Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Vivo X Fold6
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1299 and $1900. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 80/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 5567); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 3,455,738); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 8.8mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Vivo X Fold6
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 3455738
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 10243
- Cheaper at launch: $1299 vs $1900
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 95/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 5567 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Better camera (87/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Vivo X Fold6, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 8 points higher (88/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (87/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (82/100 vs 67/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, Vivo X Fold6 — 84/100; 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 X Fold6 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 95/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (87/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (82/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (100/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Vivo X Fold6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 3455738 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 6900 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 5500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | — | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $1900 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Vivo X Fold6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Vivo X Fold6 by 2.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $601. Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max was $601 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 95/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (87/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (82/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (100/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 edges out the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Vivo X Fold6?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Vivo X Fold6 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Vivo X Fold6?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.