iPhone 18 Pro Max
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iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB
- Display: 6.9-inch Super Retina XDR OLED, 1290 x 2796 pixels, 120Hz ProMotion
- Processor: Apple A20 Pro (2 nm)
- RAM: 12GB
- Storage: 256GB
- Rear Camera: 48MP wide + 48MP ultra-wide + 48MP 8x tetraprism telephoto
- Front Camera: 18MP TrueDepth
- Battery: 5391 mAh – Nano SIM model, 5567 mAh – eSIM only model
- Operating System: iOS 27
- Build: Aluminum unibody frame, IP68 dust and water resistant
- Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, USB-C 3.2, NFC
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iPhone 18 Pro Max Highlights
- 5,567 mAh battery
- 6.9-inch OLED display at 120Hz
- 48MP main camera with optical image stabilisation
- 256GB storage, with 12GB RAM
- IP68 dust and water resistance
- A20 Pro processor
Get the highlights.
48MP Fusion Main camera with variable aperture. Improved low-light photos and video. Impressive depth of field.
Longer days. More playback. Up to 45 hours of video.
Black. Silver. Glacier. Burgundy. Two sizes in aluminum.
A20 Pro. Vapor cooling. Dual 16-core Neural Engine.
Meet Siri AI. Your AI assistant. More personal. More powerful.
Design
Explore every detail.
Black, Silver, Glacier and Burgundy.
6.3-inch Pro or 6.9-inch Pro Max. ProMotion up to 120Hz.
A variable aperture changes how light enters the 48MP camera.
Keep up to three Live Activities in view.
Aluminum unibody. Ceramic Shield back. Ceramic Shield 2 front.
Capture a moment and change camera settings with a touch.
Set a shortcut for the feature you use most.
Pro camera system
A new way to shape light.
Three 48MP rear cameras cover wide scenes, close detail and distant subjects. The Main camera offers four aperture settings to balance light and depth.
- 48MP
- Main · 24 / 48mm · ƒ/1.48 to ƒ/4.0
- 48MP
- Ultra Wide · 13mm · ƒ/2.2
- 48MP
- Telephoto · 100 / 200mm · ƒ/2.8
Choose your depth.
Choose more light for dim scenes or greater depth for details farther into the frame.
Maximum light. For indoor scenes and faster Night mode capture.
Balanced exposure. A flexible everyday setting.
More depth. Bring more of the scene into focus.
Maximum depth. Keep foreground and background detail clearer.
Make the shot your own.
Pro controls.
Keep aperture, shutter speed and white balance close at hand, with a histogram for checking exposure.
Photographic Styles 3.
Tune tone, colour, texture and grain. Adjust the look again later.
Intelligent editing.
Use Spatial Reframing, Extend and Clean Up to revise your composition. Usage limits apply.
Focus tracking.
Follow a moving subject with automatic focus tracking.
8x optical-quality zoom.
Bring distant detail closer with the 200mm optical-quality view.
Ultra Wide.
Choose the 13mm view for landscapes or move in for macro detail.
Center Stage.
Fit a group into selfies and change framing without turning the phone.
Reference image.
Signed capture data helps verify an original camera image.
Pro video
Create beyond the frame.
Add Cinematic effects after recording. Capture 4K Dolby Vision at up to 120 fps and shape the soundtrack with Audio Mix.
More ways to tell your story.
Low-light video.
Variable aperture and adaptive frame rates help brighten footage in dim scenes.
4K time-lapse.
Capture changing scenes in 4K with Dolby Vision HDR.
Audio Mix.
Separate voices and music from distracting background sound.
Pro video tools.
ProRes RAW, Apple Log 2 and genlock support professional workflows.
Dual Capture.
Record the front and rear cameras simultaneously.
Battery
Keep your day moving.
Up to 45 hours of video playback or 30 hours of typical use on iPhone 18 Pro Max.
Ready for more.
Wired fast charging requires a compatible 60W-capable AVS adapter and USB-C cable. Actual battery life and charging time vary with use.
