Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8

Compare Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 side by side: Apple A16 Bionic vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy, 48MP vs 50MP…

Apple

Galaxy Z Flip 8

$1,099

12categories won

5 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 proves superior overall against the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. In camera testing, the iPhone 14 Pro Max leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the Galaxy Z Flip 8. Choose the Galaxy Z Flip 8 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iPhone 14 Pro Max if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryGalaxy Z Flip 8

Galaxy Z Flip 8 takes battery honors offering 4,400 mAh alongside 45W charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy Z Flip 8

Galaxy Z Flip 8 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy and 16GB RAM.

📸 CameraiPhone 14 Pro Max

iPhone 14 Pro Max wins photography with 48MP main imaging and 3x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValueTie

Both handsets sit in the exact same pricing bracket around $1099.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

iPhone 14 Pro Max vs Galaxy Z Flip 8: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Specification	iPhone 14 Pro Max	Galaxy Z Flip 8
Screen size	6.7"	6.75"
Resolution	1290 x 2796Winner	1080 x 2640
Pixel density	460 ppiWinner	423 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	2000 nits	2800 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Specification	iPhone 14 Pro Max	Galaxy Z Flip 8
Chipset	Apple A16 Bionic	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy
Process node	4 nm	2 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	1,420,000	3,200,000Winner
Geekbench multi	6620	10800Winner
Maximum RAM	6 GB	16 GBWinner
Maximum storage	1TBWinner	512GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Specification	iPhone 14 Pro Max	Galaxy Z Flip 8
Main sensor	48 MP	50 MPWinner
Rear cameras	3Winner	2
Optical zoom	3x	—
Ultrawide	12 MP	50 MPWinner
Selfie camera	12 MP	12 MP
Max video	4K at 60fps ProRes / Dolby Vision	8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Specification	iPhone 14 Pro Max	Galaxy Z Flip 8
Capacity	4,323 mAh	4,400 mAh
Wired charging	20 W	45 WWinner
Wireless charging	15 W	20 WWinner

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Specification	iPhone 14 Pro Max	Galaxy Z Flip 8
Weight	240 g	187 gWinner
Thickness	7.85 mm	6.7 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP68	IP68
Build	Surgical-grade stainless steel frame, Ceramic Shield front, textured matte glass back	Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Specification	iPhone 14 Pro Max	Galaxy Z Flip 8
Operating system	iOS 16	Android 17
OS updates	6 years	7 yearsWinner
Security updates	7 years	7 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Specification	iPhone 14 Pro Max	Galaxy Z Flip 8
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$1,099	$1,099