iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Samsung S25 Ultra Detailed Comparison

iPhone 17 Pro Max vs. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra – Which One is Better? Detailed Review 00:00 Introduction 01:06 Box Contents 01:35 Display Comparison 03:13 Battery Comparison 04:42 Processor Comparison 08:12 Camera Comparison 17:50 My Camera Review 21:17 Which One to Buy? In today's video, we compare the two most ambitious flagships of 2025, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, in detail. Together, we'll decide which model is better for you in terms of display, camera, battery, performance, and user experience. Display Both models come with a very large 6.9-inch display. The iPhone 17 Pro Max uses an OLED Super Retina XDR panel, while the Galaxy S25 Ultra features Dynamic AMOLED 2X technology. The Samsung offers a sharper display with a 1440x3120 resolution and 498 PPI, while the iPhone's resolution is 1320x2868 and pixel density is 460 PPI. In terms of brightness, the iPhone 17 Pro Max reaches a maximum brightness of 3000 nits, the highest on the market; the S25 Ultra follows with a maximum brightness of 2600 nits. For screen durability, Apple uses Corning Ceramic Shield Glass Gen2, while Samsung uses Gorilla Armor 2. While the screen refresh rates and LTPO technology are the same on both models, Samsung manages to surpass Apple's 90.83% screen-to-body ratio with a 92.39% screen-to-body ratio. Battery and Charging Samsung has a slight advantage in battery capacity. The Galaxy S25 Ultra has a 5000 mAh capacity, while the iPhone 17 Pro Max offers 4832 mAh, and the eSIM model offers 5088 mAh. Samsung's 45W fast charging support is slightly more powerful than Apple's 40W. However, Apple's 30W MagSafe wireless fast charging offers a distinct advantage. Apple also boasts a 50% charge in 20 minutes, making it a very competitive option in practical use. Camera The two devices offer different camera strengths. While the iPhone 17 Pro Max's main camera has a 48MP resolution, it offers a significant advantage to professional video creators thanks to its Apple ProRes, ProRes RAW, Dolby Vision HDR, Apple Log 2, and 4K 120fps HDR video capabilities. It also boasts a robust Sensor-Shift OIS, a physical shutter button, a 2cm macro, and three 48MP sensors. Samsung's 200MP main camera offers powerful photography features, including 8K 30fps HDR10+ shooting, Laser Auto Focus, and 100x digital zoom. In telephoto modules, Samsung's 5x optical and 100x digital zoom significantly outperforms the iPhone's 4x optical and 40x digital zoom capabilities. The S25 Ultra's 151 points in the DxOMark v6 camera score confirm this. Performance In terms of performance, the iPhone 17 Pro Max features the Apple A19 Pro processor. This processor, built on a 3nm process architecture, operates at 4.26 GHz and, combined with Apple's high optimization capabilities, delivers a remarkably fast and stable experience in real-world use. The Galaxy S25 Ultra, on the other hand, features the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, also built on a 3nm process technology and running at 4.47 GHz. Samsung holds a significant advantage both on paper and in benchmarks: it achieved a score of 3,182,500 in the AnTuTu v11 test and 9,950 in the Geekbench multicore test. On the graphics front, the Adreno 830 also delivers quite strong GPU performance. Front Camera The iPhone 17 Pro Max stands out with its 18MP TrueDepth front camera, capable of recording 4K 60fps ProRes video. The Samsung S25 Ultra, on the other hand, has a 12MP front camera and can record 4K 60fps video with HDR10+ support. While the Apple has a higher resolution on paper, Samsung's HDR10+ and Dual Pixel AF support make selfie video quality significantly stronger. Conclusion and Overall Assessment Both models represent the top of their class in their respective categories. For users who prioritize photo and zoom performance, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is the better choice. For users who shoot professional video, create cinematic content, and want to take advantage of the iOS ecosystem, the iPhone 17 Pro Max offers a much better advantage. For the display, Samsung offers a higher resolution and larger screen-to-body ratio, while Apple excels in brightness and color accuracy. For performance and gaming, Samsung scores higher in benchmarks, while Apple distinguishes itself with its stability and optimizations. Samsung offers a larger battery capacity, while Apple has the advantage of faster wireless charging. The user profiles of both phones are different, and the choice depends entirely on needs. #iphone17promax #samsungs25ultra #review