iPhone 14 Pro Max

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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

iPhone 14 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

iPhone 14 Pro Max

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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

Short Description

iPhone 14 Pro Max

Screen size: 6.7" / Resolution: 1290 x 2796 px / Main camera: 48 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP / Front camera: 12MP / RAM: 6GB / Battery power: 4323 mAh / Has 5G support: ✔ / Internal storage: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB / SIM cards: 1 SIM, 1 eSIM
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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

Screen size: 6.8" / Resolution: 1440 x 3088 px / Main camera: 200 MP & 12 MP & 10 MP & 10 MP / Front camera: 12MP / RAM: 12GB, 16GB / Battery power: 5000 mAh / Has 5G support: ✔ / Internal storage: 256GB, 512GB, 1TB / SIM cards: 1 SIM, 1 eSIM
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Key Differences

Why is iPhone 14 Pro Max better than Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?

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More internal storage: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB vs 256GB, 512GB, 1TB

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Narrower: 77.6 mm vs 78.1 mm

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Shorter: 160.7 mm vs 163.4 mm

Why is Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra better than iPhone 14 Pro Max?

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Bigger battery capacity: 5000 mAh vs 4323 mAh

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Faster CPU speed: 1 x 3.2 GHz & 4 x 2.8 GHz & 3 x 2 GHz vs 2 x 3.46 GHz & 4 x 2.02 GHz

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More RAM memory capacity: 12GB, 16GB vs 6GB

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Higher AnTuTu benchmark score: 1255441 vs 955884

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More megapixels main camera: 200 MP & 12 MP & 10 MP & 10 MP vs 48 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP

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Has a larger display diagonal: 6.8" vs 6.7"

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Better display resolution: 1440 x 3088 px vs 1290 x 2796 px

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Higher charging speed: 45W vs 20W

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Lighter: 233 g vs 240 g

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More color options: Phantom Black, Green, Cream, Lavender, Graphite, Sky Blue, Lime, Red, BMW M Edition vs Space Black, Silver, Gold, Deep Purple

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The phone is 5 months newer

Size Comparison

iPhone 14 Pro Max

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

Height

160.7 mm

Width

77.6 mm

Thickness

7.85 mm

Screen size

6.7"

Weight

240 g

6.7"
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6.8"

Height

163.4 mm

Width

78.1 mm

Thickness

8.9 mm

Screen size

6.8"

Weight

233 g

Height

160.7 mm

Width

77.6 mm

Thickness

7.85 mm

Screen size

6.7"

Weight

240 g

Height

163.4 mm

Width

78.1 mm

Thickness

8.9 mm

Screen size

6.8"

Weight

233 g

3D comparison

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iPhone 14 Pro Max

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

Expert Score

Score 4.6

iPhone 14 Pro Max

Score 4.4

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

iPhone 14 Pro Max

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

Score 4.6

Score 4.4

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Benchmarks

AnTuTu Score

iPhone 14 Pro Max

955884

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

1255441 +31.34%

3DMark Wild Life benchmark

iPhone 14 Pro Max

9800

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

13244 +35.14%

3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark

iPhone 14 Pro Max

12308

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

14044 +14.1%

3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark

iPhone 14 Pro Max

3400

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

3737 +9.91%

Geekbench 6 · Multi-Core

iPhone 14 Pro Max

6461 +30.87%

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

4937

Geekbench 6 · Single-Core

iPhone 14 Pro Max

2542 +35.94%

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

1870

Price Comparison

iPhone 14 Pro Max

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

location Price in USA

From $ 570

From $ 618

location Price in Europe

From € 799

From € 763

location Price in India

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From ₹ 74,990

About Products

iPhone 14 Pro Max

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max features a 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with ProMotion technology for a smooth 1-120Hz refresh rate. The 6-core A16 Bionic chip delivers efficient performance. The triple camera system includes a 48MP quad-pixel main sensor with sensor-shift OIS, 12MP ultra-wide and telephoto cameras, and the Photonic Engine for exceptional computational photography and low-light performance.

