Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Vivo X90 Pro
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Vivo X90 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 72/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (5567 mAh vs 4870); the main camera is 48 MP vs 3 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 1,781,240); the Vivo X90 Pro is noticeably lighter (214g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Vivo X90 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 1781240
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 1745
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 4351
- Bigger battery: 5567 vs 4870 mAh
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 3MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 70/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Vivo X90 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 60W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 214g vs 249g
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (36/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Vivo X90 Pro, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 8 points higher (80/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X90 Pro leads (77/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (97/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Vivo X90 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Vivo X90 Pro are nearly equal (71/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X90 Pro is a bit better (77/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X90 Pro is a bit better (36/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Vivo X90 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9200 | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 1781240 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 1745 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 4351 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 4870 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 136 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 3 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 (Global), Origin OS 3 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 164.1×74.5×9.3 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Vivo X90 Pro
- Main: 3MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X90 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X90 Pro
- 4870 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Vivo X90 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Vivo X90 Pro by 99.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo X90 Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (97/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Vivo X90 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Vivo X90 Pro are nearly equal (71/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X90 Pro is a bit better (77/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X90 Pro is a bit better (36/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Vivo X90 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max edges out the Vivo X90 Pro 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 X90 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Vivo X90 Pro — 72/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Vivo X90 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Vivo X90 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X90 Pro is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.