Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030S; launch prices were $1299 and $880. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 72/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5567); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 1,617,928); the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (231g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 1617928
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 1273
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 3894
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 67/100)
What makes Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5567 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 25W
- Lighter: 231g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $880 vs $1299
- Better camera (74/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (39/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 8 points higher (80/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max leads (83/100 vs 67/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max — 58/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max (97/100 vs 67/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (74/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (83/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max is a bit better (39/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | HiSilicon Kirin 9030S | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 1617928 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 1273 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 3894 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.9" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 1308x2880 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 40 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | HarmonyOS 6.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 164.0×77.1×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 231 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $880 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1308x2880
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 80W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max by 119.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $419. Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max was $419 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max (97/100 vs 67/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (74/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (83/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max is a bit better (39/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max edges out the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max — 72/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.