Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs. iPhone 16 Pro Max: We tested both, and this model takes the crown

Samsung and Apple have two of the best flagship phones on the market. We tested and compared both devices to give you the definitive buying reasons for each.

Check out ZDNET's list of the best phones, and two names usually top the list -- Samsung and Apple. That's no exception with our most recent picks, as the Galaxy S24 Ultra and the iPhone 16 Pro Max take the top two spots. That list will likely be changing soon though, as the Galaxy S25 Ultra is now available. 

Also: I replaced my iPhone 16 Pro with the Galaxy S25 Ultra - and there's a clear winner

Both the 16 Pro Max and the S25 Ultra are their brand's most impressive phones to date. Both are packed with premium features and high-end specs, and both are the biggest of their lineups. They all feature ...