Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL comes out ahead overall, scoring 70% to 30% across the categories compared — particularly battery capacity (5060 mAh vs 4685 mAh).
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max scored 30%, Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scored 70%.
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is priced around $729, Google Pixel 9 Pro XL around $629.
How Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Rank
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Apple A18 Pro ranks in the top 3% of 37 chipsets we track.
Titanium build ranks in the top 20% of 5 build materials we track.
Wi-Fi 7 ranks in the top 25% of 4 Wi-Fi standards we track.
4K@24/25/30/60fps front camera video ranks in the top 43% of 7 front-video specs we track.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Tensor G4 ranks in the top 68% of 37 chipsets we track.
LTPO OLED display ranks in the top 50% of 16 display types we track.
Glass/Aluminum build ranks in the top 40% of 5 build materials we track.
Wi-Fi 7 ranks in the top 25% of 4 Wi-Fi standards we track.
4K@30/60fps front camera video ranks in the top 15% of 7 front-video specs we track.
8K@30fps main camera video ranks in the top 69% of 16 video-recording specs we track.
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: Display
| Spec |
 Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
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 Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
|
|---|---|---|
| Display size | 6.9 in | 6.8 in |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Brightness | 1000 nits | 2000 nits |
| Display type | LTPO Super Retina | LTPO OLED |
| Resolution | 1320 x 2868 | 1344 x 2992 |
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: Camera
| Spec |
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
|
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
|
|---|---|---|
| Main camera resolution | 48 MP | 50 MP |
| Ultrawide camera resolution | 48 MP | 48 MP |
| Periscope camera resolution | 12 MP | 48 MP |
| Front camera resolution | 12 MP | 42 MP |
| Periscope zoom | 5 x | 5 x |
| Main aperture | 1.8 f | 1.7 f |
| Front aperture | 1.9 f | 2.2 f |
| Ultrawide aperture | 2.2 f | 1.7 f |
| Optical image stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Main video | 4K@120fps | 8K@30fps |
| Front video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps | 4K@30/60fps |
| Camera features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) | Multi-zone Laser AF, LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR, panorama, Best Take, Zoom Enhance |
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: Battery
| Spec |
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
|
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
|
|---|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 4685 mAh | 5060 mAh |
| Charge time | 30 min | 30 min |
| Wired charging | 25 W | 37 W |
| Wireless charging | 25 W | 23 W |
| Charging port | USB-C | USB-C |
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: Performance
| Spec |
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
|
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
|
|---|---|---|
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Chipset | Apple A18 Pro | Tensor G4 |
| Storage options | 256GB, 512GB, 8GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 16GB |
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: Network & Connectivity
| Spec |
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
|
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
|
|---|---|---|
| 5G (sub-6) | Yes | Yes |
| 5G (mmWave) | No | Yes |
| 5G capable | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Wi-Fi generation | 7 | 7 |
| SIM type | Nano-SIM/eSIM | Nano-SIM/eSIM |
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: Build & Design
| Spec |
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
|
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
|
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 227 g | 221 g |
| Thickness | 8.3 mm | 8.5 mm |
| Build material | Titanium | Glass/Aluminum |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Available colors | Black Titanium, White Titanium, Natural Titanium, Desert Titanium | Porcelain, Rose Quartz, Hazel, Obsidian |
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: OS & Software
| Spec |
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
|
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
|
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | iOS 18 | Android |
| OS version | — | 14 |
| Update policy | Not Specified | 7 Updates |
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: Audio
| Spec |
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
|
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
|
|---|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | No | No |
| Stereo speakers | Yes | Yes |
| Headphone jack | No | No |
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: Extras & Features
| Spec |
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
|
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
|
|---|---|---|
| Desktop mode | No | No |
| Stylus support | No | No |
| Satellite connectivity | No | No |
| Wireless reverse charging | Yes | Yes |
Where each phone wins
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Wireless charging: 25 W (vs 23 W)
- Front aperture: 1.9 f (vs 2.2 f)
- Display size: 6.9 in (vs 6.8 in)
- Storage: 256 GB (vs 128 GB)
- Thickness: 8.3 mm (vs 8.5 mm)
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Battery capacity: 5060 mAh (vs 4685 mAh)
- Wired charging: 37 W (vs 25 W)
- Main camera resolution: 50 MP (vs 48 MP)
- Periscope camera resolution: 48 MP (vs 12 MP)
- Front camera resolution: 42 MP (vs 12 MP)
- Main aperture: 1.7 f (vs 1.8 f)
- Ultrawide aperture: 1.7 f (vs 2.2 f)
- Brightness: 2000 nits (vs 1000 nits)
- RAM: 16 GB (vs 8 GB)
- 5G (mmWave): 1 yesno (vs 0 yesno)
- Weight: 221 g (vs 227 g)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better battery capacity, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the better battery capacity at 5060 mAh, versus 4685 mAh on the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max.
Which has the better main camera resolution, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the better main camera resolution at 50 MP, versus 48 MP on the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max.
Which has the better RAM, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the better RAM at 16 GB, versus 8 GB on the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max.
Which has the better storage, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the better storage at 256 GB, versus 128 GB on the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL.