SpecIndexed
PhonesLaptopsTabletsGPUsBrandsCompareBlog
SpecIndexed

Site

  • Home
  • New Releases
  • Upcoming
  • UAE Prices
  • India Prices
  • Blog
  • About
  • Advertise

Categories

  • Smartphones
  • Laptops
  • Tablets
  • GPUs
  • Smartwatches
  • Cameras
  • Headphones
  • Smart Home

Brands

  • Apple
  • Samsung
  • Google
  • OnePlus
  • Xiaomi
  • NVIDIA
  • AMD

Legal

  • Affiliate Disclosure
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Our Methodology
  • Editorial Team
  • Contact

Prices shown may include affiliate links. When you click through and make a purchase, SpecIndexed may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. See affiliate disclosure.

© 2026 SpecIndexed. All rights reserved. Specs sourced from official manufacturer websites and GSMArena.

  1. Home
  2. /Compare
  3. /iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Galaxy Z Fold7

iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Galaxy Z Fold7

Share:
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 512GB

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 512GB

AED 5,899

Buy on Amazon UAEFull Specs
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 256GB

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 256GB

AED 5,350

Buy on Amazon UAEFull Specs

Best Camera

Galaxy Z Fold7

Best Battery

iPhone 16 Pro Max

Our Verdict

iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Galaxy Z Fold7

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 wins overall due to its revolutionary foldable design and superior 200MP camera system with optical zoom, offering versatility the iPhone simply cannot match. The iPhone 16 Pro Max is ideal for photography enthusiasts and content creators who prioritize the refined computational photography of the A18 Pro chipset, exceptional video stabilization, and iOS's unmatched app ecosystem for creative professionals. The Galaxy Z Fold7 suits power users and productivity-focused buyers who value the expansive 8-inch foldable display for multitasking, superior camera versatility with 3x optical zoom, and the Snapdragon 8 Elite's gaming prowess. In India, the Z Fold7 offers exceptional value at ₹186,999 versus ₹149,900 for the iPhone—Samsung's foldable innovation, larger screen, and 200MP camera justify the premium over the iPhone's smaller display and modest 12MP lens.

Full Specs Comparison

Spec
iPhone 16 Pro Max
Galaxy Z Fold7
OS
iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 26.4
Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8
Chipset
Apple A18 Pro (3 nm)
Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Screen Size
6.9 inches, 115.6 cm2 (~91.4% screen-to-body ratio)
8.0 inches, 204.2 cm2 (~90.0% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution
1320 x 2868 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density)
1968 x 2184 pixels (~368 ppi density)
Main Camera
48 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 12 MP, f/2.8, 120mm (periscope telephoto), 1/3.06", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF, 3D sensor‑shift OIS, 5x optical zoom 48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF TOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth)
200 MP, f/1.7, 24mm (wide), 1/1.3", 0.6µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 10 MP, f/2.4, 67mm (telephoto), 1/3.94", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF
Storage
512
256
Battery
4685 mAh mAh
4400 mAh mAh
Charging
Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired
25W wired, QC2.0, 50% in 30 min 15W wireless 4.5W reverse wireless
NFC
Yes
Yes
5G
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Weight
227 g (8.01 oz)
215 g (7.58 oz)

Price Comparison

MarketiPhone 16 Pro MaxGalaxy Z Fold7Difference
UAEAED 5,899AED 5,350Galaxy Z Fold7 saves AED 549
India₹ 1,49,900₹ 1,86,999iPhone 16 Pro Max saves ₹ 37,099

More Comparisons

iPhone 16 Pro MaxiPhone 16 Pro Max
VS
Galaxy S25+Galaxy S25+
iPhone 16 Pro MaxiPhone 16 Pro Max
VS
Pixel 9 ProPixel 9 Pro
iPhone 17iPhone 17
VS
Galaxy Z Fold7Galaxy Z Fold7
iPhone AiriPhone Air
VS
Galaxy Z Fold7Galaxy Z Fold7
iPhone 16 Pro MaxiPhone 16 Pro Max
VS
Galaxy Z Fold6Galaxy Z Fold6
iPhone 16 Pro MaxiPhone 16 Pro Max
VS
ROG Phone 9 ProROG Phone 9 Pro