iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Magic5 Ultimate: Which One Should You Buy?
iPhone 16 Pro Max edges ahead with a BeastScore of 80.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
iPhone 16 Pro Max
Magic5 Ultimate
iPhone 16 Pro Max wins 3 of 7 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedMagic5 Ultimate8095
- CameraiPhone 16 Pro Max8584
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie6060
- BatteryMagic5 Ultimate7886
- DisplayiPhone 16 Pro Max8862
- ConnectivityiPhone 16 Pro Max1000
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueTie5555
- Magic5 Ultimate has the bigger battery5,450 mAh vs 4,685 mAh
- Magic5 Ultimate has a sharper main camera50 MP vs 48 MP
- iPhone 16 Pro Max has the bigger screen6.9" vs 6.81"
- iPhone 16 Pro Max is lighter227 g vs 234 g
- iPhone 16 Pro Max launched cheaper$1,199 vs $1,399
- Magic5 Ultimate has more RAM16 GB vs 8 GB
- iPhone 16 Pro Max has the faster chipApple A18 Pro vs Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄iPhone 16 Pro Max wins — BeastScore 80.0/100
The iPhone 16 Pro Max is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger screen (6.9" vs 6.81") and lighter body (227 g vs 234 g). The Magic5 Ultimate is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (5,450 mAh vs 4,685 mAh).
Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens) · Lower launch price: $1,199 vs $1,399
Larger battery: 5,450 mAh vs 4,685 mAh · More RAM: 16 GB vs 8 GB
Common questions
Which is better: iPhone 16 Pro Max or Magic5 Ultimate?
The iPhone 16 Pro Max is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger screen (6.9" vs 6.81") and lighter body (227 g vs 234 g). The Magic5 Ultimate is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (5,450 mAh vs 4,685 mAh). BeastScore: iPhone 16 Pro Max 80.0/100, Magic5 Ultimate 79.9/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 16 Pro Max and Magic5 Ultimate?
iPhone 16 Pro Max has a 6.9-inch display and 4685 mAh battery. Magic5 Ultimate has a 6.81-inch display and 5450 mAh battery.
How do iPhone 16 Pro Max and Magic5 Ultimate compare for speed?
iPhone 16 Pro Max scores 80/100 for performance; Magic5 Ultimate scores 95/100.
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