Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 18 Pro
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro; launch prices were $1199 and $1199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 77/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the bigger battery (4685 mAh vs 4288); the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,434,654 vs 1,782,199); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro has the stronger camera (172 vs 161); the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is noticeably lighter (211g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 4685 vs 4288 mAh
- Overall rating 77/100
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3434654 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Single: 4733 vs 3400
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12836 vs 8400
- Faster charging: 60W vs 27W
- Lighter: 211g vs 227g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 85/100)
- Better camera (97/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (44/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs the Apple iPhone 18 Pro, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro scores 7 points higher (84/100 vs 77/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads (97/100 vs 85/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max — 64/100, Apple iPhone 18 Pro — 78/100; 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 18 Pro is a bit better (97/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a bit better (97/100 vs 89/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 47/100. In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max are nearly equal (44/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max | Apple iPhone 18 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Apple A20 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 3434654 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 4733 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8400 | 12836 | |
| Display | 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 1206x2622 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4685 mAh | 4288 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 161 | 172 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 18 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | iOS 27 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.6×8.3 mm | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $1199 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1206x2622
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 4685 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 4288 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 18 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by 48.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a bit better (97/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a bit better (97/100 vs 89/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 47/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max are nearly equal (44/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Apple iPhone 18 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro edges out the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Apple iPhone 18 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads on camera score (97/100 vs 89/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Apple iPhone 18 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads on performance (97/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max over the Apple iPhone 18 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.