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Apple
iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 6.9-inch Super Retina XDR OLED
- Apple A18 Pro · 6-core CPU
- 227 g
- From $1,199
Available colors
Selected: Natural Titanium
Physical specifications
6.9"
Display size
227 g
Weight
163.0 mm
Height
77.6 mm
Width
8.3 mm
Thickness
19:9
Aspect ratio
Release and pricing
- Announced
- September 9, 2024
- Released
- September 20, 2024
- Starting price
- $1,199
- Market
- US
- Configuration
- 128 GB
Display
- Display size
- 6.9"
- Display technology
- Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution
- 2868 × 1320
- Refresh rate
- 120 Hz
- Peak brightness
- 2000 nits
- Protection
- Ceramic Shield
Performance
- Chipset
- Apple A18 Pro
- CPU
- 6-core CPU
- GPU
- 6-core GPU
- RAM
- 8 GB
- Storage
- 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1024 GB
- Expandable storage
- No
Battery & charging
- Wired charging
- 25 W
- Wireless charging
- 15 W
- Charging standard
- MagSafe, Qi2
- Battery type
- Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion
Cameras
- Rear cameras
- Fusion · 48 MP · ƒ/1.78 · 24 mm · Second-generation sensor-shift OIS; Ultra Wide · 48 MP · ƒ/2.2 · 13 mm; Telephoto · 12 MP · ƒ/2.8 · 120 mm · 5× optical zoom · OIS
- Front cameras
- TrueDepth · 12 MP · ƒ/1.9
- Video recording
- 4K Dolby Vision up to 120 fps, ProRes up to 4K at 60 fps
Build & durability
- Frame
- Titanium
- Back
- Textured matte glass
- Front
- Ceramic Shield
- Ingress protection
- IP68
Connectivity
- Cellular
- 5G (sub-6 GHz and mmWave), Gigabit LTE
- Wi‑Fi
- Wi‑Fi 7 (802.11be)
- Bluetooth
- Bluetooth 5.3
- USB
- USB-C (USB 3)
- NFC
- Yes
- eSIM
- Yes
- Satellite
- Emergency SOS via satellite
Sizometry Analysis
Overall Score
8.5
out of 10
The largest 2024 iPhone Pro delivers unmatched endurance and immersion for owners who accept two-handed, pocket-conscious daily carry.
Category scores
Camera
9.0
Shared Pro telephoto and 48MP ultrawide with excellent reach and stabilization — preview comfort benefits from the 6.9-inch display.
Battery and charging
9.5
Largest battery in the iPhone lineup with owner reports of multi-day margin for light use and comfortable heavy-day reserves.
Performance
8.5
Fast routine use with occasional warmth under sustained load.
Handling and portability
5.0
Manageable daily carry with familiar reach and pocket trade-offs for the size class.
Build quality
8.5
Titanium materials and precise controls match primary-device positioning, though display micro-scratches concern some owners.
Value
8.0
Balanced capability for the price with deliberate omissions versus higher tiers.
Strengths
- Best-in-lineup battery endurance for real travel and heavy days
- 6.9-inch ProMotion display transforms media, gaming, and mobile editing
- Full Pro camera system including 5x telephoto and 48MP ultrawide
- Reduced midday charging and power-bank dependence
Weaknesses
- Wide, heavy body limits one-handed and pocket-first use
- 227 g long-session fatigue for some owners
- No camera advantage over the smaller iPhone 16 Pro
- Charging speed trails many Android rivals despite large battery
Best for
- Travelers who want fewer charging stops on long days
- Heavy media users who stream and read for hours
- Battery-first buyers prioritizing endurance over pocket fit
- Upgraders from iPhone 14 or 15 Pro Max seeking the best Pro Max yet
Less suitable for
- Compact-phone users seeking minimal footprint
- One-handed priority users who navigate while walking
- Shallow-pocket users without reliable bag or jacket carry
- iPhone 16 Pro owners with only occasional screen-size needs
Upgrade recommendation
Current device: iPhone 14 or 15 Pro Max
Recommendation: Worth consideringNotes: Meaningful battery, efficiency, and thermal gains for frustrated prior Pro Max owners; optional for satisfied recent owners.
Current device: Standard iPhone users (16 or older)
Recommendation: Strongly recommendedNotes: Largest jump in telephoto capability, endurance, and screen area for buyers ready to accept Pro Max bulk.
Current device: Battery-focused buyers
Recommendation: Strongly recommendedNotes: Endurance improvements over smaller iPhones are the most consistently praised long-term ownership benefit.
Current device: Compact-phone users
Recommendation: Probably unnecessaryNotes: Width and weight mismatches are the leading source of post-purchase regret unless maximum screen is the explicit goal.
Current device: iPhone 16 Pro owners wanting more screen or battery
Recommendation: Depends on prioritiesNotes: Shared cameras and chip make sidegrades worthwhile only if larger display or endurance solves frequent daily pain points.
Everyday usability
Estimated from device dimensions and weight.
One-handed use
AverageOne-handed use is possible, though two hands will often feel easier.
Pocket friendliness
GoodGenerally pocket-friendly for everyday carry.
Carry comfort
HeavyHeavier in the hand; longer sessions may feel more tiring.
Reading and media
A large canvas for reading, video, and longer on-screen sessions.
Gaming
SuitableIts hardware should handle most modern games, though demanding titles may benefit from adjusted settings.
Bottom line
The iPhone 16 Pro Max answers a specific question: whether the biggest 2024 iPhone Pro is worth carrying every day. For travelers, heavy media users, battery-first buyers, and owners who found prior Pro Max generations thermally or electrically frustrating, the answer is often yes — the 6.9-inch display and class-leading endurance change habits more than spec sheets suggest. For compact-phone loyalists and one-handed commuters, the same phone becomes a home-and-desk champion that feels taxing in motion. It is not a better Pro camera than the iPhone 16 Pro; it is a Pro experience optimized for users who would rather charge less and see more, and who can live with pockets and thumbs that disagree.
Models and configurations
- Storage
- 128 GB256 GB512 GB1 TB
- Connectivity
- 5G (sub-6 GHz and mmWave)Gigabit LTE
- Colors
- Natural TitaniumDesert TitaniumWhite TitaniumBlack Titanium
- RAM
- 8 GB
- SIM configuration
- eSIM
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