Question 1

Which is better, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or iPhone 16 Pro Max?

Accepted Answer

Both products scored 9/10 in our testing — it's a tie. Choose based on which features matter most to you.

Question 2

Is the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra worth it over the iPhone 16 Pro Max?

Accepted Answer

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 9/10 while the iPhone 16 Pro Max scores 9/10. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is our "Best Overall" pick in the Best Smartphones for Photography 2026 category.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs iPhone 16 Pro Max: Which to Buy?