Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs OnePlus 13T
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the OnePlus 13T (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1299 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 74/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13T has the bigger battery (6260 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 3,173,674); the OnePlus 13T is noticeably lighter (185g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
OnePlus 13T
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 3173674
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 9287
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (67/100 vs 65/100)
What makes OnePlus 13T better?
- Bigger battery: 6260 vs 5567 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 185g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $1299
- Better portability (66/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the OnePlus 13T, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 6 points higher (80/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, OnePlus 13T — 62/100; 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 91/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus 13T (71/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the OnePlus 13T are nearly equal (67/100 vs 65/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (66/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | OnePlus 13T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 3173674 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 6260 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 15, OxygenOS 15 (International), ColorOS 15 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 150.8×71.7×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
OnePlus 13T
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 13T
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
OnePlus 13T
- 6260 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and OnePlus 13T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads OnePlus 13T by 11.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $649. OnePlus 13T was $649 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus 13T (71/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the OnePlus 13T are nearly equal (67/100 vs 65/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (66/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the OnePlus 13T?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max edges out the OnePlus 13T by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the OnePlus 13T?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the OnePlus 13T — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the OnePlus 13T?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the OnePlus 13T?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the OnePlus 13T?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The OnePlus 13T is a better fit for gamers and power users.