage256 GB256 GB

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in storage between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 256GB and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ 256GB?

No difference here: storage is 256 GB on both.

What is the difference in screen size between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 256GB and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ 256GB?

Screen size is higher on the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 256GB: 6.9 in vs 6.7 in on the Samsung Galaxy S26+ 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in resolution between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 256GB and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ 256GB?

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 256GB: 2868 x 1320; Samsung Galaxy S26+ 256GB: 3120 x 1440. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in operating system between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 256GB and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ 256GB?

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 256GB: iOS 18; Samsung Galaxy S26+ 256GB: Android. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.