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Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Comparison between Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 18 Pro: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Apple.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is the pick for camera and battery: it leads the Pro in both, with a 5567 mAh battery versus 4823 mAh. The iPhone 18 Pro is the more manageable option. Their overall scores are close, so there is no one-size-fits-all winner.
The screen sets them apart: the Max has a 6.9″ display at 1320 × 2868 px, while the Pro measures 6.3″ and 1206 × 2622 px. Nick Ackerman finds the Max’s larger screen better suited to reading and video, while the Pro is easier to hold and use one-handed.
The Max has the larger battery, but both support 40 W wired and 25 W wireless charging. Nick Ackerman reports noticeably longer battery life from the Max, though its size and weight can make it uncomfortable to hold for long periods. The Pro weighs 211 g against the Max’s 249 g, making it easier to carry; both share the Apple A20 Pro chip and 12 GB of RAM.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
The iPhone 18 Pro Max is the better buy for buyers who prioritize its camera and 5567 mAh battery.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
The iPhone 18 Pro is the better buy for anyone prioritizing a lighter phone: it weighs 211 g, versus 249 g for the Max.
The verdict
Your pick: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max, ahead on Camera and Battery & charging.
| Category | iPhone 18 Pro Max | iPhone 18 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 8.3 | 8.4 |
| Performance & hardware | 9.1 | 9.1 |
| Camera | 9.0 | 8.6 |
| Connectivity | 9.6 | 9.6 |
| Battery & charging | 8.2 | 7.3 |
Which one is for you?
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max, if you care about…
- Battery Capacity
- 5,567 mAh
- against 4,823 mAh
- Display Diagonal
- 6.9″
- against 6.3″
- Display Horizontal Resolution
- 1,320 px
- against 1,206 px
- Display Vertical Resolution
- 2,868 px
- against 2,622 px
Apple iPhone 18 Pro, if you care about…
- Weight
- 211 g
- against 249 g
Video reviews
The comparison on video
iPhone 18 Pro vs iPhone 18 Pro Max - Which Size Is Right For You?
Nick Ackerman · 14:59
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Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | iPhone 18 Pro Max | iPhone 18 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Apple A20 Pro | Apple A20 Pro |
| Processor Process Size | 2 nm | 2 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Apple A20 Pro GPU | Apple GPU (7-core graphics) |
| Storage Type | NVMe | NVMe |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 4.9 GHz | 4.9 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 2 TB | 2 TB |
| AnTuTu Score | 3,010,000 | 3,010,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 4,459 | 4,459 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 13,493 | 13,493 |
| CPU Description | Hexa-core CPU with two high-performance cores and four efficiency cores. | Hexa-core CPU with two high-performance cores and four efficiency cores. |
| Processor Type | Hexa-Core | Hexa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| AnTuTu version | v11 | v11 |
Design
| Specification | iPhone 18 Pro Max | iPhone 18 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Silver, Burgundy, White, Blue, Brown, Cyan | Black, Silver, Blue, Burgundy, White, Brown, Cyan |
| Body Thickness | 8.8 mm | 8.8 mm |
| Body Width | 78 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Body Height | 163.4 mm | 150 mm |
| Weight | 249 g | 211 g Best value |
| Usable Surface | 90.7 % | 91 % Best value |
| Body Materials | Glass, Aluminium Alloy | Glass, Aluminium Alloy |
| Resistance Features | IP68 | IP68 |
| Waterproof Depth | 6 m | 6 m |
Battery
| Specification | iPhone 18 Pro Max | iPhone 18 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 5,567 mAh Best value | 4,823 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| Fast Charge Power | 40 W | 40 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator | Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator, USB Power Delivery, Reverse Charging |
| Wireless charging power | 25 W | 25 W |
Display
| Specification | iPhone 18 Pro Max | iPhone 18 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Display Technology | LTPO OLED | LTPO OLED |
| Peak Display Brightness | 3,000 nits | 3,000 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.9″ Best value | 6.3″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,320 px Best value | 1,206 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,868 px Best value | 2,622 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 460 ppi | 460 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Display Features | Hole-Punch Notch, HDR10, Dolby Vision, Always-On Display, LTPO, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Scratch Resistant, Ceramic Shield, Anti-reflective coating, DCI-P3 | Anti-reflective coating, Ceramic Shield 2, HDR10, Dolby Vision, LTPO, Always-On Display, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Hole-Punch Notch, Scratch Resistant, Oleophobic Coating, Frameless |
Sensor
| Specification | iPhone 18 Pro Max | iPhone 18 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Barometer, Light Sensor, Cooling System, 3D face recognition, LiDAR Scanner | Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Barometer, Light Sensor, Cooling System, 3D face recognition, LiDAR Scanner |
Software
| Specification | iPhone 18 Pro Max | iPhone 18 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | iOS 27 | iOS 27 |
| OS Family | iOS | iOS |
| OS Version | 27 | 27 |
| OS Update Support | 7 years | 7 years |
| Direct OS Updates | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | iPhone 18 Pro Max | iPhone 18 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual Nano-SIM, Dual eSIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual eSIM, Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B25, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B30, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B34, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B42, 4G LTE B48, 4G LTE B53, 4G LTE B66, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n12, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n25, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n30, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n48, 5G NR n53, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n70, 5G NR n75, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78, 5G NR n79 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B25, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B30, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B34, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B42, 4G LTE B48, 4G LTE B53, 4G LTE B66, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n12, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n25, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n30, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n48, 5G NR n53, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n70, 5G NR n75, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78, 5G NR n79 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g |
| Wi-Fi Features | Tri-Band, Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, MIMO | Tri-Band, Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, MIMO |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 6.0 | Bluetooth 6.0 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS, NavIC | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC |
| Connectivity Features | UWB, Satellite Connectivity, NFC, USB Type-C, USB Host 3.2, DisplayPort output, eSIM, VoLTE, VoWiFi, OTA Sync, Tethering, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, UMA (Unlicensed Mobile Access) | UWB, Satellite Connectivity, NFC, USB Type-C, USB Host 3.2, USB Host, DisplayPort output, eSIM, VoLTE, VoWiFi, Tethering, OTA Sync, Computer Sync, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, UMA (Unlicensed Mobile Access) |
| USB Version | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | USB 3.2 Gen 2 |
| SAR American Head | 1.19 W/kg | 1.19 W/kg |
| SAR American Body | 1.19 W/kg | 1.19 W/kg |
| SAR (EU) head | 1.49 W/kg | 1.49 W/kg |
| Max. download speed | 6,000 Mbps | 6,000 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | iPhone 18 Pro Max | iPhone 18 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, Three Microphones, A2DP, LE | Stereo Speakers, A2DP, LE, Dolby Atmos, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, Three Microphones |
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