The premium design combines a surgical-grade stainless steel chassis with a Ceramic Shield cover for durability. 5G with mmWave and Sub-6GHz, Gigabit LTE, WiFi 6E, and Bluetooth 5.3 provide fast wireless speeds.

Other highlights include Face ID's improved angle performance, all-day battery life with fast charging, and a focus on user privacy. The iPhone 14 Pro Max represents Apple's commitment to excellence in mobile computing.

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a flagship smartphone that exemplifies premium performance and innovative features. Its 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display offers a stunning QHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, delivering an unparalleled visual experience with vibrant colors and smooth transitions.

Powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor (or Exynos 2300, depending on the region), the Galaxy S23 Ultra ensures exceptional speed, efficiency, and multitasking capabilities. Its quad-camera system, featuring a groundbreaking 200MP primary sensor, captures ultra-detailed photos and 8K videos, making it a top choice for photography enthusiasts. The 12MP front camera is perfect for high-quality selfies and video conferencing.

With 5G connectivity, the S23 Ultra provides lightning-fast internet speeds for seamless streaming and browsing. Its, 5000mAh battery, coupled with 45W fast charging and 15W wireless charging, ensures you stay connected throughout the day without frequent recharges. Additionally, it supports reverse wireless charging, allowing you to charge other devices on the go.

Running on One UI 5 based on Android 13, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra offers a user-friendly and customizable interface. Ample storage options, including configurations up to 1 TB, ensure you have plenty of space for all your apps, photos, and files. The inclusion of an S Pen further enhances productivity, making this device ideal for both professional and personal use.

Specs

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iPhone 14 Pro Max

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

Design

Design

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Weight

240 g

233 g

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Thickness

7.85 mm

8.9 mm

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Width

77.6 mm

78.1 mm

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Height

160.7 mm

163.4 mm

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Is weather-sealed (splashproof)

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Ingress Protection (IP) rating

IP68

IP68

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Waterproof depth rating

6 m

1.5 m

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Volume

97.89 cm³

113.58 cm³

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Is dustproof and water-resistant

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Color options

Space Black, Silver, Gold, Deep Purple

Phantom Black, Green, Cream, Lavender, Graphite, Sky Blue, Lime, Red, BMW M Edition

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Lowest potential operating temperature

0 °C

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Maximum operating temperature

35 °C

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French Repairability Index

7

8.2

Display

Display

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Screen size

6.7"

6.8"

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Display type

OLED/AMOLED

OLED/AMOLED

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Pixel density

460 ppi

501 ppi

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Resolution

1290 x 2796 px

1440 x 3088 px

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Refresh rate

120Hz

120Hz

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Touch sampling rate

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125Hz

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Brightness (typical)

1600 nits

1750 nits

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Has branded damage-resistant glass

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Gorilla Glass version

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Gorilla Glass Victus 2

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Supports HDR10

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Supports HDR10+

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Always-On Display

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Supports Dolby Vision

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Contrast ratio

2000000:1

3000000:1

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Has a curved display

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Has a touch screen

Performance

Performance

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Internal storage

128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB

256GB, 512GB, 1TB

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RAM

6GB

12GB, 16GB

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Android version

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Android 13

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CPU speed

2 x 3.46 GHz & 4 x 2.02 GHz

1 x 3.2 GHz & 4 x 2.8 GHz & 3 x 2 GHz

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GPU clock speed

1398 MHz

970 MHz

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Has integrated LTE

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RAM speed

6400 MHz

4200 MHz

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Semiconductor size

4 nm

4 nm

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Supports 64-bit

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DirectX version

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DirectX 12

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Has integrated graphics

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OpenGL version

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3.3

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OpenGL ES version

3

3.2

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Uses big.LITTLE technology

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CPU threads

6 threads

8 threads

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Uses HMP

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Has TrustZone

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Maximum memory bandwidth

51.2 GB/s

64 GB/s

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OpenVG version

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1.2

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OpenCL version

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2

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L2 cache

24 MB

1 MB

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EMMC version

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5.1

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DDR memory version

5

5

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Maximum memory amount

6GB

16GB

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L3 cache

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6 MB

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Uses multithreading

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GPU execution units

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3

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Thermal Design Power (TDP)

