Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone Fold
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Apple iPhone Fold (2026) runs on the Apple A19 Pro. Both devices score the same overall rating of 77/100. Key differences: the Apple iPhone Fold is faster in AnTuTu (2,538,751 vs 1,782,199).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Apple iPhone Fold
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max better?
- Better camera (89/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Apple iPhone Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2538751 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Single: 3970 vs 3400
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10558 vs 8400
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone Fold received the same MobileRank rating — 77/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Fold is a bit better (92/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone Fold are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Fold (89/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max | Apple iPhone Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Apple A19 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 2538751 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 3970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8400 | 10558 | |
| Display | 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED | 7.8" Foldable LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 1920x2713 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4685 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 27W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 161 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 4 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | iOS 19 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.6×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 227 g | — | |
| Launch price | $1199 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Apple iPhone Fold
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 4MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1920x2713
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 4685 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Apple iPhone Fold
- —
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Apple iPhone Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone Fold leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by 29.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Apple iPhone Fold
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Fold is a bit better (92/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone Fold are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Fold (89/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Apple iPhone Fold?
Both devices scored 77/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Apple iPhone Fold (92/100 vs 85/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone Fold?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Apple iPhone Fold — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Apple iPhone Fold?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads on camera score (89/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Apple iPhone Fold?
The Apple iPhone Fold leads on performance (92/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max over the Apple iPhone Fold?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Apple iPhone Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users.