Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 11

Compare Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 11 side by side: Apple A18 Pro vs Google Tensor G6, 48MP vs 48MP camera, 4685mAh vs 4985mAh battery, $1199 vs…

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Pixel 11

$899

7categories won

8 categories tied · 22 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 16 Pro Max, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. In camera testing, the iPhone 16 Pro Max leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the Pixel 11. Choose the Pixel 11 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iPhone 16 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.

📸 CameraiPhone 16 Pro Max

iPhone 16 Pro Max wins photography with 48MP main imaging and 5x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValuePixel 11

Pixel 11 wins on budget and value at $899 compared to $1199.

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 16 Pro Max vs Pixel 11: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Google Pixel 11
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 11
Screen size	6.9"	6.3"
Resolution	1320 x 2868Winner	1080 x 2424
Pixel density	460 ppiWinner	422 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	2000 nits	3000 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Google Pixel 11
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 11
Chipset	Apple A18 Pro	Google Tensor G6
Process node	3 nm	3 nm
AnTuTu score	1,810,000	1,856,183Winner
Geekbench multi	8580Winner	6275
Maximum RAM	8 GB	12 GBWinner
Maximum storage	1TBWinner	512GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Google Pixel 11
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 11
Main sensor	48 MP	48 MP
Rear cameras	3	3
Optical zoom	5x	5x
Ultrawide	48 MPWinner	13 MP
Selfie camera	12 MPWinner	10.5 MP
Max video	4K at 120fps Dolby Vision	4K@60fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Google Pixel 11
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 11
Capacity	4,685 mAh	4,985 mAhWinner
Wired charging	30 W	30 W
Wireless charging	25 W	25 W

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Google Pixel 11
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 11
Weight	227 g	197 gWinner
Thickness	8.25 mmWinner	8.6 mm
Water resistance	IP68	IP68
Build	Grade 5 Titanium frame, textured matte glass back	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 16 Pro Max, Google Pixel 11
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 11
Operating system	iOS 18	Android 17
OS updates	6 years	7 yearsWinner
Security updates	7 years	7 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Google Pixel 11
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 11
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)	Wi-Fi 7
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$1,199	$899Winner