Galaxy Z Flip 7 VS iPhone 15 Pro Max

84

Galaxy Z Flip 7

6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X 120Hz · Exynos 2500 · 4300mAh · 50MP · IP48

$1099

MSRP

85

iPhone 15 Pro Max

6.7-inch LTPO OLED 120Hz · A17 Pro · 4441mAh · 48MP · IP68

$1199

MSRP

$1099

MSRP

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$1199

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Our verdict

The iPhone 15 Pro Max takes the performance lead, 1% ahead overall, driven by its A17 Pro and an AnTuTu score of 1,500,000.

On value the Galaxy Z Flip 7 stands out at $1099, pairing a 50MP main camera with a 4300mAh battery.

For most buyers the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is the smarter choice. One runs iOS and the other Android, so your existing apps, watch and ecosystem may matter more than the spec differences.

Performance winner

iPhone 15 Pro Max

1% faster overall

Best value for money

Galaxy Z Flip 7

6% better value per dollar

Galaxy Z Flip 7 best for

Raw performance

6% better value per dollar

Overview

The iPhone 15 Pro Max comes out ahead overall, scoring 85 to the Galaxy Z Flip 7's 84. Priced at $1199 against $1099, the choice between them is as much about budget as specs, and each phone leans toward a slightly different buyer.

Performance

For raw speed the Galaxy Z Flip 7 takes the lead, with an AnTuTu score of 1,950,000 against 1,500,000, driven by its Exynos 2500. Both feel quick in everyday use, but the gap shows up in demanding games and heavy multitasking where the faster chip pulls ahead.

Cameras

The Galaxy Z Flip 7 pairs a 50MP main camera with optical zoom and a 10MP front sensor. The iPhone 15 Pro Max answers with 48MP, zoom and a 12MP selfie camera.

Battery and charging

Battery favours the iPhone 15 Pro Max, with a 4441mAh cell against 4300mAh. For refills the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is quickest at , spending less time tied to a charger.

Display

Both use high refresh rate OLED screens. The Galaxy Z Flip 7 measures 6.9" and peaks at 2600 nits, while the iPhone 15 Pro Max is 6.7" and reaches 2000 nits. Screen size and outright brightness are where they separate most.

Which should you buy

Overall the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is the one we would steer most buyers toward. One runs iOS and the other Android, so your existing apps, watch and ecosystem may matter more than the spec differences. Consider the iPhone 15 Pro Max instead if longer battery life matters more to you.

battery

Battery
4300mAh
4441mAh
Wireless charging
15W
25W

camera

Main camera
50MP
48MP
Ultrawide
12MP
12MP
Front camera
10MP
12MP
Max video
4K60
4K60

display

Display size
6.9"
6.7"
Display type
Dynamic AMOLED 2X
LTPO OLED
Refresh rate
120Hz
120Hz
Peak brightness
2600 nits
2000 nits
Resolution
2520x1080
2796x1290

Performance

Chipset
Exynos 2500
A17 Pro
RAM
12GB
8GB
Storage
256GB
256GB

Physical

Weight
188g
221g
Thickness
6.5mm
8.25mm
Water resistance
IP48
IP68

Synthetic & compute benchmarks

Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)
6,900 pts
7,200 pts
Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)
2,150 pts
2,900 pts
AnTuTu v11
1,950,000 pts
1,500,000 pts

Frequently asked questions

Is the Galaxy Z Flip 7 better than the iPhone 15 Pro Max?

Overall the iPhone 15 Pro Max scores 85 out of 100 against the Galaxy Z Flip 7's 84, so it edges ahead on our combined rating. Even so, the two are close enough that price, size and your preferred ecosystem should also guide the decision.

Which has the better camera, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 or the iPhone 15 Pro Max?

The Galaxy Z Flip 7 has the stronger camera on paper, leading with a 50MP main sensor and optical zoom. Both take excellent photos, but the Galaxy Z Flip 7 offers more reach and flexibility.

Which has better battery life, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 or the iPhone 15 Pro Max?

The iPhone 15 Pro Max carries the larger 4441mAh battery against 4300mAh, and the Galaxy Z Flip 7 charges fastest at . For heavy all-day use the iPhone 15 Pro Max is the safer bet.

Which is faster, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 or the iPhone 15 Pro Max?

In benchmarks the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is quicker, posting an AnTuTu score of 1,950,000 against 1,500,000 thanks to its Exynos 2500. Both handle everyday tasks smoothly, but the Galaxy Z Flip 7 pulls ahead in demanding games.

Should I buy the Galaxy Z Flip 7 or the iPhone 15 Pro Max?

For most buyers the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is the smarter pick, balancing performance, features and price. One runs iOS and the other Android, so your existing apps, watch and ecosystem may matter more than the spec differences. Choose the iPhone 15 Pro Max if longer battery life is your priority.

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