Samsung S23 Ultra vs. iPhone 15 Pro Max - Which Should You Buy?

How does the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra compare to Apple's iPhone 15 Pro Max? We'll take you through the best features of each phone, the downsides, and our recommendation on which one you should choose!

Specifically we'll take you through the phone's consturction, the iPhone's Action Button, the differences between the Samsung and Apple Ecosystems, how the camera systems of each phone compare, plus parent controls, how the operating systems differ and more!

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🕰️Timestamps:
0:00 - 10x zoom
0:56 - S Pen
1:15 - One UI operating system
1:47 - Customization
2:55 - Samsung Galaxy Ecosystem
4:00 - Apple Ecosystem vs. Samsung
4:26 - Parental Controls
5:19 - Phone weight
5:41 - Apple Ecosystem
6:13 - iMessage
7:14 - Continuity Camera
7:34 - Action Button
8:37 - Video Quality
9:24 - Camera Depth Information
9:53 - iOS operating system
10:57 - Recommendation

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[Podcastforthewin]

I like both. Apple has a comfortable, simplistic UI and a easy to use UE. Android is when i get sick of apple and it seems to boring. I always seem to go back and forth. But, with that said, this is the longest ive gone without an iPhone, 1 year now. I have the s23 ultra, and the pixel 7 pro. But, the pad is the best media device and same with the Apple Watch. IMO

[zedjosh]

I just got my S23 ultra today and I'm very happy switching from iPhone 14

[tosh]

Using the S23 Ultra since launch. I keep on switching between Apple & Samsung. The last iPhone I used was 13 Pro Max whereas I have literally used all the Samsung Note series so far. IMO, if you don't have any smartwatch, iPad, Mac or Windows PC, I think S23 Ultra will be a better choice. When I forgot to carry my Mac, I simply connected my phone to the desktop using Wireless Dex and it worked perfectly. S23 Ultra is a almost a perfect phone with actual pro usage compared to the iPhone. Don't want to go in details but the S23 Ultra can do 90% of the thing iPhone 15 Pro Max can whereas the Iphone 15 Pro max can do almost 70% of the things S23 Ultra can. As simple as that.

[TheProductCritiques]

Hey there! Thanks for sharing this comparison video. I'm interested in learning more about the Samsung S23 Ultra and the iPhone 15 Pro Max. Could you please provide some key points or features that were discussed in the video? It would help me make a more informed decision. Thanks!

[CharlesRohrer]

Definitely love the s23 ultra. I do still photos more than video and love the spen. Stability, performance and battery have been excellent. Also appreciate split screen and multitasking in general. And then there's the clipboard and the better file system. I might slightly prefer the Apple Watch and the design of the iPhone but I also enjoy my galaxy watch 4.

[PhazonBlaxor]

One thing you did not mention about S23U and photography is that it supports full manual controls with RAW mode. It also offers digital ND, meaning you can simulate the light blocking aspects of aperture. It's the first phone I've seen to finally complete the shutter speed, aperture and ISO triangle. ND cannot affect bokeh though, but adjusting background blur is easy nowadays, so it's not a huge deal.

Before I got the phone, I thought s-pen would be a gimmick. But honestly, it makes esiting in Lightroom so much better than with fingertips. Dex is also great for editing.

It's truly photography enthustiasts dream device.

[Yawsimple]

Lemme guess the end of the video "It all comes down to the personal preference of the end-user."

[citicyclekidd]

Just from my stand point. I do not think having a lighter phone is a big issue with anyone. Giving the fact that your hands get use to the phone it self. I think I'll stay on the side with customization and freedom. 😊

[bringthecheese]

What fanbase rivalry is the most immature?
a) Samsung vs Apple
b) Playstation vs Xbox
c) Messi vs CR7
What pair of fanbases is less aware of the concepts of "Taste" and "Preferences"?

[ToloyKeripinMunsang]

Battery life of typical usage is always left behind or not highlighted. Please include them in your next long term reviews.

[redtaylorsversion]

you make solid videos i must say, i just subscribed!
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[AustnTok]

I just got my S23 ultra for $400 off brand new and unlocked. Switching from my Pixel 6 pro. I will miss my Pixel but the camera is so scratched, when I take a picture, the blacks have a TON of noise. It's bad. I've been on the Android beta program for several years but it's time to give Samsung another try. It helps that Samsung has Android 14 now too.

[mariakatrinacalesa]

I just bought my s23 ultra. Been using ip14pm and has been an iphone user but when i switched to s23 ultra i def can say d cam is a pro compared to my 14pm.

[robmartin]

AT&T LGK10, my first smartphone, great phone, ...but when on an app, shuts down repeatedly, other than that, works fine....considering going with a flagship...iPhone 15 pro max or samsung galaxy S23 Ultra...my concern is transfering All Data...can i transfer All Data to either Phone?...your take?...recommend?

[Chikowski]

I really enjoy watching your detailed videos they're amazing !!

[mcwicker]

@6monthslater, what is your daily driver?

[Shambley]

I’m coming back to some of these videos to share my experience with both these phones and why I chose one over the other. Maybe it will help someone else make their decision. I originally got the s23 ultra and ended up returning it for the 15 pro max. Technically I believe the s23 ultra is the more tech advanced phone and can do more but the iPhone feels more premium in hand and is more enjoyable to use in day to day tasks. The excitement of the s23 wore out quickly and it just felt like any other android phone. On the other hand the iPhone still impressed me with how premium it feels every time I pull it out of my pocket. Even just how the touch screen feels when you’re swiping around the Home Screen. I don’t know what it is but it just feels like a higher quality product. If you’re a heavy tech user and will actually use things like dex then you may want to go with the s23 but if you just use your phone to make calls, watch YouTube, scroll social media and connect with friends then I think the iPhone is the better experience. The s23 ultra is an absolute beast and will do all the things you want it to do but for me I didn’t use even half of the things it could do and it just didn’t feel as good doing the normal everyday things as the iPhone. I honestly believe most average people will enjoy using the iPhone over the ultra but if you will use all the features like dex I completely understand the appeal in the s23. Also I have not had any of the issues people are reporting about the 15. The s23 ultra is cooler during charging but my iPhone doesn’t get overly hot. I think the battery is better on the iPhone as well. On the ultra it seemed like every time I looked at my battery percentage it had ticked down another percent. My iPhone seems to just sip battery in comparison. I know that was a bit of a ramble but it’s early and I’m tired so forgive me.

[FlubFlubber]

I had the S23 ultra, which is a beast of a phone.
But I now have the iPhone 15 pro max and that is also a beast of a phone. You can't go wrong with either device. The 2 best phones this year.
iOS is very good, the only difference is that with Android you can make more settings and with the Samsung I can take a long screenshot anywhere, with the iPhone you have to go into safari, but I'm already used to it but that can be even better.
Video cameras are good for both, but the iPhone is really the ruler in video cameras.
Battery life is both very good, the iPhone just a little bit better.
The software works crazy well for both ;).
I wish I had enough money to keep both ;).

[BluWaves]

I like simplicity. The things that benefited me was on iPhone. Android is good but don’t fit what I like. I’m happy with my 15 Pro Max. Just got it yesterday.