Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs OnePlus 13
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1299 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 80/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13 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 3,145,582); the OnePlus 13 is noticeably lighter (213g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
OnePlus 13
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 3145582
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 9700
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 92/100)
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5567 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 213g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $1299
- Better camera (78/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the OnePlus 13, the OnePlus 13 scores 4 points higher (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (83/100 vs 67/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, OnePlus 13 — 80/100; 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 is a bit better (97/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (78/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (83/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (46/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | OnePlus 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 3145582 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 9700 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
OnePlus 13
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:42 hrs, total 31:17 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and OnePlus 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads OnePlus 13 by 12.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. OnePlus 13 was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (78/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (83/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (46/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 edges out the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the OnePlus 13?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the OnePlus 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 71/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the OnePlus 13?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 92/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the OnePlus 13?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The OnePlus 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.