Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro Max brings refinement rather than reinvention, but it still feels like the most complete iPhone yet. With a lighter titanium body, thinner bezels, and the brand-new A18 Pro chip, it’s a beast in both performance and efficiency.
The 6.9″ LTPO OLED screen offers 120Hz ProMotion, and the Dynamic Island is more useful than ever thanks to deeper app support.
A18 Pro chip with enhanced neural engine
5x telephoto with better low-light zoom
iOS 18 with AI-driven customization
Record and edit ProRes video on-device
With a more efficient chip and larger battery, the iPhone 16 Pro Max easily lasts 1.5 days of moderate use. MagSafe charging still shines.
Industry-leading video capture
Elegant design and best-in-class software
Strong AI integration
Very expensive
No USB-C fast charging breakthrough
If you want the best iPhone experience possible, the 16 Pro Max offers power, polish, and futureproofing.
Overall score: 9.4/10