- 50%
- Up to charge in around 15 minutes
- 45 hours
- Up to video playback
A20 Pro
Built for what comes next.
A20 Pro combines a 6-core CPU, 7-core GPU and Dual 16-core Neural Engine. Vapor cooling supports demanding graphics and on-device AI.
Cool under pressure.
The larger vapor chamber distributes heat across more surface area for sustained workloads.
- 40%
- Up to more sustained performance than iPhone 17 Pro
- 3×
- Vapor chamber surface area compared with iPhone 17 Pro
iOS and Apple Intelligence
Your everyday. Reimagined.
AI assistance, photo editing and connected apps meet on iPhone. Features vary by language and region.
Meet Siri AI. Your AI assistant.
More personal. More powerful.
Siri AI is rolling out in English. Usage limits may apply.
Just ask Siri AI.
Powered by Apple Intelligence, Siri AI is your conversational AI assistant with entirely new capabilities on iPhone. Ask open-ended questions, brainstorm ideas for work or creative projects on the go, and engage in natural, back-and-forth conversations.
Personal context.
Siri AI can find relevant answers to what you’re looking for just by asking. Search for a photo from years ago, easily locate an email buried in your inbox, or pull up a note you saved on your iPhone.
App actions.
Siri AI can take actions in apps like Messages, Music, Reminders, and more based on what you’re doing in the moment. Quickly edit a message you just sent or add a song you hear in the car to your workout playlist.
World knowledge.
Ask about virtually any topic that’s on your mind, from important facts to recipes and travel recommendations. Siri AI can reference information online to give you detailed, up-to-date insights.
Siri app.
A dedicated app brings together all your conversations in one place, so you can ask a question on your iPhone and pick up where you left off on your iPad. You can also pin conversations for easy access or start a new one.
Siri mode in Camera.
Ask about objects in the camera view with Visual Intelligence.
Customize Siri.
Adjust the voice, pace and expression to suit you.
Write with Siri.
Ask for a draft or feedback, then refine the result.
iOS and Apple Intelligence.
Helpful in all the right places.
Call Context.
Call Context can proactively surface relevant information from across your apps when you’re calling a business — like a confirmation code from Mail when you call an airline.
Child safety features.
New and expanded child safety features help make it easier for parents and guardians to keep kids safe online.
Clean Up.
Remove even larger objects with higher-quality infill, and blend your background seamlessly so your photos look their best. Usage limits may apply.
Image Playground.
Create unique, high-quality images in just about any style, including photorealistic. Modify and transform your images with just a description or using touch for endless possibilities. Usage limits may apply.
Suggestions.
Suggested actions connect conversations to reminders, photos and calendar events. English support; some Messages features arrive in a later update.
Safari tabs.
Group related tabs and monitor pages for changes.
Shortcuts.
Describe a routine to build an automation across apps. Usage limits apply.
Connectivity.
Peace of mind in your pocket.
eSIM.
A built-in eSIM provides seamless connectivity, flexibility, convenience, and better security without the need for a physical SIM card — perfect for traveling. Requires a supporting carrier.
Messages via satellite.
Send and receive messages when you’re off the grid, right from the Messages app. Supported regions and carriers only.
Roadside Assistance via satellite.
Get help for things like a flat tire or dead car battery. iPhone will connect you with a roadside assistance provider, who can send help to your exact location. Regional availability and provider fees apply.
Emergency SOS via satellite.
In supported regions, contact emergency services when cellular and Wi-Fi connections are unavailable.
Crash Detection.
Sensors can detect a serious collision and request help.
Find My.
Share your location with people you choose.
