Overall Score
92.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#46)92.8
Performance(#397)94.0
Camera(#31)99.3
Display(#235)97.1
Battery(#263)91.8
Build(#33)97.3
Connectivity(#197)87.5
Audio(#115)87.6
Comparisons Featuring Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Short Review
- The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max features a premium design with a titanium frame and glass front and back, ensuring durability and a sleek aesthetic.
- Its 6.9-inch LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED display offers a resolution of 1320 x 2868 pixels, supporting HDR10 and Dolby Vision, with a refresh rate of 120Hz for smooth visuals.
- Powered by the Apple A18 Pro chipset, it delivers exceptional performance through its hexa-core CPU and 6-core GPU, complemented by up to 1TB of storage and 8GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a versatile 48 MP wide lens, a 12 MP periscope telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom, and a 48 MP ultrawide lens, all enhanced with sensor-shift OIS and advanced video capabilities.
- Battery life is supported by a 4685 mAh capacity, with wireless charging available.
- Running on iOS 18, the software experience is seamless and user-friendly, with features like stereo speakers and 5G connectivity.
- Special features include a TOF 3D LiDAR scanner for depth perception and advanced photography.
- The device is also equipped with USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 for fast data transfer.
- Weighing 227 grams, it remains manageable while offering a range of color options.
- Overall, the iPhone 16 Pro Max combines cutting-edge technology with a sophisticated design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2024, September 09
Announced2024, September 09
DescriptionVersions: A3296 (International); A3084 (USA); A3295 (Middle East, Canada, Mexico); A3297 (China, Hong Kong)
Display
Size6.9"
TypeLTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM)
Resolution1320 x 2868 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density)
PPI1320
Refresh Rate120Hz
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCeramic Shield glass (2024 gen)
Performance
ChipsetApple A18 Pro (3 nm)
CPUHexa-core (2x4.05 GHz + 4x2.42 GHz)
GPUApple GPU (6-core graphics)
Memory256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM, 1TB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera48 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS12 MP, f/2.8, 120mm (periscope telephoto), 1/3.06", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF, 3D sensor‑shift OIS, 5x optical zoom48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAFTOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama)
Front Camera12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF, OISSL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
Front Camera FeaturesHDR, Dolby Vision HDR, 3D (spatial) audio, stereo sound rec.
Video Recording4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), ProRes, 3D (spatial) video/audio, stereo sound rec.
Selfie Video4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity4685 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 4685 mAh
Charging DetailsWired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min25W wireless (MagSafe), 15W wireless (China only)15W wireless (Qi2)4.5W reverse wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Safety
Dimensions163 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm (6.42 x 3.06 x 0.33 in)
Weight227 g
MaterialsGlass front, glass back, titanium frame (grade 5)
ColorsBlack Titanium, White Titanium, Natural Titanium, Desert Titanium
Foldable✗
SAR1.01 W/kg (head) 1.15 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM +eSIM+ eSIM (max 2 at a time; International)eSIM + eSIM (8 or more, max 2 at a time; USA)Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM (China)
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, hotspot
Bluetooth5.3, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemiOS 18, upgradable to iOS 18.5
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✓
SensorsFace ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer