Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs OnePlus Ace 5 Pro
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1299 and $465. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 70/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro has the bigger battery (6100 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 3,105,769); the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro is noticeably lighter (203g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
OnePlus Ace 5 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 3105769
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 9287
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
What makes OnePlus Ace 5 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6100 vs 5567 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 203g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $465 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 10 points higher (80/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, OnePlus Ace 5 Pro — 64/100; 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, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (68/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (56/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | OnePlus Ace 5 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 3105769 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 6100 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 161.7×75.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $465 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
OnePlus Ace 5 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Ace 5 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
OnePlus Ace 5 Pro
- 6100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and OnePlus Ace 5 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads OnePlus Ace 5 Pro by 14.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $834. OnePlus Ace 5 Pro was $834 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, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro (71/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (68/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (56/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is noticeably better than the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro?
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 Ace 5 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The OnePlus Ace 5 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.