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| Specification | iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB | iPhone 18 Pro 512GB | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra 256GB | Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold 256GB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Apple | Apple | Samsung | |
| Model | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Apple iPhone 18 Pro | Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | Pixel 11 Pro Fold |
| Announced | 2026, September 09 | 2026, September 09 | 2026, July 22 | 2026, August 12 |
| Device type / form family | Smartphone | Smartphone | Not specified | Not specified |
| Release status | Available. Released 2026, September 18 | Available. Released 2026, September 18 | Available. Released 2026, July 22 | Available. Released 2026, August 20 |
| Model numbers | A3717, A3473, A3716, A3718 | A3714, A3472, A3713, A3715 | SM-F976B, SM-F976B/DS, SM-F976U, SM-F976U1 | GZDQ6 |
| Performance benchmarks | AnTuTu: 3463072 (v11); GeekBench: 12794 (v6), 11558 (v7); 3DMark: 7931 (Wild Life Extreme) | AnTuTu: 3402829 (v11); GeekBench: 12641 (v6), 11411 (v7); 3DMark: 7942 (Wild Life Extreme) | Not specified | Not specified |
| Measured display brightness | 969 nits max brightness (measured) | 971 nits max brightness (measured) | Not specified | Not specified |
| Measured loudspeaker loudness | -25.0 LUFS (Very good) | -26.5 LUFS (Good) | Not specified | Not specified |
| Battery test | Active use score 19:20h | Active use score 16:44h | Not specified | Not specified |
| EU label energy | Class A | Class A | Not specified | Not specified |
| EU label battery | 62:00h endurance, 1000 cycles | 52:00h endurance, 1000 cycles | Not specified | Not specified |
| EU label free fall | Class B (180 falls) | Class B (180 falls) | Not specified | Not specified |
| EU label repairability | Class C | Class C | Not specified | Not specified |
| SAR | Not specified | Not specified | 1.10 W/kg (head) 1.25 W/kg (body) | Not specified |
| SAR EU | Not specified | Not specified | 0.82 W/kg (head) 1.17 W/kg (body) | Not specified |
Design
| Specification | iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB | iPhone 18 Pro 512GB | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra 256GB | Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold 256GB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 163.4 x 78 x 8.8 mm (6.43 x 3.07 x 0.35 in) | 150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm (5.91 x 2.83 x 0.35 in) | Unfolded: 158.4 x 143.2 x 4.1 mm Folded: 158.4 x 72.8 x 8.9 mm | Unfolded: 155.2 x 150.4 x 5 mm Folded: 155.2 x 76 x 10.1 mm |
| Weight | 249 g (8.78 oz) | 211 g (7.44 oz) | 215 g (7.58 oz) | 239 g (8.43 oz) |
| Build materials | Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, aluminum back/ glass back (Ceramic Shield) | Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, aluminum back/ glass back (Ceramic Shield) | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus Ceramic 3) (folded), plastic front (unfolded), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame | Glass front (glass-ceramic glass) (folded), plastic front (unfolded), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame |
| Dimensions unfolded | Not specified | Not specified | Unfolded: 158.4 x 143.2 x 4.1 mm | Not specified |
| Dimensions folded | Not specified | Not specified | Folded: 158.4 x 72.8 x 8.9 mm | Not specified |
Display
| Specification | iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB | iPhone 18 Pro 512GB | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra 256GB | Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold 256GB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak); 6.9 inches, 115.6 cm2 (~90.7% screen-to-body ratio) | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak); 6.3 inches, 96.4 cm2 (~89.4% screen-to-body ratio) | Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 3000 nits (peak); 8.0 inches, 204.4 cm2 (~90.1% screen-to-body ratio) | 8.0 inches, 206.3 cm2 (~88.4% screen-to-body ratio); Foldable LTPO OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2000 nits (HBM), 3600 nits (peak) |
| Screen resolution | 1320 x 2868 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density) | 1206 x 2622 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density) | 2256 x 2504 pixels (~422 ppi density) | 2076 x 2152 pixels, 1:1 ratio (~374 ppi density) |
| Display protection | Ceramic Shield 2 | Ceramic Shield 2 | Not specified | Not specified |
| Display features | Anti-reflective coating | Anti-reflective coating | Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 3000 nits (peak) Anti-reflective coating Flex Titanium technology | Cover display: OLED, 120Hz, HDR, glass-ceramic glass 6.5 inches, 1080 x 2342 pixels 2000 nits (HBM), 3600 nits (peak) |
| Display technology | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | Not specified | Not specified |
| Display size | 6.9 inches, 115.6 cm2 (~90.7% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.3 inches, 96.4 cm2 (~89.4% screen-to-body ratio) | Not specified | Not specified |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz | Not specified | Not specified |
| Brightness | 1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak) | 1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak) | Not specified | Not specified |
