Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Realme GT7 (China)
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Realme GT7 (China) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 71/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 (China) has the bigger battery (7200 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 2,835,794); the Realme GT7 (China) is noticeably lighter (203g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Realme GT7 (China)
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 2835794
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 2729
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 8430
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Realme GT7 (China) better?
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 5567 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 203g vs 249g
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Realme GT7 (China), the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 9 points higher (80/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 (China) is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) is a bit better (72/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 (China) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (54/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Realme GT7 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 2835794 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 8430 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 1280x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 7200 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, Realme UI 6.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 162.4×76.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Realme GT7 (China)
- 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
Realme GT7 (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Realme GT7 (China)
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Realme GT7 (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Realme GT7 (China) by 25.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme GT7 (China)
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 (China) is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (71/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) is a bit better (72/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 (China) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (54/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Realme GT7 (China)?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max edges out the Realme GT7 (China) by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Realme GT7 (China)?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Realme GT7 (China) — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Realme GT7 (China)?
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 Realme GT7 (China)?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Realme GT7 (China)?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Realme GT7 (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users.