I’ve been cozying it up with the iPhone 17 Pro Max for over a month now and it’s no surprise that it’s the best phone around for a number of reasons. In fact, it overthrew the Galaxy S25 Ultra that held the top spot for most of 2025. While Apple’s enjoying the success of its flagship, things could change once the Galaxy S26 Ultra gets here.

We won’t have to wait long either, as the rumors hint at the Galaxy S26 Ultra being announced in January. I’ve been keeping tabs on all the rumors and leaks that could point the finger at Samsung coming out on top of a Galaxy S26 Ultra vs iPhone 17 Pro Max face-off. Here’s all the ways I think the Galaxy S26 Ultra could beat the iPhone 17 Pro Max, knowing all the rumors that have come out so far.

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