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iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Oppo A6: Which One Should You Buy?

iPhone 17 Pro Max edges ahead with a BeastScore of 84.5/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple · 2025

iPhone 17 Pro Max

iPhone 17 Pro Max
85/ 100
Launch price$1,199
Oppo · 2026

Oppo A6

Oppo A6
85/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

iPhone 17 Pro Max wins 4 of 6 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 17 Pro Max
iPhone 17 Pro Max
4 wins
Oppo A6
Oppo A6
2 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayConnectivityValue
iPhone 17 Pro MaxOppo A6
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeediPhone 17 Pro Max
    90
    79
  • CameraiPhone 17 Pro Max
    85
    80
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryOppo A6
    86
    95
  • DisplayiPhone 17 Pro Max
    90
    89
  • ConnectivityiPhone 17 Pro Max
    100
    65
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueOppo A6
    55
    85
Key differences
  • Oppo A6 has the bigger battery7,000 mAh vs 5,088 mAh
  • iPhone 17 Pro Max has the bigger screen6.9" vs 6.75"
  • Oppo A6 is lighter216 g vs 233 g
  • iPhone 17 Pro Max has newer Bluetooth6 vs 5.4
  • iPhone 17 Pro Max has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy iPhone 17 Pro Max
  • ✓48 MP main camera
  • ✓6.9" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Oppo A6
  • ✓17 g lighter (216 g vs 233 g), easier to hold
  • ✓Bigger 7,000 mAh battery (+1,912 mAh)
  • ✓6.75" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 17 Pro MaxOppo A6
1. Display & Screen🏆 iPhone 17 Pro Max Wins Display
Screen typeLTPO Super Retina XDR OLEDBlack & White LCD Screen (16.7 M)
Screen Size6.9"6.75"
Resolution & Density2868x1320 (460 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz
Brightness3,000 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 iPhone 17 Pro Max Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A19 Pro (3nm)Snapdragon 685
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsApple GPU (6-core)Not listed
Operating SystemiOS 26Android 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1024GB / 2048GB256 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iPhone 17 Pro Max Wins Camera
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.78, OIS, Fusion 48MPundefined MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom48 MP (8x 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 Lens18 MP, f/1.9undefined MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Oppo A6 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions163.4 x 78 x 8.75 mmN/A
Weight233 g216 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68Not listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Oppo A6 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,088 mAh7,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging40W 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 7Yes, with wifi-hotspot
Bluetooth6.0Yes, v5.4, SBC, AAC, LDAC, aptX, aptX HD
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.0Yes, USB-C v2.0
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 17 Pro Max wins — BeastScore 84.5/100

The iPhone 17 Pro Max is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger screen (6.9" vs 6.75") and newer Bluetooth (6 vs 5.4). The Oppo A6 is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (7,000 mAh vs 5,088 mAh).

Buy iPhone 17 Pro Max if you want

Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens) · More RAM: 12 GB vs 8 GB

Buy Oppo A6 if you want

Larger battery: 7,000 mAh vs 5,088 mAh · Lighter: 216 g vs 233 g (17 g less)

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 17 Pro Max or Oppo A6?

The iPhone 17 Pro Max is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger screen (6.9" vs 6.75") and newer Bluetooth (6 vs 5.4). The Oppo A6 is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (7,000 mAh vs 5,088 mAh). BeastScore: iPhone 17 Pro Max 84.5/100, Oppo A6 84.5/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 17 Pro Max and Oppo A6?

iPhone 17 Pro Max has a 6.9-inch display and 5088 mAh battery. Oppo A6 has a 6.75-inch display and 7000 mAh battery.

How do iPhone 17 Pro Max and Oppo A6 compare for speed?

iPhone 17 Pro Max scores 90/100 for performance; Oppo A6 scores 79/100.

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