Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone XR

Compare Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone XR side by side: Apple A14 Bionic vs Apple A12 Bionic, 12MP vs 12MP camera, 3687mAh vs 2942mAh battery, $1099…

Apple

iPhone XR

$329

3categories won

3 categories tied · 20 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max claims the overall win over the Apple iPhone XR, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the iPhone 12 Pro Max leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the iPhone 12 Pro Max. Choose the iPhone 12 Pro Max if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iPhone XR if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryiPhone 12 Pro Max

iPhone 12 Pro Max wins on endurance with 3,687 mAh and 20W fast charging.

🎮 GamingiPhone 12 Pro Max

iPhone 12 Pro Max leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Apple A14 Bionic and 6GB RAM.

📸 CameraiPhone 12 Pro Max

iPhone 12 Pro Max wins photography with 12MP main imaging and 2.5x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValueiPhone XR

iPhone XR wins on budget and value at $329 compared to $1099.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

iPhone 12 Pro Max vs iPhone XR: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max, Apple iPhone XR
Specification	iPhone 12 Pro Max	iPhone XR
Screen size	6.7"	6.1"
Resolution	1284 x 2778Winner	828 x 1792
Pixel density	457 ppiWinner	324 ppi
Refresh rate	60 Hz	60 Hz
Peak brightness	1200 nitsWinner	625 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max, Apple iPhone XR
Specification	iPhone 12 Pro Max	iPhone XR
Chipset	Apple A14 Bionic	Apple A12 Bionic
Process node	5 nmWinner	7 nm
AnTuTu score	3,200,000Winner	650,000
Geekbench multi	10800Winner	3280
Maximum RAM	6 GBWinner	3 GB
Maximum storage	512GBWinner	256GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max, Apple iPhone XR
Specification	iPhone 12 Pro Max	iPhone XR
Main sensor	12 MP	12 MP
Rear cameras	3Winner	1
Optical zoom	2.5x	—
Ultrawide	12 MP	—
Selfie camera	12 MPWinner	7 MP
Max video	4K at 60fps Dolby Vision	4K at 60fps stereo recording

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max, Apple iPhone XR
Specification	iPhone 12 Pro Max	iPhone XR
Capacity	3,687 mAhWinner	2,942 mAh
Wired charging	20 WWinner	15 W
Wireless charging	15 WWinner	7.5 W

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max, Apple iPhone XR
Specification	iPhone 12 Pro Max	iPhone XR
Weight	228 g	194 gWinner
Thickness	7.4 mmWinner	8.3 mm
Water resistance	IP68	IP67
Build	Ceramic Shield front, textured matte glass back, stainless steel design	7000-series aerospace aluminum frame, glass back and front

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max, Apple iPhone XR
Specification	iPhone 12 Pro Max	iPhone XR
Operating system	iOS 14.1, upgradable to iOS 18	iOS 12
OS updates	6 years	6 years
Security updates	6 years	7 yearsWinner

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max, Apple iPhone XR
Specification	iPhone 12 Pro Max	iPhone XR
5G	Yes	No
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$1,099	$329Winner