Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold

Compare Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold side by side: Apple A18 Pro vs Google Tensor G6, 48MP vs 48MP camera, 4685mAh vs 4806mAh battery…

Apple

Pixel 11 Pro Fold

$1,899

6categories won

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

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold 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 Pro Fold. Choose the Pixel 11 Pro Fold if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iPhone 16 Pro Max if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryPixel 11 Pro Fold

Pixel 11 Pro Fold takes battery honors offering 4,806 mAh alongside 30W charging.

🎮 GamingPixel 11 Pro Fold

Pixel 11 Pro Fold provides greater sustained gaming output with its Google Tensor G6 and 16GB RAM.

📸 CameraiPhone 16 Pro Max

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

🏷️ ValueiPhone 16 Pro Max

iPhone 16 Pro Max provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $1199 vs $1899.

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 Pro Fold: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 11 Pro Fold
Screen size	6.9"	8"
Resolution	1320 x 2868	2076 x 2152Winner
Pixel density	460 ppiWinner	372 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	2000 nits	3600 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 11 Pro Fold
Chipset	Apple A18 Pro	Google Tensor G6
Process node	3 nm	3 nm
AnTuTu score	1,810,000	—
Geekbench multi	8580	—
Maximum RAM	8 GB	16 GBWinner
Maximum storage	1TB	1TB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 11 Pro Fold
Main sensor	48 MP	48 MP
Rear cameras	3	3
Optical zoom	5x	5x
Ultrawide	48 MPWinner	10.5 MP
Selfie camera	12 MPWinner	10 MP
Max video	4K at 120fps Dolby Vision	4K at 60fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 11 Pro Fold
Capacity	4,685 mAh	4,806 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 Pro Fold
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 11 Pro Fold
Weight	227 gWinner	239 g
Thickness	8.25 mm	5 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP68	IP68
Build	Grade 5 Titanium frame, textured matte glass back	Glass-ceramic cover glass, Ultra Thin Glass inner, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 back, aluminum frame

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 11 Pro Fold
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 Pro Fold
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 11 Pro Fold
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)	Wi-Fi 6E
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$1,199Winner	$1,899