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iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Galaxy S24 Ultra

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Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max 2TB

Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max 2TB

AED 8,999

Buy on Amazon UAEFull Specs
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra 1TB

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra 1TB

AED 6,299

Buy on Amazon UAEFull Specs

Best Camera

Galaxy S24 Ultra

Best Battery

Galaxy S24 Ultra

Our Verdict

iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Galaxy S24 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra wins overall due to its superior camera system with a 200MP main sensor, 10MP 3x telephoto, and 50MP 5x periscope lens, delivering unmatched versatility that the iPhone's single 18MP camera cannot match. The iPhone 17 Pro Max 2TB suits power users and content creators who prioritize ecosystem integration, the blazing-fast A19 Pro chipset, and exceptional battery longevity with 17:58 hours active use, plus massive 2TB storage for creative professionals. The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is ideal for mobile photographers and videographers who demand advanced computational photography, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3's reliable performance, and 5x optical zoom capabilities that the iPhone lacks. For UAE and India buyers, the Galaxy S24 Ultra offers superior value at AED 6299 and ₹169999—you get a 1TB flagship with superior optics and 7 major Android upgrades, making it 43% cheaper than the iPhone while delivering better imaging performance.

Full Specs Comparison

Spec
iPhone 17 Pro Max
Galaxy S24 Ultra
OS
iOS 26, upgradable to iOS 26.4
Android 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.0
Chipset
Apple A19 Pro (3 nm)
Qualcomm SM8650-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Screen Size
6.9 inches, 115.6 cm2 (~90.7% screen-to-body ratio)
6.8 inches, 113.5 cm2 (~88.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution
1320 x 2868 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density)
1440 x 3120 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~505 ppi density)
Main Camera
48 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 48 MP, f/2.8, 100mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF, 3D sensor‑shift OIS, 4x optical zoom 48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (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), 1/3.52", 1.12µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 50 MP, f/3.4, 111mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.52", 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, Super Steady video
Storage
2048
1024
Battery
4823 mAh mAh
5000 mAh mAh
Charging
Wired, PD3.2, AVS, 50% in 20 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired
45W wired, PD3.0, 65% in 30 min 15W wireless (Qi) 4.5W reverse wireless
NFC
Yes
Yes
5G
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Weight
233 g (8.22 oz)
232 g or 233 g (8.18 oz)

Price Comparison

MarketiPhone 17 Pro MaxGalaxy S24 UltraDifference
UAEAED 8,999AED 6,299Galaxy S24 Ultra saves AED 2,700
India₹ 2,49,900₹ 1,69,999Galaxy S24 Ultra saves ₹ 79,901

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