Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 12 Pro

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

Apple

Pixel 12 Pro

$1,099

14categories won

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

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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 16 Pro Max, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. In camera testing, the two devices offer similar flexibility, 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 16 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.

📸 CameraTie

Both camera setups are closely matched for daily street photography and low-light shooting.

🏷️ ValuePixel 12 Pro

Pixel 12 Pro wins on budget and value at $1099 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 Pro: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Google Pixel 12 Pro
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 12 Pro
Screen size	6.9"	6.4"
Resolution	1320 x 2868Winner	1280 x 2856
Pixel density	460 ppi	489 ppiWinner
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	2000 nits	3500 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Google Pixel 12 Pro
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 12 Pro
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	24 GBWinner
Maximum storage	1TB	1TB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Google Pixel 12 Pro
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 12 Pro
Main sensor	48 MP	50 MPWinner
Rear cameras	3	3
Optical zoom	5x	5x
Ultrawide	48 MP	50 MPWinner
Selfie camera	12 MP	50 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 Pro
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 12 Pro
Capacity	4,685 mAh	5,100 mAhWinner
Wired charging	30 W	65 WWinner
Wireless charging	25 W	25 W

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Google Pixel 12 Pro
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 12 Pro
Weight	227 g	199 gWinner
Thickness	8.25 mm	8.2 mm
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 Pro
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 12 Pro
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 Pro
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Pixel 12 Pro
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	$1,099Winner