iPhone XS Max vs Samsung Galaxy A20
Short Description
iPhone XS Max
Screen size: 6.5" / Resolution: 1242 x 2688 px / Main camera: 12 MP & 12 MP / Front camera: 7MP / RAM: 4GB / Battery power: 3174 mAh / Internal storage: 64GB, 256GB, 512GB / SIM cards: 1 SIM, 1 eSIM
Samsung Galaxy A20
Screen size: 6.4" / Resolution: 720 x 1560 px / Main camera: 13 MP & 5 MP / Front camera: 8MP / RAM: 3GB / Battery power: 4000 mAh / Internal storage: 32GB / SIM cards: 2 SIM
Key Differences
iPhone XS Max
Samsung Galaxy A20
Why is iPhone XS Max better than Samsung Galaxy A20?
Faster CPU speed: 2 x 2.5 GHz & 4 x 1.6 GHz vs 2 x 1.6 GHz & 6 x 1.35 GHz
More RAM memory capacity: 4GB vs 3GB
AnTuTu score is about 318% higher
More internal storage: 64GB, 256GB, 512GB vs 32GB
Has a larger display diagonal: 6.5" vs 6.4"
Better display resolution: 1242 x 2688 px vs 720 x 1560 px
Shorter: 157.5 mm (6.2 inches) vs 158.4 mm (6.24 inches)
iPhone XS Max
Samsung Galaxy A20
Why is Samsung Galaxy A20 better than iPhone XS Max?
Bigger battery capacity: 4000 mAh vs 3174 mAh
More megapixels main camera: 13 MP & 5 MP vs 12 MP & 12 MP
More megapixels front camera: 8MP vs 7MP
Lighter: 169 g (5.96 ounces) vs 208 g (7.34 ounces)
Narrower: 74.7 mm (2.94 inches) vs 77.4 mm (3.05 inches)
More color options: Black, Deep Blue, Red, Coral Orange, Gold vs Space Gray, Silver, Gold
The phone is 6 months newer
Size Comparison
iPhone XS Max
Samsung Galaxy A20
Height
157.5 mm
(6.2 inches)
Width
77.4 mm
(3.05 inches)
Thickness
7.7 mm
(0.3 inches)
Screen size
6.5"
Weight
208 g
(7.34 ounces)
6.5"
6.4"
Height
158.4 mm
(6.24 inches)
Width
74.7 mm
(2.94 inches)
Thickness
7.8 mm
(0.31 inches)
Screen size
6.4"
Weight
169 g
(5.96 ounces)
Height
157.5 mm
(6.2 inches)
Width
77.4 mm
(3.05 inches)
Thickness
7.7 mm
(0.3 inches)
Screen size
6.5"
Weight
208 g
(7.34 ounces)
Height
158.4 mm
(6.24 inches)
Width
74.7 mm
(2.94 inches)
Thickness
7.8 mm
(0.31 inches)
Screen size
6.4"
Weight
169 g
(5.96 ounces)
3D comparison
iPhone XS Max
Samsung Galaxy A20
iPhone XS Max
Samsung Galaxy A20
Expert Score
Score 4.4
Score 3.5
iPhone XS Max
Samsung Galaxy A20
iPhone XS Max
Samsung Galaxy A20
Score 4.4
Score 3.5
Smartprix
iPhone XS Max
Samsung Galaxy A20
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Benchmarks
AnTuTu Score
iPhone XS Max
689,680 +317.5%
Samsung Galaxy A20
165,192
The score reflects a device's overall performance by summing up results from tests of RAM speed, CPU, and 2D/3D graphics.
CPU
iPhone XS Max
202,376 +229.85%
Samsung Galaxy A20
61,354
Measures the performance of a device's processor, focusing on tasks such as computing power and multi-core efficiency.
GPU
iPhone XS Max
163,334 +851.61%
Samsung Galaxy A20
17,164
Measures the graphical performance of a device's GPU, evaluating its ability to handle graphics-intensive tasks such as gaming and rendering.
Memory
iPhone XS Max
110,150 +127.23%
Samsung Galaxy A20
48,475
Measures the performance of a device's memory (RAM), measuring its speed and efficiency in handling multitasking and data-intensive applications.
