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Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge vs Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max Comparison

A detailed, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right phone.
Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge
8.9 / 10
Compass Score
From 51 critic reviews
Full review →
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
Apple
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
9.0 / 10
Compass Score
From 41 critic reviews
Full review →
Verdict

Pros & cons

Galaxy S7 Edge

iPhone 13 Pro Max

The decision between the iPhone 13 Pro and the iPhone 13 Pro Max essentially comes down to screen size and battery life. If you want the best of both — and don’t mind the price tag — the Pro Max is the ultimate 2021 iPhone model.

Spec data

How they compare

Choosing the cheaper Galaxy S7 Edge means giving up most on: Camera zoom

Galaxy S7 Edge
iPhone 13 Pro Max
Price (MSRP)
$769
Price (MSRP)
$1,099
OS
Android
OS
iOS
Processor
Samsung Exynos 8 Octa core
Processor
Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm) Hexa-core
Camera zoom
—
Camera zoom
6×
Battery life
—
Battery life
—
Wired charging
—
Wired charging
—
Wireless charging
—
Wireless charging
—
Display
Color
Display
Color
Software support
—
Software support
—
Repairability
—
Repairability
—
Weight
157g (5.5 oz)
Weight
240g (8.5 oz)
Fingerprint
Yes
Fingerprint
Yes
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value where a clear winner exists.
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Third-party data

Testing & benchmarks

Galaxy S7 Edge
iPhone 13 Pro Max
DxOMark v5
—
DxOMark v5
141
photo 140 · video 146
AnTuTu v10
—
AnTuTu v10
—
GSMArena endurance
—
GSMArena endurance
—
iFixit repairability
—
iFixit repairability
—
Physical comparison

Size & weight

Footprint · to scale
Galaxy S7 Edge
5.9" × 2.9"
iPhone 13 Pro Max
6.3" × 3.1"
Thickness · to scale
Galaxy S7 Edge
0.3"
iPhone 13 Pro Max
0.3"
Height
5.9" (151 mm)
Height
6.3" (160.8 mm)
Width
2.9" (73 mm)
Width
3.1" (78.1 mm)
Depth
0.3" (8 mm)
Depth
0.3" (7.7 mm)
Weight
157g (5.5 oz)
Weight
240g (8.5 oz)
Screen
5.5"
Screen
6.7"

Dimensions shown in inches (mm). Silhouettes are proportionally scaled for visual comparison.

Common questions

Galaxy S7 Edge vs iPhone 13 Pro Max: FAQ

Which is better, the Galaxy S7 Edge or iPhone 13 Pro Max?
Based on aggregated critic reviews, the iPhone 13 Pro Max earns a Compass Score of 9.0 compared to 8.9 for the Galaxy S7 Edge. That 0.1-point gap reflects stronger reviews across the board, though individual priorities like camera quality, battery life, or price could tip the scales the other way. Scores aggregate dozens of expert opinions, so they are a useful starting point, not the final word.
Which phone is more affordable, the Galaxy S7 Edge or iPhone 13 Pro Max?
The Galaxy S7 Edge launches at $769, which is $330 less than the iPhone 13 Pro Max at $1,099. Street prices shift after launch, so check current deals for both phones before deciding.

Specifications sourced from manufacturers and third-party databases. Last updated October 2026. Suggest a correction →