Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max vs OnePlus 9 Pro
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max (2021) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the OnePlus 9 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888; launch prices were $1099 and $969. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max leads — 67/100 vs 65/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 9 Pro has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4352); the main camera is 12 MP vs 48 MP; the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (1,413,275 vs 1,185,805); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max has the stronger camera (141 vs 122); the OnePlus 9 Pro is noticeably lighter (197g vs 240g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
OnePlus 9 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1413275 vs 1185805
- Better Geekbench Single: 2315 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5753 vs 3537
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 59/100)
What makes OnePlus 9 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4352 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 197g vs 240g
- Cheaper at launch: $969 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max vs the OnePlus 9 Pro, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max scores 2 points higher (67/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max leads (75/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max leads (73/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro leads (57/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max — 44/100, OnePlus 9 Pro — 42/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is a bit better (75/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is a bit better (73/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max (57/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro is a bit better (53/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max | OnePlus 9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1413275 | 1185805 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2315 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5753 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1284x2778 | 3216x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4352 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | 122 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 15 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.8×78.1×7.7 mm | 163.2×73.6×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 240 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $969 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
OnePlus 9 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1284x2778
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 9 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3216x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
- 4352 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
OnePlus 9 Pro
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and OnePlus 9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max leads OnePlus 9 Pro by 19.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $130. OnePlus 9 Pro was $130 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is a bit better (75/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is a bit better (73/100 vs 59/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max (57/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro is a bit better (53/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or the OnePlus 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max edges out the OnePlus 9 Pro by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and the OnePlus 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the OnePlus 9 Pro — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or the OnePlus 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max leads on camera score (73/100 vs 59/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or the OnePlus 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max leads on performance (75/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max over the OnePlus 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is a better fit for active users. The OnePlus 9 Pro is a better fit for active users.