Apple iPhone Duo 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.
Apple iPhone Duo
iPhone 18 Pro Max
iPhone 18 Pro Max wins 3 of 6 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedApple iPhone Duo9796
- CameraiPhone 18 Pro Max9394
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie7676
- BatteryiPhone 18 Pro Max8894
- DisplayApple iPhone Duo9895
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueiPhone 18 Pro Max5058
- iPhone 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery5,567 mAh vs 5,200 mAh
- Apple iPhone Duo charges faster60W vs 45W
- Apple iPhone Duo has the bigger screen7.8" vs 6.9"
- Apple iPhone Duo is lighter239 g vs 249 g
- iPhone 18 Pro Max launched cheaper$1,499 vs $1,899
- Apple iPhone Duo has more RAM16 GB vs 12 GB
- iPhone 18 Pro Max can text for help by satelliteYes vs No
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄iPhone 18 Pro Max wins — BeastScore 92.8/100
The iPhone 18 Pro Max is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,567 mAh vs 5,200 mAh) and lower launch price ($1,499 vs $1,899). The Apple iPhone Duo is worth a look if you prefer its faster charging (60W vs 45W).
Faster wired charging: 60W vs 45W · Larger display: 7.8" vs 6.9"
Larger battery: 5,567 mAh vs 5,200 mAh · Lower launch price: $1,499 vs $1,899
Common questions
Which is better: Apple iPhone Duo or iPhone 18 Pro Max?
The iPhone 18 Pro Max is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,567 mAh vs 5,200 mAh) and lower launch price ($1,499 vs $1,899). The Apple iPhone Duo is worth a look if you prefer its faster charging (60W vs 45W). BeastScore: Apple iPhone Duo 93.5/100, iPhone 18 Pro Max 92.8/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Apple iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 Pro Max?
Apple iPhone Duo has a 7.8-inch display and 5200 mAh battery. iPhone 18 Pro Max has a 6.9-inch display and 5567 mAh battery.
How do Apple iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 Pro Max compare for speed?
Apple iPhone Duo scores 97/100 for performance; iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 96/100.
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