Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $1299 and $548. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 75/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 5567); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 3,551,073); the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is noticeably lighter (225g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 10243
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 95/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 3551073
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 5567 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 225g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $548 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (38/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 5 points higher (80/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 67/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 68/100; 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 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra are nearly equal (97/100 vs 95/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a bit better (38/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 9100 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 | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max by 0.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $751. Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra was $751 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra are nearly equal (97/100 vs 95/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (71/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a bit better (38/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max edges out the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.