One of the most highly anticipated matchups coming up involves the Galaxy S26 Ultra vs iPhone 17 Pro Max, which will most certainly decide the best phone for the bulk of 2026. Even though we’re still months away from learning which one could ultimately come out on top — Samsung won't release its latest model until the start of the new year — we can explain their differences.
Apple’s been riding high with the success of its most recent flagship model, which has overtaken the Galaxy S25 Ultra as the best phone on our list. In our iPhone 17 Pro Max review, we found that the biggest selling points for Apple's top phone include its durable new design, outstanding A19 Pro performance, and a much enhanced battery life.
