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Reviewers rate the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max clearly higher: 82 against 74 for the Google Pixel 11 Pro.
Reviewers agree · 7 reviews
Suits buyers who want the largest iPhone with excellent battery life and camera quality, and who can accept the weight and price. Less compelling for those upgrading from a recent Pro Max, since the changes are small; the iPhone 17 is often suggested as the…
Some disagreement · 12 reviews
Suits buyers who want a compact Android flagship with a top camera and clean software, and who accept a higher price. The main trade-offs are modest battery life and uneven gaming, and the base model's 12GB RAM, which several reviewers flag, may limit longevity.
| Measure | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Google Pixel 11 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Consensus score | 82 | 74 |
4 publications have scored both phones. 3 scored the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max higher.
| Spec | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Google Pixel 11 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Released | September 2026 | August 2026 |
| Launch price (USD) | $1,299 | $1,099 |
| Launch price (UK) | £1,299 | £1,079 |
| Launch price (Europe) | €1,599 | €1,199 |
| Form factor | Standard | Standard |
| OS | iOS | Android |
| Display | 6.9″ | 6.3″ |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP |
| Telephoto lens | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | 5,391 mAh | 4,850 mAh |
| Wired charging | — | 30 W |
| Chipset | Apple A20 Pro | Google Tensor G6 |
| Base storage | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Weight | 249 g | 204 g |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Software updates | — | 7 years |
Specs come from the reviews' own spec boxes. Prices are launch prices of the base model.