The iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra both feature a 120Hz refresh rate, providing smooth scrolling and responsive touch experiences. However, there are some differences in their implementation and performance.
Refresh Rate Details
- iPhone 15 Pro Max:
- Utilizes Apple's ProMotion technology, which allows for a dynamic refresh rate that can adjust between 1Hz and 120Hz depending on the content being displayed. This means it can drop to lower rates for static images to save battery life, while it can go up to 120Hz for smoother animations and scrolling in supported apps[2][4][5].
- The refresh rate is generally consistent across the operating system, but some users have reported that certain apps may not fully utilize the 120Hz capability, sometimes displaying at lower rates like 60Hz[7].
- Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra:
- Also supports a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, which dynamically adjusts based on the content. However, it tends to maintain a higher refresh rate across various applications consistently compared to the iPhone[2][6].
- The S23 Ultra's display is slightly larger at 6.8 inches, compared to the iPhone's 6.7 inches, but both displays are OLED and provide vibrant colors and high brightness levels[2][4].
Performance Comparison
- Both devices feature excellent displays with high brightness capabilities. The iPhone 15 Pro Max can reach up to 1,550 nits in HDR content, while the S23 Ultra maxes out at about 1,750 nits[2][6].- In terms of color accuracy, the iPhone has been noted for its precise color calibration, while the S23 Ultra offers more vibrant color profiles but may not be as accurate in certain tests[2][4].
In summary, while both smartphones support a 120Hz refresh rate, the iPhone 15 Pro Max features dynamic adjustments that can lead to variability in performance across different applications, whereas the S23 Ultra tends to maintain a more consistent experience.
Citations:[1] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAYd72u85bQ
[2] https://www.tomsguide.com/face-off/iphone-15-pro-max-vs-samsung-galaxy-s23-ultra
[3] https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_iphone_15_pro_max-review-2618p3.php
[4] https://www.techradar.com/phones/iphone-15-pro-max-vs-samsung-galaxy-s23-ultra
[5] https://www.yahoo.com/tech/iphone-15-pro-hidden-60hz-130253420.html
[6] https://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/apple-iphone-15-pro-max-vs-samsung-galaxy-s23-ultra/
[7] https://www.reddit.com/r/iphone/comments/16rrhxg/is_iphone_15_propro_max_120_hz_still_fake/
[8] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nlF4iMm2TdI