iPhone XS Max

vs

Samsung Galaxy A54

iPhone XS Max vs Samsung Galaxy A54

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 A54

Screen size: 6.4" / Resolution: 1080 x 2340 px / Main camera: 50 MP & 12 MP & 5 MP / Front camera: 32MP / RAM: 4GB, 6GB, 8GB / Battery power: 5000 mAh / Has 5G support: ✔ / Internal storage: 128GB, 256GB / SIM cards: 2 SIM

Key Differences

iPhone XS Max

Samsung Galaxy A54

Why is iPhone XS Max better than Samsung Galaxy A54?

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AnTuTu score is about 16% higher

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More internal storage: 64GB, 256GB, 512GB vs 128GB, 256GB

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Has a larger display diagonal: 6.5" vs 6.4"

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Better display resolution: 1242 x 2688 px vs 1080 x 2340 px

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Shorter: 157.5 mm (6.2 inches) vs 158.2 mm (6.23 inches)

iPhone XS Max

Samsung Galaxy A54

Why is Samsung Galaxy A54 better than iPhone XS Max?

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Bigger battery capacity: 5000 mAh vs 3174 mAh

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Faster CPU speed: 4 x 2.4 GHz & 4 x 2 GHz vs 2 x 2.5 GHz & 4 x 1.6 GHz

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More RAM memory capacity: 4GB, 6GB, 8GB vs 4GB

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More megapixels main camera: 50 MP & 12 MP & 5 MP vs 12 MP & 12 MP

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More megapixels front camera: 32MP vs 7MP

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Higher charging speed: 25W vs 15W

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Lighter: 202 g (7.13 ounces) vs 208 g (7.34 ounces)

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Narrower: 76.7 mm (3.02 inches) vs 77.4 mm (3.05 inches)

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More color options: Lime, Graphite, Violet, White vs Space Gray, Silver, Gold

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The phone is 4 years and 6 months newer

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Phone is about 17% cheaper

Size Comparison

iPhone XS Max

Samsung Galaxy A54

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"
credit-card
6.4"

Height

158.2 mm
(6.23 inches)

Width

76.7 mm
(3.02 inches)

Thickness

8.2 mm
(0.32 inches)

Screen size

6.4"

Weight

202 g
(7.13 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

158.2 mm
(6.23 inches)

Width

76.7 mm
(3.02 inches)

Thickness

8.2 mm
(0.32 inches)

Screen size

6.4"

Weight

202 g
(7.13 ounces)

3D comparison

iPhone XS Max

Samsung Galaxy A54

iPhone XS Max

Samsung Galaxy A54

Expert Score

Score 4.4

Score 3.8

iPhone XS Max

Samsung Galaxy A54

iPhone XS Max

Samsung Galaxy A54

Score 4.4

Score 3.8

CNet

CNet

iPhone XS Max

Samsung Galaxy A54

TechRadar

TechRadar

iPhone XS Max

Samsung Galaxy A54

PCMag

PCMag

iPhone XS Max

Samsung Galaxy A54

Smartprix

Smartprix

iPhone XS Max

Samsung Galaxy A54

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Benchmarks

AnTuTu Score

iPhone XS Max

689,680 +15.84%

Samsung Galaxy A54

595,359

benchmark

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 +1.99%

Samsung Galaxy A54

198,418

benchmark

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 +21.91%

Samsung Galaxy A54

133,983

benchmark

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

Samsung Galaxy A54

110,679 +0.48%

benchmark

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 +40.41%

Samsung Galaxy A54

152,279

benchmark

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 +102.41%

Samsung Galaxy A54

2,818

benchmark

Is a cross-platform benchmark designed to test the graphical performance of devices under high GPU load.

3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark

iPhone XS Max

6,067 +113.33%

Samsung Galaxy A54

2,844

benchmark

Is a cross-platform graphical benchmark that tests a device's performance while eliminating the impact of screen resolution for more objective platform comparisons.

3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark

iPhone XS Max

1,482 +83.42%

Samsung Galaxy A54

808

benchmark

Is a cross-platform graphical benchmark that tests a device's performance under higher workloads with more detailed visuals, designed for powerful GPUs.

Geekbench 6 · Multi-Core

iPhone XS Max

2,534

Samsung Galaxy A54

2,700 +6.55%

benchmark

Measures the aggregate performance of all processor cores in a device, simulating tasks optimized for multi-threaded processing.

Geekbench 6 · Single-Core

iPhone XS Max

1,265 +60.53%

Samsung Galaxy A54

788

benchmark

Measures the performance of a single processor core by assessing how efficiently the device handles single-threaded processing-based tasks.

Geekbench 5 · Multi-Core

iPhone XS Max

2,444

Samsung Galaxy A54

2,634 +7.77%

benchmark

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 +42.18%

Samsung Galaxy A54

780

benchmark

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 A54

17 h
28 min

21 h
52 min

callBattery Life

3 h
29 min

1 h
03 min

callCharging time

Price Comparison

iPhone XS Max

Samsung Galaxy A54

location Price in Europe

From € 270

From € 225

location Price in USA

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From $ 161

location Price in India

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From ₹ 24,900

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 A54

The Samsung Galaxy A54 is a versatile mid-range smartphone offering impressive features. It sports a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, providing vibrant colors and smooth scrolling, ideal for gaming and media consumption. Powered by an efficient Exynos 1380 processor and up to 8GB of RAM, it ensures fast, reliable performance.

