Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone SE 2022
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (2022) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic; launch prices were $1299 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 52/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (5567 mAh vs 2018); the main camera is 48 MP vs 12 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 1,413,275); the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is noticeably lighter (144g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple iPhone SE 2022
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 1413275
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 2315
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 5753
- Bigger battery: 5567 vs 2018 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 7W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (67/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Apple iPhone SE 2022 better?
- Lighter: 144g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $1299
- Better portability (91/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Apple iPhone SE 2022, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 28 points higher (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (67/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, Apple iPhone SE 2022 — 30/100; 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 Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (85/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (71/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (67/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (91/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Apple iPhone SE 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Apple A15 Bionic | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 1413275 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 2315 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 5753 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 4.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 750x1334 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 2018 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 20W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 7W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 100 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 7 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | iOS 15.4, upgradable to iOS 15.4.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 625 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 138.4×67.3×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 144 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 7MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 4.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 750x1334
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 2018 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Apple iPhone SE 2022, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone SE 2022 by 151.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $870. Apple iPhone SE 2022 was $870 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (97/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (85/100 vs 37/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (71/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (67/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (91/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Apple iPhone SE 2022?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 by 28 points (80/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone SE 2022?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 — 52/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Apple iPhone SE 2022?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Apple iPhone SE 2022?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Apple iPhone SE 2022?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a better fit for active users.