Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Oppo Reno9 Pro
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Oppo Reno9 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Max. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 56/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (5567 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 1,092,605); the Oppo Reno9 Pro is noticeably lighter (174g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Oppo Reno9 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 1092605
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 1139
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 3842
- Bigger battery: 5567 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (67/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Oppo Reno9 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 67W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 174g vs 249g
- Better portability (83/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Oppo Reno9 Pro, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 24 points higher (80/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (67/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno9 Pro (97/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno9 Pro (71/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Oppo Reno9 Pro (67/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (83/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Oppo Reno9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Max | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 1092605 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 1139 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 3842 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 1080x2412 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 13, ColorOS 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 950 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 162.3×74.2×7.2 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 174 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Oppo Reno9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Oppo Reno9 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Oppo Reno9 Pro
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Oppo Reno9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Oppo Reno9 Pro by 225.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno9 Pro (97/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno9 Pro (71/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Oppo Reno9 Pro (67/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (83/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Oppo Reno9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno9 Pro by 24 points (80/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Oppo Reno9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Oppo Reno9 Pro — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Oppo Reno9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Oppo Reno9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Oppo Reno9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Oppo Reno9 Pro is a better fit for active users.