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Reno11 Pro vs iPhone 18 Pro Max

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Reno11 Pro
· 2024

Reno11 Pro

$699
78.3/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
78.3
Benchmark
Performance90/100
Camera84/100
Battery78/100
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple · 2026

iPhone 18 Pro Max

$1499
92.8/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
92.8
Benchmark
Performance96/100
Camera94/100
Battery94/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Reno11 Pro:
  • ✓59g lighter chassis (190g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$800 lower launch MSRP ($699 vs $1499)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy iPhone 18 Pro Max:
  • ✓Larger 5,567 mAh battery capacity (+967 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓48MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.9" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationReno11 ProiPhone 18 Pro Max
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechAMOLED / OLED displayLTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision
Screen Size6.74"6.9"
Resolution & DensityN/A 1320 x 2868 pixels (19.5:9 ratio) (460 ppi)
Refresh Rate60 Hz120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/A1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassCeramic Shield 2, Anti-reflective coating, Always-On display
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Apple A20 Pro (2 nm) (2nm)
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceHexa-core (2x High Performance + 4x Efficiency)
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsApple GPU (7-core graphics)
Operating SystemAndroid iOS 27
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB12GB LPDDR5X
Internal Storage512GB256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashNVMe fast flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP48 MP, f/1.5, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, OIS, Dual pixel PDAF, Sensor-shift OIS (gen 2)
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)48 MP (4x optical zoom), f/2.8, 100mm (periscope telephoto), OIS
Ultrawide CameraN/A48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide)
LiDAR / DepthNoneTOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth sensing & night portrait)
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps1080p@240fps10-bit HDRDolby Vision HDR (up to 120fps)ProRes RAWApple Log 2Spatial 3D video & stereo sound
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@24/25/30/60fps1080p@120fpsgyro-EISDolby Vision HDR
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens32 MP18 MP, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide multi-aspect)
7. Body & Dimensions
DimensionsN/A163.4 x 78 x 8.8 mm (6.43 x 3.07 x 0.35 in)
Weight190 g249 g (8.78 oz)
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, aluminum/glass back
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM + eSIM + dual eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedIP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 min)
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity4,600 mAh5,567 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/A45W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supported25W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersYes, with stereo speakers (Spatial Audio)
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-bandWi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band, hotspot)
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3+Bluetooth 6.0, A2DP, LE
USB Port & SpeedUSB Type-CUSB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 (up to 10Gbps), DisplayPort video out
NFCYesYes (Apple Pay Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassFace ID, LiDAR scanner, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS, Messages and Find My via satellite
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesBlack, Silver, Glacier, Burgundy
Launch Price$699$1,499 / €1,600
Editorial Lab Verdict

iPhone 18 Pro Max edges ahead with a BeastScore of 92.8/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, iPhone 18 Pro Max ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its Apple A20 Pro architecture and verified 94/100 camera rating.

When to buy Reno11 Pro:
Lighter body: 190g (59g lighter in hand) · Lower launch price: $699 (save $800)
When to buy iPhone 18 Pro Max:
Higher overall BeastScore: 92.8 vs top rival 78.3 · Larger battery capacity: 5,567 mAh (+967 mAh more)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Reno11 Pro vs iPhone 18 Pro Max

Which phone is better: Reno11 Pro or iPhone 18 Pro Max?

iPhone 18 Pro Max leads with an overall BeastScore of 92.8/100 compared to Reno11 Pro (78.3/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 92.8 vs top rival 78.3 and Larger battery capacity: 5,567 mAh (+967 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Reno11 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max?

Reno11 Pro is equipped with a 6.74-inch display and 4600 mAh battery, while iPhone 18 Pro Max features a 6.9-inch display and 5567 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Reno11 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max?

In lab hardware evaluations, Reno11 Pro scores 84/100 in camera performance, while iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 94/100.

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