| HDR formats | HDR10, Dolby Vision | HDR10, Dolby Vision | Not specified | Not specified |
| Pixel density | ~460 ppi | ~460 ppi | Not specified | Not specified |
| Aspect ratio | 19.5:9 ratio | 19.5:9 ratio | Not specified | Not specified |
| Screen-to-body ratio | ~90.7% screen-to-body ratio | ~89.4% screen-to-body ratio | Not specified | Not specified |
| Inner display | Not specified | Not specified | Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 3000 nits (peak); 8.0 inches, 204.4 cm2 (~90.1% screen-to-body ratio); 2256 x 2504 pixels (~422 ppi density) | 8.0 inches, 206.3 cm2 (~88.4% screen-to-body ratio); Foldable LTPO OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2000 nits (HBM), 3600 nits (peak) |
| Outer display | Not specified | Not specified | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 3 6.5 inches, 1080 x 2520 pixels, 422 ppi | Cover display: OLED, 120Hz, HDR, glass-ceramic glass 6.5 inches, 1080 x 2342 pixels 2000 nits (HBM), 3600 nits (peak) |
Performance
| Specification | iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB | iPhone 18 Pro 512GB | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra 256GB | Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold 256GB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro (2 nm) | Apple A20 Pro (2 nm) | Qualcomm SM8850-1-AD Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) | Google Tensor G6 (3 nm) |
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x4.93 GHz + 4x2.64 GHz) | Hexa-core (2x4.93 GHz + 4x2.64 GHz) | Octa-core (2x4.74 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix L + 6x3.62 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix M) | 7-core (1x4.1 GHz ARM C1-Ultra & 4x3.4 GHz ARM C1-Pro & 2x2.65 GHz ARM C1-Pro) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (7-core graphics) | Apple GPU (7-core graphics) | Adreno 840 (1.3GHz) | PowerVR CXTP-48-1536 |
| Process node | 2 nm | 2 nm | Not specified | Not specified |
Memory & Storage
| Specification | iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB | iPhone 18 Pro 512GB | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra 256GB | Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold 256GB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | 12GB | 16GB |
| Storage | 256GB | 512GB | 256GB | 256GB |
| Storage technology | NVMe | NVMe | UFS 4.x | UFS 4.x |
| Expandable storage | No | No | No | No |
| Memory configurations | 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 12GB RAM, 2TB 12GB RAM | 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 12GB RAM, 2TB 12GB RAM | 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM | 256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM |
Cameras
| Specification | iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB | iPhone 18 Pro 512GB | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra 256GB | Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold 256GB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rear camera | 48 MP, f/1.5-4.0, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS (gen2); 48 MP, f/2.8, 100mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF, 3D sensor‑shift OIS, 4x optical zoom; 48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF; TOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth) | 48 MP, f/1.5-4.0, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS (gen2); 48 MP, f/2.8, 100mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF, 3D sensor‑shift OIS, 4x optical zoom; 48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF; TOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth) | 200 MP, f/1.7, 23mm (wide), 1/1.3", 0.6µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 10 MP, f/2.4, 69mm (telephoto), 1/3.94", 1.0µm, PDAF (17cm - ∞), OIS, 3x optical zoom 50 MP, f/1.9, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.51", 0.7µm, multi-directional PDAF | 48 MP, f/1.7, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 10.8 MP, f/3.1, 112mm (telephoto), 1/3.2", dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom 10.5 MP, f/2.2, 127˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.4", PDAF |
| Front camera | 18 MP multi-aspect, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide), PDAF; SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) | 18 MP multi-aspect, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide), PDAF; SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) | 10 MP, f/2.2, 18mm (ultrawide), 1/3.52", 1.12µm | 10 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide), 1/3.94", PDAF Cover camera: 10 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide), 1/3.94", PDAF |
| Rear camera features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama), Cinematic from regular video | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama), Cinematic from regular video | LED flash, HDR, panorama | Multi-zone Laser AF, LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR, panorama, Best Take, Zoom Enhance |
| Rear camera video | 4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 120fps), ProRes, ProRes RAW (up to 120fps), Apple Log 2, 3D (spatial) video/audio, stereo sound rec. | 4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 120fps), ProRes, ProRes RAW (up to 120fps), Apple Log 2, 3D (spatial) video/audio, stereo sound rec. | 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, HDR10+, gyro-EIS, OIS | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@24/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, gyro-EIS, OIS |
