Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 11

Compare Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 11 side by side: Apple A14 Bionic vs Google Tensor G6, 12MP vs 48MP camera, 3687mAh vs 4985mAh battery, $1099…

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Pixel 11

$899

14categories won

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

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Google Pixel 11 takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Google Pixel 11 proves superior overall against the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Pixel 11 leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Pixel 11. Choose the Pixel 11 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iPhone 12 Pro Max if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryPixel 11

Pixel 11 takes battery honors offering 4,985 mAh alongside 30W charging.

🎮 GamingPixel 11

Pixel 11 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Google Tensor G6 and 12GB RAM.

📸 CameraPixel 11

Pixel 11 takes photography with 48MP optics and 5x optical telephoto capabilities.

🏷️ ValuePixel 11

Pixel 11 wins on budget and value at $899 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 Pixel 11: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max, Google Pixel 11
Specification	iPhone 12 Pro Max	Pixel 11
Screen size	6.7"	6.3"
Resolution	1284 x 2778Winner	1080 x 2424
Pixel density	457 ppiWinner	422 ppi
Refresh rate	60 Hz	120 HzWinner
Peak brightness	1200 nits	3000 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max, Google Pixel 11
Specification	iPhone 12 Pro Max	Pixel 11
Chipset	Apple A14 Bionic	Google Tensor G6
Process node	5 nm	3 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	—	1,856,183
Geekbench multi	—	6275
Maximum RAM	6 GB	12 GBWinner
Maximum storage	512GB	512GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max, Google Pixel 11
Specification	iPhone 12 Pro Max	Pixel 11
Main sensor	12 MP	48 MPWinner
Rear cameras	3	3
Optical zoom	2.5x	5xWinner
Ultrawide	12 MP	13 MPWinner
Selfie camera	12 MPWinner	10.5 MP
Max video	4K at 60fps Dolby Vision	4K@60fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max, Google Pixel 11
Specification	iPhone 12 Pro Max	Pixel 11
Capacity	3,687 mAh	4,985 mAhWinner
Wired charging	20 W	30 WWinner
Wireless charging	15 W	25 WWinner

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max, Google Pixel 11
Specification	iPhone 12 Pro Max	Pixel 11
Weight	228 g	197 gWinner
Thickness	7.4 mmWinner	8.6 mm
Water resistance	IP68	IP68
Build	Ceramic Shield front, textured matte glass back, stainless steel design	Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max, Google Pixel 11
Specification	iPhone 12 Pro Max	Pixel 11
Operating system	iOS 14.1, upgradable to iOS 18	Android 17
OS updates	6 years	7 yearsWinner
Security updates	6 years	7 yearsWinner

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max, Google Pixel 11
Specification	iPhone 12 Pro Max	Pixel 11
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	—	Wi-Fi 7
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$1,099	$899Winner