UX
iPhone XS Max
213,820 +459.75%
Samsung Galaxy A20
38,199
Measures the overall user experience performance of a device, including factors like system responsiveness, touch sensitivity, and app launching speed.
3DMark Wild Life benchmark
iPhone XS Max
5,704 +1660.49%
Samsung Galaxy A20
324
Is a cross-platform benchmark designed to test the graphical performance of devices under high GPU load.
Geekbench 5 · Multi-Core
iPhone XS Max
2,444 +201.36%
Samsung Galaxy A20
811
Measures the aggregate performance of all processor cores in a device, simulating tasks optimized for multi-threaded processing in Geekbench 5.
Geekbench 5 · Single-Core
iPhone XS Max
1,109 +384.28%
Samsung Galaxy A20
229
Measures the performance of a single processor core in a device, evaluating its efficiency in handling single-threaded tasks in Geekbench 5.
Battery Performance
iPhone XS Max
Samsung Galaxy A20
Charging timePrice Comparison
iPhone XS Max
Samsung Galaxy A20
Price in Europe From € 270
-
Price in USA -
From $ 68
About Products
iPhone XS Max
The Apple iPhone XS Max is a premium device that combines a stunning 6.5-inch Super Retina OLED display with exceptional performance. Powered by the A12 Bionic chip, it delivers fast, smooth performance for gaming, multitasking, and app usage.
The dual 12MP camera system with Smart HDR captures impressive photos and 4K videos, while the 7MP front camera handles high-quality selfies and FaceTime. With Face ID for secure unlocking and a stainless steel and glass design, it feels as luxurious as it looks. The iPhone XS Max also offers wireless charging and water resistance, making it a durable and powerful option for those seeking a top-tier smartphone experience.
Samsung Galaxy A20
The Samsung Galaxy A20 offers a solid mix of style and performance, making it an excellent choice for budget-conscious users. It features a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display, providing vibrant colors and a sharp visual experience. The Infinity-V design adds a modern touch, giving users more screen space for browsing, gaming, and watching videos.
Powered by an Exynos 7884 processor and 3GB of RAM, the Galaxy A20 handles daily tasks smoothly. The dual-camera system includes a 13MP main sensor and a 5MP ultra-wide lens, perfect for capturing wide-angle shots and stunning photos. The 8MP front camera is ideal for selfies and video calls.
Technical Specifications
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Specs
iPhone XS Max
Samsung Galaxy A20
Design
Weight
208 g (7.34 ounces)
169 g (5.96 ounces)
Thickness
7.7 mm (0.3 inches)
7.8 mm (0.31 inches)
Width
77.4 mm (3.05 inches)
74.7 mm (2.94 inches)
Height
157.5 mm (6.2 inches)
158.4 mm (6.24 inches)
Is weather-sealed (splashproof)
✔
-
Ingress Protection (IP) rating
IP68
-
Waterproof depth rating
2 m
-
Volume
93.87 cm³
92.29 cm³
Is dustproof and water-resistant
✔
-
Color options
Space Gray, Silver, Gold
Black, Deep Blue, Red, Coral Orange, Gold
Lowest potential operating temperature
0 °C
-
Maximum operating temperature
35 °C
-
French Repairability Index
4.6
-
Display
Screen size
6.5"
6.4"
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
OLED/AMOLED
Pixel density
458 ppi
268 ppi
Resolution
1242 x 2688 px
720 x 1560 px
Refresh rate
60Hz
60Hz
Brightness (typical)
625 nits
-
Has branded damage-resistant glass
✔
✔
Gorilla Glass version
Gorilla Glass 6
Gorilla Glass 3
Supports HDR10
✔
-
Supports Dolby Vision
✔
-
Contrast ratio
1000000:1
-