| Front camera features | HDR, Dolby Vision HDR, 3D (spatial) audio, stereo sound rec., ProRes RAW, Apple Log 2 | HDR, Dolby Vision HDR, 3D (spatial) audio, stereo sound rec., ProRes RAW, Apple Log 2 | HDR | HDR, panorama |
| Front camera video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
| Wide camera | 48 MP, f/1.5-4.0, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS (gen2) | 48 MP, f/1.5-4.0, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS (gen2) | Not specified | Not specified |
| Periscope telephoto camera | 48 MP, f/2.8, 100mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF, 3D sensor‑shift OIS, 4x optical zoom | 48 MP, f/2.8, 100mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF, 3D sensor‑shift OIS, 4x optical zoom | Not specified | Not specified |
| Ultra-wide camera | 48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF | 48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF | Not specified | Not specified |
| Additional rear cameras | TOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth) | TOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth) | Not specified | Not specified |
| Cover camera | Not specified | Not specified | 10 MP, f/2.2, 24mm (wide), 1/3.52", 1.12µm | 10 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide), 1/3.94", PDAF |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB | iPhone 18 Pro 512GB | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra 256GB | Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold 256GB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery | Market-dependent versions:; · Li-Ion 5391 mAh - Nano SIM model; · Li-Ion 5567 mAh - eSIM only model | Market-dependent versions:; · Li-Ion 4056 mAh - Nano SIM model; · Li-Ion 4288 mAh - eSIM only model* | Si/C Li-Ion 5000 mAh | 4806 mAh |
| Charging | Wired, PD3.2, AVS, 50% in 15 min; 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China); 4.5W reverse wired | Wired, PD3.2, AVS, 50% in 15 min; 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China); 4.5W reverse wired; * eSIM only model battery capacity is officially unconfirmed | 45W wired, PD3.0, QC2.0, 67% in 30 min 20W wireless (Qi2.2) 4.5W reverse wireless | 30W wired, PPS, 50% in 30 min 25W wireless (magnetic), Qi2.2 Bypass charging |
| Battery technology | Li-Ion | Li-Ion | Not specified | Not specified |
| Wireless charging | 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) | 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) | 20W wireless (Qi2.2); 4.5W reverse wireless | Not specified |
| Reverse charging | 4.5W reverse wired | 4.5W reverse wired | 4.5W reverse wireless | Not specified |
Software
| Specification | iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB | iPhone 18 Pro 512GB | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra 256GB | Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold 256GB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating system | iOS 27 | iOS 27 | Android 17, up to 7 major OS updates, One UI 9 | Android 17, up to 7 major OS updates |
Network
| Specification | iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB | iPhone 18 Pro 512GB | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra 256GB | Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold 256GB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time; International); · eSIM + eSIM (8 or more, max 2 at a time; USA); · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time; China) | · Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time; International); · eSIM + eSIM (8 or more, max 2 at a time; USA); · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time; China) | Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time) | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53, 66, 106 - A3717; 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53, 66, 71 - A3473; 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53, 66, 71, 106 - A3716; 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66, 106 - A3718 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53, 66, 106 - A3714; 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53, 66, 71, 106 - A3472; 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53, 66, 71, 106 - A3713; 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66, 106 - A3715 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International; 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71 - USA | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66, 71, 75 |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 75, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A3717; 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 71, 75, 77, 78, 79, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - A3473; 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 71, 75, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A3716; 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 75, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A3718 | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 75, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A3714; 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 71, 75, 77, 78, 79, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - A3472; 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 71, 75, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A3713; 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 75, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A3715 | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International; 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 38, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78, 257, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - USA | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 75, 77, 78, 79, 257, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave |
