Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 12

Compare Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 12 side by side: Apple A18 Pro vs Google Tensor G7 (TSMC 2nm Second Gen), 48MP vs 50MP camera, 4685mAh vs…

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Pixel 12

$849

14categories won

3 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Google Pixel 12 takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Google Pixel 12 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 12. Choose the Pixel 12 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 12

Pixel 12 takes battery honors offering 4,900 mAh alongside 45W charging.

🎮 GamingPixel 12

Pixel 12 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Google Tensor G7 (TSMC 2nm Second Gen) and 16GB RAM.

📸 CameraiPhone 16 Pro Max

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

🏷️ ValuePixel 12

Pixel 12 wins on budget and value at $849 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 12: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Google Pixel 12
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 12
Screen size	6.9"	6.36"
Resolution	1320 x 2868Winner	1080 x 2400
Pixel density	460 ppiWinner	414 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 12
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 12
Chipset	Apple A18 Pro	Google Tensor G7 (TSMC 2nm Second Gen)
Process node	3 nm	2 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	1,810,000	3,200,000Winner
Geekbench multi	8580	10800Winner
Maximum RAM	8 GB	16 GBWinner
Maximum storage	1TBWinner	512GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Google Pixel 12
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 12
Main sensor	48 MP	50 MPWinner
Rear cameras	3Winner	2
Optical zoom	5x	—
Ultrawide	48 MP	50 MPWinner
Selfie camera	12 MP	16 MPWinner
Max video	4K at 120fps Dolby Vision	8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Google Pixel 12
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 12
Capacity	4,685 mAh	4,900 mAhWinner
Wired charging	30 W	45 WWinner
Wireless charging	25 W	25 W

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Google Pixel 12
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 12
Weight	227 g	178 gWinner
Thickness	8.25 mm	7.8 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP68	IP68
Build	Grade 5 Titanium frame, textured matte glass back	Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Google Pixel 12
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 12
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 12
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 12
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$1,199	$849Winner