Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 12 Pro

Compare Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 12 Pro side by side: Apple A14 Bionic vs Google Tensor G7 (TSMC 2nm Second Gen), 12MP vs 50MP camera, 3687mAh…

Apple

Pixel 12 Pro

$1,099

17categories won

4 categories tied · 22 scored in total · add a third phone

Information Gain

Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Google Pixel 12 Pro takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Google Pixel 12 Pro proves superior overall against the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Pixel 12 Pro leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Pixel 12 Pro. Choose the Pixel 12 Pro 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 12 Pro

Pixel 12 Pro takes battery honors offering 5,100 mAh alongside 65W charging.

🎮 GamingPixel 12 Pro

Pixel 12 Pro provides greater sustained gaming output with its Google Tensor G7 (TSMC 2nm Second Gen) and 24GB RAM.

📸 CameraPixel 12 Pro

Pixel 12 Pro takes photography with 50MP optics and 5x optical telephoto capabilities.

🏷️ ValueTie

Both handsets sit in the exact same pricing bracket around $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 12 Pro: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max, Google Pixel 12 Pro
Specification	iPhone 12 Pro Max	Pixel 12 Pro
Screen size	6.7"	6.4"
Resolution	1284 x 2778	1280 x 2856Winner
Pixel density	457 ppi	489 ppiWinner
Refresh rate	60 Hz	120 HzWinner
Peak brightness	1200 nits	3500 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max, Google Pixel 12 Pro
Specification	iPhone 12 Pro Max	Pixel 12 Pro
Chipset	Apple A14 Bionic	Google Tensor G7 (TSMC 2nm Second Gen)
Process node	5 nm	2 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	3,200,000	3,200,000
Geekbench multi	10800	10800
Maximum RAM	6 GB	24 GBWinner
Maximum storage	512GB	1TBWinner

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max, Google Pixel 12 Pro
Specification	iPhone 12 Pro Max	Pixel 12 Pro
Main sensor	12 MP	50 MPWinner
Rear cameras	3	3
Optical zoom	2.5x	5xWinner
Ultrawide	12 MP	50 MPWinner
Selfie camera	12 MP	50 MPWinner
Max video	4K at 60fps Dolby Vision	8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max, Google Pixel 12 Pro
Specification	iPhone 12 Pro Max	Pixel 12 Pro
Capacity	3,687 mAh	5,100 mAhWinner
Wired charging	20 W	65 WWinner
Wireless charging	15 W	25 WWinner

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max, Google Pixel 12 Pro
Specification	iPhone 12 Pro Max	Pixel 12 Pro
Weight	228 g	199 gWinner
Thickness	7.4 mmWinner	8.2 mm
Water resistance	IP68	IP68
Build	Ceramic Shield front, textured matte glass back, stainless steel design	Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back

Software and support

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