Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Poco F7 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Poco F7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1299 and $500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F7 Ultra leads — 82/100 vs 80/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (5567 mAh vs 5300); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 2,932,885); the Poco F7 Ultra is noticeably lighter (212g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Poco F7 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 2932885
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 9287
- Bigger battery: 5567 vs 5300 mAh
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 90/100)
What makes Poco F7 Ultra better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 212g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Poco F7 Ultra, the Poco F7 Ultra scores 2 points higher (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 67/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, Poco F7 Ultra — 86/100; 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 90/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F7 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 71/100. In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (84/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F7 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (48/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Poco F7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 2932885 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 5300 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 32 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 212 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $500 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Poco F7 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco F7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Poco F7 Ultra
- 5300 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:39 hrs, total 26:17 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Poco F7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Poco F7 Ultra by 21.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $799. Poco F7 Ultra was $799 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F7 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 71/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (84/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F7 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (48/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Poco F7 Ultra?
The Poco F7 Ultra edges out the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Poco F7 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Poco F7 Ultra — 82/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Poco F7 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Poco F7 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Poco F7 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.