Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs vivo iQOO Z11

Compare Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs vivo iQOO Z11 side by side: Apple A18 Pro vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, 48MP vs 50MP camera, 4685mAh vs 9020mAh battery…

Apple

iQOO Z11

$450

9categories won

2 categories tied · 19 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max claims the overall win over the vivo iQOO Z11, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the iQOO Z11 takes the lead, while the iPhone 16 Pro Max is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the iPhone 16 Pro Max if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iQOO Z11 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryiQOO Z11

iQOO Z11 takes battery honors offering 9,020 mAh alongside 90W charging.

🎮 GamingiPhone 16 Pro Max

iPhone 16 Pro Max leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Apple A18 Pro and 8GB RAM.

📸 CameraiPhone 16 Pro Max

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

🏷️ ValueiQOO Z11

iQOO Z11 wins on budget and value at $450 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 iQOO Z11: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, vivo iQOO Z11
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	iQOO Z11
Screen size	6.9"	6.83"
Resolution	1320 x 2868Winner	1260 x 2800
Pixel density	460 ppi	450 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	144 HzWinner
Peak brightness	2000 nits	5000 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, vivo iQOO Z11
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	iQOO Z11
Chipset	Apple A18 Pro	Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4
Process node	3 nmWinner	4 nm
AnTuTu score	1,810,000	—
Geekbench multi	8580Winner	3091
Maximum RAM	8 GB	12 GBWinner
Maximum storage	1TBWinner	256GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, vivo iQOO Z11
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	iQOO Z11
Main sensor	48 MP	50 MPWinner
Rear cameras	3Winner	2
Optical zoom	5x	—
Ultrawide	48 MPWinner	8 MP
Selfie camera	12 MP	32 MPWinner
Max video	4K at 120fps Dolby Vision	4K@30fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, vivo iQOO Z11
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	iQOO Z11
Capacity	4,685 mAh	9,020 mAhWinner
Wired charging	30 W	90 WWinner
Wireless charging	25 W	No

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, vivo iQOO Z11
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	iQOO Z11
Weight	227 g	213 gWinner
Thickness	8.25 mm	8.3 mm
Water resistance	IP68	IP68/IP69
Build	Grade 5 Titanium frame, textured matte glass back	Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, vivo iQOO Z11
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	iQOO Z11
Operating system	iOS 18	Android 16
OS updates	6 yearsWinner	3 years
Security updates	7 yearsWinner	5 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, vivo iQOO Z11
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	iQOO Z11
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$1,199	$450Winner