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6.3W

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Front-end width

8

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Shading units

128

768

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Release date

2022

2023

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Number of transistors

16000 million

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Has NX bit

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L1 cache

256 KB

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Memory channels

2

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Supported displays

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1

Cameras

Cameras

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Main camera

48 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP

200 MP & 12 MP & 10 MP & 10 MP

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Front camera

12MP

12MP

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Has built-in optical image stabilization

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Video recording (main camera)

2160 x 60 fps

4320 x 30 fps

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Wide aperture (main camera)

f/1.78 & f/2.2 & f/2.8

f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/4.9

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Has a dual-tone LED flash

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Has a BSI sensor

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Has continuous autofocus when recording movies

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Has phase-detection autofocus for photos

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Supports slow-motion video recording

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Has a built-in HDR mode

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Has a flash

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Has manual exposure

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Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera

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Optical zoom

3x

10x

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Number of flash LEDs

2

2

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Has a CMOS sensor

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Has manual ISO

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Has a serial shot mode

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Has manual focus

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Has a front camera

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Has laser autofocus

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Has manual white balance

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Shoots raw

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Has touch autofocus

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Has manual shutter speed

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Can create panoramas in-camera

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Wide aperture (front camera)

f/1.9

f/2.2

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Has timelapse function

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Supports Dolby Vision recording

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Pixel size (main camera)

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0.6 µm & 1.4 µm & 1.12 µm & 1.12 µm

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Supports HDR10 recording

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Operating system

Operating system

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Has clipboard warnings

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Has location privacy options

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Has camera/microphone privacy options

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Has theme customization

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Can play games while they download

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Has dark mode

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Has Wi-Fi password sharing

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Has battery health check

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Has an extra dim mode

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Has focus modes

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Has dynamic theming

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Can offload apps

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Has customizable notifications

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Has scrolling screenshots

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Supports split screen

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Supports instant markup

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Supports PiP and PaP

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More languages supported

56

125

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Can be used as a PC

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Has sharing intents

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Has a child lock

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Supports widgets

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Is free and open source

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Tracks the current position of a mobile device

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Is a multi-user system

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Has Mail Privacy Protection

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Can block app tracking

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Blocks cross-site tracking

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Has on-device machine learning

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Has Live Text

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Has SharePlay

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Gets direct OS updates

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Has AirPlay

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Has Quick Start

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Has offline voice recognition

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The browser has word wrap

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Has voice commands

Battery

Battery

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Battery power

4323 mAh

5000 mAh

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Has wireless charging

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Supports fast charging

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Charging speed

20W

45W

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Wireless charging speed

15W

15W

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Has reverse wireless charging

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Reverse wireless charging speed

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4.5W

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Has a battery level indicator

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Has a rechargeable battery

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Battery life

29 hours

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Audio

Audio

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Has stereo speakers

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Has LDAC

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Has aptX

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Number of microphones

2

3

Features

Features

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Has 5G support

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Wi-Fi version

Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)

Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)

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Download speed

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10000 MBits/s

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Upload speed

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3000 MBits/s

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Has USB Type-C

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USB version

2

3.2

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Has NFC

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SIM cards

1 SIM, 1 eSIM

1 SIM, 1 eSIM

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Has a fingerprint scanner

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Has emergency SOS via satellite

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Bluetooth version

5.3

5.3

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Has a gyroscope

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Has GPS

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Has a compass

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Supports Wi-Fi

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Has a cellular module

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Has a barometer

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Stylus included

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Supports Galileo

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Has an infrared sensor

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Has an accelerometer

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Has crash detection

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Uses 3D facial recognition

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