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iPhone 17 Pro Max vs OPPO F35: Which One Should You Buy?

OPPO F35 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 84.0/100 — 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 F35

OPPO F35
84/ 100
Launch price$402
Head-to-head

OPPO F35 wins 4 of 7 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 17 Pro Max
iPhone 17 Pro Max
2 wins
OPPO F35
OPPO F35
4 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplaySecurityValue
iPhone 17 Pro MaxOPPO F35
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsiPhone 17 Pro Max
    96
    57
  • Camerafrom specsOPPO F35
    77
    83
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieOPPO F35
    76
    100
  • Batteryfrom specsOPPO F35
    61
    94
  • Displayfrom specsiPhone 17 Pro Max
    94
    79
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityTie
    100
    100
  • Valuefrom specsOPPO F35
    60
    91
Key differences
  • OPPO F35 has the bigger battery8,000 mAh vs 5,088 mAh
  • OPPO F35 charges faster80W vs 40W
  • OPPO F35 has a sharper main camera50 MP vs 48 MP
  • iPhone 17 Pro Max has the bigger screen6.9" vs 6.57"
  • OPPO F35 is lighter205 g vs 233 g
  • OPPO F35 launched cheaper$402 vs $1,199
  • OPPO F35 has a sharper selfie camera50 MP vs 18 MP
  • iPhone 17 Pro Max has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
  • iPhone 17 Pro Max has the faster chipApple A19 Pro vs MediaTek Dimensity 6360 Max
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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 F35
  • ✓28 g lighter (205 g vs 233 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$797 cheaper at launch ($402 vs $1,199)
  • ✓Bigger 8,000 mAh battery (+2,912 mAh)

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 17 Pro MaxOPPO F35
1. Display & Screen🏆 iPhone 17 Pro Max Wins Display
Screen typeLTPO Super Retina XDR OLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.9"6.57"
Resolution & Density2868x1320 (460 ppi)1080x2372
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz
Brightness3,000 nits peak1,400 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 iPhone 17 Pro Max Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A19 Pro (3nm)MediaTek Dimensity 6360 Max
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsApple GPU (6-core)Not listed
Operating SystemiOS 26Android 16
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1024GB / 2048GB128 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 OPPO F35 Wins Camera
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.78, OIS, Fusion 48MP50 MP
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/1.950 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 OPPO F35 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions163.4 x 78 x 8.75 mm159.1 x 75.8 x 8.8 mm
Weight233 g205 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68IP68/IP69K
8. Battery & Charging🏆 OPPO F35 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,088 mAh8,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging40W wired fast charging80W
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
Bluetooth6.0Not 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$402
Our verdict

OPPO F35 wins — BeastScore 84.0/100

The OPPO F35 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (8,000 mAh vs 5,088 mAh) and faster charging (80W vs 40W). The iPhone 17 Pro Max is worth a look if you prefer its bigger screen (6.9" vs 6.57").

Buy iPhone 17 Pro Max if you want

Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens) · Brighter screen: 3,000 nits vs 1,400 nits

Buy OPPO F35 if you want

Larger battery: 8,000 mAh vs 5,088 mAh · Faster wired charging: 80W vs 40W

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 17 Pro Max or OPPO F35?

The OPPO F35 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (8,000 mAh vs 5,088 mAh) and faster charging (80W vs 40W). The iPhone 17 Pro Max is worth a look if you prefer its bigger screen (6.9" vs 6.57"). BeastScore: iPhone 17 Pro Max 84.5/100, OPPO F35 84.0/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 17 Pro Max and OPPO F35?

iPhone 17 Pro Max has a 6.9-inch display and 5088 mAh battery. OPPO F35 has a 6.57-inch display and 8000 mAh battery.

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