| Network speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
| Specification | iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB | iPhone 18 Pro 512GB | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra 256GB | Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold 256GB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NFC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE | 6.0, A2DP, LE | 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, hotspot | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, hotspot | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC |
| Radio | No | No | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort | USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort | USB Type-C 3.2, OTG | USB Type-C 3.2 |
| Ultra Wideband (UWB) | Ultra Wideband (UWB) support (gen2 chip) | Ultra Wideband (UWB) support (gen2 chip) | Ultra Wideband (UWB) support | Ultra Wideband (UWB) support |
| Satellite features | Emergency SOS, Messages and Find My via satellite | Emergency SOS, Messages and Find My via satellite | Not specified | Satellite SOS service |
Durability
| Specification | iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB | iPhone 18 Pro 512GB | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra 256GB | Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold 256GB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water resistance | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 6m for 30 min) | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 6m for 30 min) | IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) Advanced Armor Aluminum | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
Features
| Specification | iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB | iPhone 18 Pro 512GB | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra 256GB | Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold 256GB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer | Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Colors | Black, Silver, Glacier, Burgundy | Black, Silver, Glacier, Burgundy | Graphite, Cream, Violet Shadow | Obsidian, Olive |
| Desktop mode | Not specified | Not specified | Samsung DeX (desktop experience support) | Not specified |
| Additional features | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Ultra Wideband (UWB) support Satellite SOS service |
Audio
| Specification | iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB | iPhone 18 Pro 512GB | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra 256GB | Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold 256GB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5 mm headphone jack | No | No | No | No |
| Audio features | Not specified | Not specified | High-bitrate audio support | Not specified |
Tests
| Specification | iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB | iPhone 18 Pro 512GB | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra 256GB | Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold 256GB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | Not specified | Not specified | AnTuTu: 2160310 (v10), 2970196 (v11) GeekBench: 11124 (v6) 3DMark: 6772 (Wild Life Extreme) | Not specified |
| Display | Not specified | Not specified | 1432 nits max brightness (measured) | Not specified |
| Loudspeaker | Not specified | Not specified | -29.3 LUFS (Average) | Not specified |
| Battery | Not specified | Not specified | Active use score 13:06h | Not specified |
EU label
| Specification | iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB | iPhone 18 Pro 512GB | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra 256GB | Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold 256GB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | Not specified | Not specified | Class A | Class B |
| Battery | Not specified | Not specified | 51:10h endurance, 1200 cycles | 45:05h endurance, 1000 cycles |
| Free fall | Not specified | Not specified | Class A (210 falls) | Class A (210 falls) |
| Repairability | Not specified | Not specified | Class C | Class B |
Specs
iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB specifications
General
| Brand | Apple |
|---|---|
| Model | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max |
| Announced | 2026, September 09 |
| Device type / form family | Smartphone |
| Release status | Available. Released 2026, September 18 |
| Model numbers | A3717, A3473, A3716, A3718 |
| Performance benchmarks | AnTuTu: 3463072 (v11); GeekBench: 12794 (v6), 11558 (v7); 3DMark: 7931 (Wild Life Extreme) |
| Measured display brightness | 969 nits max brightness (measured) |
| Measured loudspeaker loudness | -25.0 LUFS (Very good) |
| Battery test | Active use score 19:20h |
