I tested the iPhone 18 Pro Max's A20 Pro performance against the Galaxy S26 Ultra

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TuGa121
TuGa121
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• 1mo ago
↵leonchik99 said:

And what exactly are you celebrating—the gaming performance? For most users, that is completely irrelevant. How many youngsters have you actually seen owning a Pro or Pro Max device? Most people use the standard iPhone or an older model, so presenting one benchmark result from Apple’s most expensive devices as a “crushing defeat” for the entire Android ecosystem is ridiculous.

Android offers a much wider choice of devices, better customisation and multitasking, faster charging, foldables, advanced zoom cameras and options for every budget. If the only argument is a gaming score that most users will never notice, then that is hardly a victory worth celebrating.

I strongly disagree. When comparing mainstream Android devices like Samsung’s, they simply aren't in the same league as the iPhone 18 Pro Max. Apple has done an excellent job with the new hardware, especially regarding charging speeds, battery life, and MagSafe. These benchmarks aren't just for gaming—I tested the iPhone 18 Pro Max against my Z Fold 8 Ultra yesterday, and the difference was clear. The iPhone is significantly faster at opening apps, and the performance gap is noticeable in everyday use with mainstream apps like Facebook, X, Instagram, etc. This year, they truly feel like two completely different classes of devices.

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Gareth
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• 1mo ago

Just trashed the S26U, of course it did. I would say the same thing if they were paying me also!

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tomasramoska
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• 1mo ago

Social Media going to work so much faster 🤣

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Bruce_Wayne
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• 1mo ago
↵TuGa121 said:

Real question......How does it feel to watch Apple consistently outperform Android? Are you doing alright, or do you need something? You seem pretty upset—this has been a rough year for you, and September in particular seems to have been especially difficult.

🤣🤣 how does it feel knowing that I couldn't care less? You're so defensive about Apple and the Pixels. I mean what does the big bad Apple has to fear against the Pixels lol? As for me being upset? Lol what do I have to be upset about? I have plenty of money, I get plenty of 🥧 😉, and I'm enjoying life. What do I need to be upset about? You're the one who feels the need to keep comparing the iPhone # to the Pixels. Question is, what are YOU upset about?

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Bruce_Wayne
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• 1mo ago
↵TuGa121 said:

That wasn't just a loss, it was a total blowout, they aren't even in the same league lol.

😏 you would know all about blowout. Considering how often you have your meltdowns in the comments.

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Bruce_Wayne
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• 1mo ago
↵TuGa121 said:

I strongly disagree. When comparing mainstream Android devices like Samsung’s, they simply aren't in the same league as the iPhone 18 Pro Max. Apple has done an excellent job with the new hardware, especially regarding charging speeds, battery life, and MagSafe. These benchmarks aren't just for gaming—I tested the iPhone 18 Pro Max against my Z Fold 8 Ultra yesterday, and the difference was clear. The iPhone is significantly faster at opening apps, and the performance gap is noticeable in everyday use with mainstream apps like Facebook, X, Instagram, etc. This year, they truly feel like two completely different classes of devices.

I swear you swoon about the iPhone as if it was a companion or something. 🤨 I don't think Siri works that well, Tuga.

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leonchik99
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• 1mo ago
↵TuGa121 said:

I strongly disagree. When comparing mainstream Android devices like Samsung’s, they simply aren't in the same league as the iPhone 18 Pro Max. Apple has done an excellent job with the new hardware, especially regarding charging speeds, battery life, and MagSafe. These benchmarks aren't just for gaming—I tested the iPhone 18 Pro Max against my Z Fold 8 Ultra yesterday, and the difference was clear. The iPhone is significantly faster at opening apps, and the performance gap is noticeable in everyday use with mainstream apps like Facebook, X, Instagram, etc. This year, they truly feel like two completely different classes of devices.

Dude, that will only last until February, when the S27 Ultra is released. Then it will start all over again when the iPhone 19 Pro comes out.

This is an endless game that lasts six months at most. So telling me now that Apple has done a great job by opening some apps faster and improving fast charging—features that have been available on other devices for years—is almost an insult to the Apple brand itself.

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TuGa121
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• 1mo ago
↵leonchik99 said:

Dude, that will only last until February, when the S27 Ultra is released. Then it will start all over again when the iPhone 19 Pro comes out.

This is an endless game that lasts six months at most. So telling me now that Apple has done a great job by opening some apps faster and improving fast charging—features that have been available on other devices for years—is almost an insult to the Apple brand itself.

Apple has consistently outperformed Android devices since their inception, and I cannot recall any instance where an Android device matched Apple in application launch speed or overall system fluidity.

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TuGa121
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• 1mo ago
↵Bruce_Wayne said:

I swear you swoon about the iPhone as if it was a companion or something. 🤨 I don't think Siri works that well, Tuga.

It is important to acknowledge the recent advancements made by Apple, as they have effectively addressed previous criticisms regarding refresh rates and charging speeds. By incorporating faster charging, increased battery capacity, MagSafe integration, and improved wireless charging speeds across their lineup, Apple has demonstrated a commitment to performance that warrants recognition.

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pimpin83z
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• 1mo ago
↵TuGa121 said:

Apple has consistently outperformed Android devices since their inception, and I cannot recall any instance where an Android device matched Apple in application launch speed or overall system fluidity.

"I cannot recall any instance where an Android device matched Apple in application launch speed or overall system fluidity."


I can; and not just from personal experience. Here's some examples:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1LwRvWrWRk

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IptNwTHu8WA

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