Samsung Galaxy S 24 Ultra 1000GB vs Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max 1TB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 8 of the specs we have recorded, and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max 1TB is cheaper by SAR 876 (prices checked 6 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • No clear lead in the recorded specs; design or brand preference may decide.
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 876
  • Higher optical zoom (telephoto): 8 x vs 3 x
  • Bigger battery for a longer day (5,391 mAh vs 5,000 mAh) · slight difference

The deciding difference here: optical zoom (telephoto) and price.

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

Key differences

  • Storage

    1,000 GB1,024 GB
  • Screen size

    6.8 in6.9 in
  • Display type

    LTPO OLEDOLED

Specifications side by side

21 of 21 specs

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Spec
SamsungSAR 9,975
Samsung Galaxy S 24 Ultra 1000GB specs
AppleSAR 9,099
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max 1TB specs
Reference priceSAR 9,975SAR 9,099
Storage1,000 GB1,024 GB
Memory (RAM)12 GB—
ProcessorSnapdragon 8 Gen 3Apple A20 Pro
Battery capacity5,000 mAh✓ 5,391 mAh
Wired charging—25 W
Main camera—48 MP
5GYesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in processor between the Samsung Galaxy S 24 Ultra 1000GB and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max 1TB?

Samsung Galaxy S 24 Ultra 1000GB: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max 1TB: Apple A20 Pro. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in storage between the Samsung Galaxy S 24 Ultra 1000GB and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max 1TB?

Storage is higher on the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max 1TB: 1,024 GB vs 1,000 GB on the Samsung Galaxy S 24 Ultra 1000GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in battery capacity between the Samsung Galaxy S 24 Ultra 1000GB and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max 1TB?

Battery capacity is higher on the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max 1TB: 5,391 mAh vs 5,000 mAh on the Samsung Galaxy S 24 Ultra 1000GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in screen size between the Samsung Galaxy S 24 Ultra 1000GB and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max 1TB?

Screen size is higher on the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max 1TB: 6.9 in vs 6.8 in on the Samsung Galaxy S 24 Ultra 1000GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.