Has a touch screen
✔
✔
Performance
Internal storage
64GB, 256GB, 512GB
32GB
RAM
4GB
3GB
Android version
-
Android 9 Pie
CPU speed
2 x 2.5 GHz & 4 x 1.6 GHz
2 x 1.6 GHz & 6 x 1.35 GHz
GPU clock speed
-
770 MHz
Has integrated LTE
✔
✔
RAM speed
2133 MHz
-
Semiconductor size
7 nm
14 nm
Supports 64-bit
✔
✔
DirectX version
-
DirectX 11
Has integrated graphics
✔
✔
OpenGL ES version
-
3.2
Uses big.LITTLE technology
✔
✔
CPU threads
6 threads
8 threads
Has TrustZone
✔
✔
Maximum memory bandwidth
34.1 GB/s
3 GB/s
OpenCL version
-
2
L2 cache
8 MB
-
EMMC version
-
5.1
DDR memory version
4
4
Maximum memory amount
-
3GB
GPU execution units
-
2
Shading units
-
32
Release date
2018
2019
Has NX bit
✔
✔
L1 cache
128 KB
64 KB
Number of transistors
6900 million
-
Has an external memory slot
-
✔
Turbo clock speed
2.49GHz
1.6GHz
Maximum amount of external memory supported
-
1000GB
Bits executed at a time
-
128
VFP version
-
4
Cameras
Main camera
12 MP & 12 MP
13 MP & 5 MP
Front camera
7MP
8MP
Has built-in optical image stabilization
✔
-
Video recording (main camera)
2160 x 60 fps
1080 x 30 fps
Wide aperture (main camera)
f/2.4 & f/1.8
f/2.2 & f/1.9
Has a dual-tone LED flash
✔
-
Has a BSI sensor
✔
-
Has continuous autofocus when recording movies
✔
-
Has phase-detection autofocus for photos
✔
-
Supports slow-motion video recording
✔
-
Has a built-in HDR mode
✔
✔
Has a flash
✔
✔
Has manual exposure
✔
-
Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera
✔
✔
Optical zoom
2x
-
Number of flash LEDs
2
1
Has a CMOS sensor
✔
✔
Has manual ISO
✔
✔
Has a serial shot mode
✔
✔
Has manual focus
✔
-
Has a front camera
✔
✔
Has manual white balance
✔
✔
Has touch autofocus
✔
✔
Can create panoramas in-camera
✔
✔
Wide aperture (front camera)
f/2.2
f/2.0
Has timelapse function
✔
-
Pixel size (main camera)
1.4 µm & 1 µm
-
Shoots 360° panorama
-
✔
Operating system
Has theme customization
-
✔
Has Wi-Fi password sharing
✔
-
Has battery health check
✔
-
Can offload apps
✔
-
Has customizable notifications
✔
✔
Supports split screen
-
✔
Supports instant markup
✔
✔
Supports PiP and PaP
-
✔
Has sharing intents
✔
✔
Has a child lock
✔
✔
Is free and open source
-
✔
Tracks the current position of a mobile device
✔
✔
Is a multi-user system
-
✔
Can block app tracking
✔
-
Blocks cross-site tracking
✔
-
Gets direct OS updates
✔
-
Has AirPlay
✔
-
Has Quick Start
✔
-
The browser has word wrap
✔
✔
Has voice commands
✔
✔
Supports widgets
-
✔
Has offline voice recognition
-
✔
More languages supported
56
125
Battery
Battery power
3174 mAh
4000 mAh
Has wireless charging
✔
-
Supports fast charging
✔
✔
Charging speed
15W
15W
Wireless charging speed
7.5W
-
Has a battery level indicator
✔
✔
Has a rechargeable battery
✔
✔
Battery life
16.1 hours
-
Audio
Has stereo speakers
✔
-
Number of microphones
3
2
Has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
-
✔
Has a radio
-
✔
Features
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Download speed
1024 MBits/s
150 MBits/s
Upload speed
150 MBits/s
50 MBits/s
Has USB Type-C
-
✔
USB version
2
2
Has NFC
✔
✔
SIM cards
1 SIM, 1 eSIM
2 SIM
Has a fingerprint scanner
-
✔
Bluetooth version
5
5
Has a gyroscope
✔
✔
Has GPS
✔
✔
Has a compass
✔
✔
Supports Wi-Fi
✔
✔
Has a cellular module
✔
✔
Has a barometer
✔
-
Supports Galileo
✔
-
Body SAR (US)
1.52W/kg
-
Head SAR (US)
1.39W/kg
-
Has an accelerometer
✔
✔
Body sar (eu)
0.99W/kg
1.38W/kg
Head SAR (eu)
0.99W/kg
0.23W/kg
Uses 3D facial recognition
✔
-
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