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iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Oppo A18: 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.

Head-to-head
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Apple · 2024

iPhone 16 Pro Max

iPhone 16 Pro Max
80/ 100
Launch price$1,199
Oppo · 2023

Oppo A18

Oppo A18
79/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

iPhone 16 Pro Max wins 5 of 7 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 16 Pro Max
iPhone 16 Pro Max
5 wins
Oppo A18
Oppo A18
2 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayConnectivitySecurityValue
iPhone 16 Pro MaxOppo A18
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeediPhone 16 Pro Max
    80
    70
  • CameraiPhone 16 Pro Max
    85
    80
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryOppo A18
    78
    86
  • DisplayiPhone 16 Pro Max
    88
    84
  • ConnectivityiPhone 16 Pro Max
    90
    65
  • SecurityiPhone 16 Pro Max
    100
    34
  • ValueOppo A18
    55
    85
Key differences
  • Oppo A18 has the bigger battery5,000 mAh vs 4,685 mAh
  • iPhone 16 Pro Max charges faster27W vs 10W
  • iPhone 16 Pro Max has the bigger screen6.9" vs 6.56"
  • Oppo A18 is lighter188 g vs 227 g
  • iPhone 16 Pro Max has more RAM8 GB vs 4 GB
  • iPhone 16 Pro Max has the faster chipApple A18 Pro vs MT6769 Helio G85
  • iPhone 16 Pro Max is better protected from water and dustIP68 vs IP54
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy iPhone 16 Pro Max
  • ✓48 MP main camera
  • ✓6.9" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Oppo A18
  • ✓39 g lighter (188 g vs 227 g), easier to hold
  • ✓Bigger 5,000 mAh battery (+315 mAh)
  • ✓6.56" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 16 Pro MaxOppo A18
1. Display & Screen🏆 iPhone 16 Pro Max Wins Display
Screen typeLTPO Super Retina XDR OLEDIPS LCD
Screen Size6.9"6.56"
Resolution & Density2868x1320 (460 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED (269 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz
Brightness2,000 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 iPhone 16 Pro Max Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A18 Pro (3nm)MT6769 Helio G85
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsApple GPU (6-core)Not listed
Operating SystemiOS 18Android 13
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR4 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1024GB128 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iPhone 16 Pro Max Wins Camera
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.78, OIS, Sony IMX903undefined MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom12 MP (5x optical zoom), f/2.8, OISNone (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera48 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP, f/1.9undefined MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Oppo A18 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions163 x 77.6 x 8.25 mmN/A
Weight227 g188 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68IP54
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Oppo A18 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,685 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging27W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless Charging25W wireless chargingNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Not listed
Bluetooth5.3v5.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.0USB Type-C 2.0
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$1,199Price on request
Our verdict

iPhone 16 Pro Max wins — BeastScore 80.0/100

The iPhone 16 Pro Max is the better pick for most people thanks to its faster charging (27W vs 10W) and bigger screen (6.9" vs 6.56"). The Oppo A18 is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (5,000 mAh vs 4,685 mAh).

Buy iPhone 16 Pro Max if you want

Faster wired charging: 27W vs 10W · Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)

Buy Oppo A18 if you want

Larger battery: 5,000 mAh vs 4,685 mAh · Lighter: 188 g vs 227 g (39 g less)

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 16 Pro Max or Oppo A18?

The iPhone 16 Pro Max is the better pick for most people thanks to its faster charging (27W vs 10W) and bigger screen (6.9" vs 6.56"). The Oppo A18 is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (5,000 mAh vs 4,685 mAh). BeastScore: iPhone 16 Pro Max 80.0/100, Oppo A18 79.3/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 16 Pro Max and Oppo A18?

iPhone 16 Pro Max has a 6.9-inch display and 4685 mAh battery. Oppo A18 has a 6.56-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

How do iPhone 16 Pro Max and Oppo A18 compare for speed?

iPhone 16 Pro Max scores 80/100 for performance; Oppo A18 scores 70/100.

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