iPhone 16 Pro Max vs X60: 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
Honor · 2023

X60

X60
80/ 100
Launch price$299
Head-to-head

iPhone 16 Pro Max wins 4 of 7 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 16 Pro Max
iPhone 16 Pro Max
4 wins
X60
X60
3 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivityValue
iPhone 16 Pro MaxX60
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeediPhone 16 Pro Max
    80
    72
  • CameraX60
    85
    90
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieiPhone 16 Pro Max
    60
    40
  • BatteryX60
    78
    92
  • DisplayiPhone 16 Pro Max
    88
    62
  • ConnectivityiPhone 16 Pro Max
    100
    0
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueX60
    55
    90
Key differences
  • X60 has the bigger battery5,800 mAh vs 4,685 mAh
  • X60 has a sharper main camera108 MP vs 48 MP
  • iPhone 16 Pro Max has the bigger screen6.9" vs 6.78"
  • X60 is lighter185 g vs 227 g
  • X60 launched cheaper$299 vs $1,199
  • iPhone 16 Pro Max has a sharper selfie camera12 MP vs 8 MP
  • iPhone 16 Pro Max has more RAM8 GB vs 6 GB
  • iPhone 16 Pro Max has the faster chipApple A18 Pro vs Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
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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 X60
  • ✓42 g lighter (185 g vs 227 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$900 cheaper at launch ($299 vs $1,199)
  • ✓Bigger 5,800 mAh battery (+1,115 mAh)

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 16 Pro MaxX60
1. Display & Screen🏆 iPhone 16 Pro Max Wins Display
Screen typeLTPO Super Retina XDR OLEDNot listed
Screen Size6.9"6.78"
Resolution & Density2868x1320 (460 ppi)N/A
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotionNot listed
Brightness2,000 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 iPhone 16 Pro Max Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A18 Pro (3nm)Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsApple GPU (6-core)Adreno 710
Operating SystemiOS 18Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR6 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1024GBN/A
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 X60 Wins Camera
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.78, OIS, Sony IMX903108 MP
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/1.98 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 X60 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions163 x 77.6 x 8.25 mmN/A
Weight227 g185 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68Not listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 X60 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,685 mAh5,800 mAh
Wired Fast Charging27W wired fast chargingN/A
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
Bluetooth5.3Not listed
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.0Not listed
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$1,199$299
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 bigger screen (6.9" vs 6.78") and sharper selfie camera (12 MP vs 8 MP). The X60 is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (5,800 mAh vs 4,685 mAh).

Buy iPhone 16 Pro Max if you want

Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens) · More RAM: 8 GB vs 6 GB

Buy X60 if you want

Larger battery: 5,800 mAh vs 4,685 mAh · Higher-resolution main camera: 108 MP vs 48 MP

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 16 Pro Max or X60?

The iPhone 16 Pro Max is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger screen (6.9" vs 6.78") and sharper selfie camera (12 MP vs 8 MP). The X60 is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (5,800 mAh vs 4,685 mAh). BeastScore: iPhone 16 Pro Max 80.0/100, X60 80.3/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 16 Pro Max and X60?

iPhone 16 Pro Max has a 6.9-inch display and 4685 mAh battery. X60 has a 6.78-inch display and 5800 mAh battery.

How do iPhone 16 Pro Max and X60 compare for speed?

iPhone 16 Pro Max scores 80/100 for performance; X60 scores 72/100.

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