Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max: Which One Should You Buy?
Apple iPhone 18 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 89.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max wins 1 of 3 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsTie9797
- CameraNot enough data
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- BatteryApple iPhone 18 Pro Max5191
- Displayfrom specsTie8888
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery5,567 mAh vs 4,056 mAh
- Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has the bigger screen6.9" vs 6.3"
- Apple iPhone 18 Pro is lighter211 g vs 249 g
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Apple iPhone 18 Pro wins — BeastScore 89.0/100
After comparing all the specs, Apple iPhone 18 Pro is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 89.0 vs top rival 88.5 and Higher resolution main sensor: 50 MP vs max 0 MP.
Higher overall BeastScore: 89.0 vs top rival 88.5 · Higher resolution main sensor: 50 MP vs max 0 MP
Larger battery capacity: 5,567 mAh (+1,511 mAh more) · Significantly larger display: 6.9" vs max 6.3" for media & multitasking
Common questions
Which is better: Apple iPhone 18 Pro or Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max?
Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads with an overall BeastScore of 89.0/100 compared to Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (88.5/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 89.0 vs top rival 88.5 and Higher resolution main sensor: 50 MP vs max 0 MP.
What are the main battery and display differences between Apple iPhone 18 Pro and Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max?
Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 4056 mAh battery. Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a 6.9-inch display and 5567 mAh battery.
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