| EU label energy | Class A |
| EU label battery | 62:00h endurance, 1000 cycles |
| EU label free fall | Class B (180 falls) |
| EU label repairability | Class C |
Design
| Dimensions | 163.4 x 78 x 8.8 mm (6.43 x 3.07 x 0.35 in) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 249 g (8.78 oz) |
| Build materials | Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, aluminum back/ glass back (Ceramic Shield) |
Display
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak); 6.9 inches, 115.6 cm2 (~90.7% screen-to-body ratio) |
|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 1320 x 2868 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density) |
| Display protection | Ceramic Shield 2 |
| Display features | Anti-reflective coating |
Performance
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro (2 nm) |
|---|---|
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x4.93 GHz + 4x2.64 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (7-core graphics) |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 12GB |
|---|---|
| Storage | 256GB |
| Storage technology | NVMe |
| Expandable storage | No |
Cameras
| Rear camera | 48 MP, f/1.5-4.0, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS (gen2); 48 MP, f/2.8, 100mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF, 3D sensor‑shift OIS, 4x optical zoom; 48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF; TOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth) |
|---|---|
| Front camera | 18 MP multi-aspect, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide), PDAF; SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) |
| Rear camera features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama), Cinematic from regular video |
| Rear camera video | 4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 120fps), ProRes, ProRes RAW (up to 120fps), Apple Log 2, 3D (spatial) video/audio, stereo sound rec. |
| Front camera features | HDR, Dolby Vision HDR, 3D (spatial) audio, stereo sound rec., ProRes RAW, Apple Log 2 |
| Front camera video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
Battery & Charging
| Battery | Market-dependent versions:; · Li-Ion 5391 mAh - Nano SIM model; · Li-Ion 5567 mAh - eSIM only model |
|---|---|
| Charging | Wired, PD3.2, AVS, 50% in 15 min; 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China); 4.5W reverse wired |
Software
| Operating system | iOS 27 |
|---|
Network
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
|---|---|
| SIM | · Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time; International); · eSIM + eSIM (8 or more, max 2 at a time; USA); · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time; China) |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53, 66, 106 - A3717; 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53, 66, 71 - A3473; 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53, 66, 71, 106 - A3716; 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66, 106 - A3718 |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 75, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A3717; 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 71, 75, 77, 78, 79, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - A3473; 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 71, 75, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A3716; 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 75, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A3718 |
| Network speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
| NFC | Yes |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, hotspot |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort |
| Ultra Wideband (UWB) | Ultra Wideband (UWB) support (gen2 chip) |
| Satellite features | Emergency SOS, Messages and Find My via satellite |
Durability
| Water resistance | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 6m for 30 min) |
|---|
Features
| Sensors | Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
|---|---|
| Colors | Black, Silver, Glacier, Burgundy |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
|---|---|
| 3.5 mm headphone jack | No |
Main display
| Display technology | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED |
|---|---|
| Display size | 6.9 inches, 115.6 cm2 (~90.7% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz |
| Brightness | 1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak) |
| HDR formats | HDR10, Dolby Vision |
| Pixel density | ~460 ppi |
| Aspect ratio | 19.5:9 ratio |
| Screen-to-body ratio | ~90.7% screen-to-body ratio |
Platform
| Process node | 2 nm |
|---|
Memory and storage
| Memory configurations | 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 12GB RAM, 2TB 12GB RAM |
|---|
Rear cameras
| Wide camera | 48 MP, f/1.5-4.0, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS (gen2) |
|---|---|
| Periscope telephoto camera | 48 MP, f/2.8, 100mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF, 3D sensor‑shift OIS, 4x optical zoom |
| Ultra-wide camera | 48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF |
| Additional rear cameras | TOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth) |
Battery and charging
| Battery technology | Li-Ion |
|---|---|
| Wireless charging | 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) |
| Reverse charging | 4.5W reverse wired |