The 50MP triple-camera system captures sharp photos and 4K videos, while the 32MP front camera is perfect for high-quality selfies. With 5G connectivity, a 5000mAh battery, and 25W fast charging, the Galaxy A54 offers a great balance of speed, display quality, and long-lasting power at an affordable price.

Technical Specifications

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Specs

iPhone XS Max

Samsung Galaxy A54

Design

Design

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Weight

208 g (7.34 ounces)

202 g (7.13 ounces)

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Thickness

7.7 mm (0.3 inches)

8.2 mm (0.32 inches)

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Width

77.4 mm (3.05 inches)

76.7 mm (3.02 inches)

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Height

157.5 mm (6.2 inches)

158.2 mm (6.23 inches)

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Is weather-sealed (splashproof)

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Ingress Protection (IP) rating

IP68

IP67

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Waterproof depth rating

2 m

1 m

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Volume

93.87 cm³

99.5 cm³

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Is dustproof and water-resistant

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Color options

Space Gray, Silver, Gold

Lime, Graphite, Violet, White

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Lowest potential operating temperature

0 °C

0 °C

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Maximum operating temperature

35 °C

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French Repairability Index

4.6

8.4

Display

Display

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Screen size

6.5"

6.4"

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Display type

OLED/AMOLED

OLED/AMOLED

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Pixel density

458 ppi

403 ppi

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Resolution

1242 x 2688 px

1080 x 2340 px

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Refresh rate

60Hz

120Hz

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Brightness (typical)

625 nits

1000 nits

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Has branded damage-resistant glass

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Gorilla Glass version

Gorilla Glass 6

Gorilla Glass 5

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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

1000000:1

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Has a touch screen

Performance

Performance

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Internal storage

64GB, 256GB, 512GB

128GB, 256GB

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RAM

4GB

4GB, 6GB, 8GB

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Android version

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Android 14

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CPU speed

2 x 2.5 GHz & 4 x 1.6 GHz

4 x 2.4 GHz & 4 x 2 GHz

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GPU clock speed

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950 MHz

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Has integrated LTE

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RAM speed

2133 MHz

3200 MHz

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Semiconductor size

7 nm

5 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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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

34.1 GB/s

51.2 GB/s

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OpenCL version

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2

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L2 cache

8 MB

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DDR memory version

4

5

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Maximum memory amount

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8GB

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L3 cache

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4 MB

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Uses multithreading

-

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Release date

2018

2023

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Has NX bit

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L1 cache

128 KB

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Number of transistors

6900 million

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Has an external memory slot

-

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Memory channels

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4

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Turbo clock speed

2.49GHz

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Maximum amount of external memory supported

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1000GB

Cameras

Cameras

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Main camera

12 MP & 12 MP

50 MP & 12 MP & 5 MP

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Front camera

7MP

32MP

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Has built-in optical image stabilization

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Video recording (main camera)

2160 x 60 fps

2160 x 30 fps

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Wide aperture (main camera)

f/2.4 & f/1.8

f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4

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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

2x

-

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Number of flash LEDs

2

1

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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 manual white balance

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Has touch autofocus

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Can create panoramas in-camera

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Wide aperture (front camera)

f/2.2

f/2.2

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Has timelapse function

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Maximum iso

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3200 ISO

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Pixel size (main camera)

1.4 µm & 1 µm

1 µm & 1.12 µm & 0 µm

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

-

-

Can play games while they download

-

-

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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Has sharing intents

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Has a child lock

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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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Can block app tracking

-

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Blocks cross-site tracking

-

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Gets direct OS updates

-

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Has AirPlay

-

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Supports widgets

-

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Has Quick Start

-

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More languages supported

56

125

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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

3174 mAh

5000 mAh

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Has wireless charging

-

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Supports fast charging

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Charging speed

15W

25W

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Wireless charging speed

7.5W

-

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Has an ultra power-saving mode

-

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Has a battery level indicator

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Has a rechargeable battery

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Battery life

16.1 hours

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Audio

Audio

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Has stereo speakers

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Number of microphones

3

2

Features

Features

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Has 5G support

-

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Wi-Fi version

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

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

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Download speed

1024 MBits/s

3790 MBits/s

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Upload speed

150 MBits/s

1280 MBits/s

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Has USB Type-C

-

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USB version

2

2

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Has NFC

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SIM cards

1 SIM, 1 eSIM

2 SIM

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Has a fingerprint scanner

-

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Bluetooth version

5

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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Supports Galileo

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Has an accelerometer

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Body sar (eu)

0.99W/kg

1.34W/kg

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Head SAR (eu)

0.99W/kg

0.69W/kg

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Uses 3D facial recognition

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Body SAR (US)

1.52W/kg

0.67W/kg

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Head SAR (US)

1.39W/kg

0.81W/kg

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