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Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra vs Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max
Outcome-based comparison: Which phone should you buy?
Devices (2)
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max
128GB
KSh 59,500
Overall Outcome Winner
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
Leads in 4 of 6 categories (67% of evaluated outcomes)
Performance
S22 Ultra
Camera
S22 Ultra
Battery
S22 Ultra
Ecosystem
Pro Max
Value
S22 Ultra
Outcome Scores
We translate specs into real-world results. Click any category to review our verified testing rationale.
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
Flagship-tier
100WINNER
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max
Very High-End
88
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
Top tier
100WINNER
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max
Advanced
86
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
Excellent Endurance
86WINNER
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max
Light Usage Only
48
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
Top tier
87
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max
Top tier
95WINNER
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
Exceptional Value
93WINNER
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max
Great Value
79
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Storage Options
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Should You Buy It?
Direct buying guidance for each phone in this matchup.
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
Buy if you're a...
- •Power users, gamers, and content creators who demand top-tier speed
- •Photography enthusiasts who want pro-level shots in any lighting
- •Travellers and heavy users who hate mid-day charging
- •Users invested in a specific ecosystem (Apple / Samsung / Google)
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max
Buy if you're a...
- •Power users, gamers, and content creators who demand top-tier speed
- •Photography enthusiasts who want pro-level shots in any lighting
- •Users invested in a specific ecosystem (Apple / Samsung / Google)
Skip if...
- •You frequently travel without a charger nearby
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