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Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs iPhone 18 Pro Max: Which One Should You Buy?

iPhone 18 Pro Max edges ahead with a BeastScore of 92.8/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

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Apple · 2026

Apple iPhone 18 Pro

Apple iPhone 18 Pro
89/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Apple · 2026

iPhone 18 Pro Max

iPhone 18 Pro Max
93/ 100
Launch price$1,499
Head-to-head

Apple iPhone 18 Pro wins 2 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
2 wins
iPhone 18 Pro Max
iPhone 18 Pro Max
1 win
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplay
Apple iPhone 18 ProiPhone 18 Pro Max
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsTie
    97
    97
  • Camerafrom specsApple iPhone 18 Pro
    82
    80
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieApple iPhone 18 Pro
    88
    76
  • BatteryiPhone 18 Pro Max
    51
    94
  • Displayfrom specsTie
    88
    88
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • iPhone 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery5,567 mAh vs 4,056 mAh
  • Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a sharper main camera50 MP vs 48 MP
  • iPhone 18 Pro Max has the bigger screen6.9" vs 6.3"
  • Apple iPhone 18 Pro is lighter211 g vs 249 g
  • Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a sharper selfie camera32 MP vs 18 MP
  • iPhone 18 Pro Max can text for help by satelliteYes vs No
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Apple iPhone 18 Pro
  • ✓38 g lighter (211 g), easier to hold
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.3" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy iPhone 18 Pro Max
  • ✓$8500 cheaper at launch ($1499 vs $9999)
  • ✓Bigger 5,567 mAh battery (+1,511 mAh)
  • ✓48 MP main camera

Full specifications

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SpecificationApple iPhone 18 ProiPhone 18 Pro Max
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeNot listedLTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision
Screen Size6.3"6.9"
Resolution & DensityN/A 1320 x 2868 pixels (19.5:9 ratio) (460 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/A1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)
Screen ProtectionNot listedCeramic Shield 2, Anti-reflective coating, Always-On display
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A20 Pro Apple A20 Pro (2 nm) (2nm)
CPU CoresNot listedHexa-core (2x High Performance + 4x Efficiency)
GPU GraphicsNot listedApple GPU (7-core graphics)
Operating SystemiOS 18 iOS 27
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR12GB LPDDR5X
Internal Storage2048 GB256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB
Storage SpeedNot listedNVMe fast flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Apple iPhone 18 Pro Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, 50MP Main (OIS) + 50MP Ultra-wide + Telephoto48 MP, f/1.5, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, OIS, Dual pixel PDAF, Sensor-shift OIS (gen 2)
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)48 MP (4x optical zoom), f/2.8, 100mm (periscope telephoto), OIS
Ultrawide CameraN/A48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide)
LiDAR / DepthNoneTOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth sensing & night portrait)
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps1080p@240fps10-bit HDRDolby Vision HDR (up to 120fps)ProRes RAWApple Log 2Spatial 3D video & stereo sound
Front Video
Not listed
4K@24/25/30/60fps1080p@120fpsgyro-EISDolby Vision HDR
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens32 MP18 MP, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide multi-aspect)
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Apple iPhone 18 Pro Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/A163.4 x 78 x 8.8 mm (6.43 x 3.07 x 0.35 in)
Weight211 g249 g (8.78 oz)
Build MaterialsNot listedGlass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, aluminum/glass back
SIM TypeNot listedNano-SIM + eSIM + dual eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot listedIP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 min)
8. Battery & Charging🏆 iPhone 18 Pro Max Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,056 mAh5,567 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/A45W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listed25W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedYes, with stereo speakers (Spatial Audio)
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedWi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band, hotspot)
BluetoothNot listedBluetooth 6.0, A2DP, LE
USB Port & SpeedNot listedUSB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 (up to 10Gbps), DisplayPort video out
NFCYesYes (Apple Pay Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedFace ID, LiDAR scanner, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Satellite FeaturesNot listedEmergency SOS, Messages and Find My via satellite
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedBlack, Silver, Glacier, Burgundy
Launch PricePrice on request$1,499 / €1,600
Our verdict

iPhone 18 Pro Max wins — BeastScore 92.8/100

After comparing all the specs, iPhone 18 Pro Max is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 92.8 vs top rival 89.0 and Larger battery capacity: 5,567 mAh (+1,511 mAh more).

Buy Apple iPhone 18 Pro if you want

Lighter body: 211g (38g lighter in hand)

Buy iPhone 18 Pro Max if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 92.8 vs top rival 89.0 · Larger battery capacity: 5,567 mAh (+1,511 mAh more)

Common questions

Which is better: Apple iPhone 18 Pro or iPhone 18 Pro Max?

iPhone 18 Pro Max leads with an overall BeastScore of 92.8/100 compared to Apple iPhone 18 Pro (89.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 92.8 vs top rival 89.0 and Larger battery capacity: 5,567 mAh (+1,511 mAh more).

What are the main battery and display differences between Apple iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max?

Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 4056 mAh battery. iPhone 18 Pro Max has a 6.9-inch display and 5567 mAh battery.

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