Category Breakdown
Camera
X500 Pro Max
Main sensor resolution (50 MP)
WinsBattery
X500 Pro Max
Battery capacity (8,000 mAh)
WinsCharging
X500 Pro Max
Wired charging speed (90W)
WinsPerformance
iPhone 18 Pro Max
AnTuTu benchmark (2,331,417 pts)
WinsDisplay
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Screen size (6.9")
WinsWeight
X500 Pro Max
Total weight (225g)
WinsValue
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Specs-per-dollar (server score) (7.2/10)
WinsFull Spec Comparison
| Spec | iPhone 18 Pro Max | X500 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
Display | ||
| 6.9" | 6.85" | |
| 1,320 × 2,868 | 1,440 × 3,168 | |
| LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | LTPO AMOLED | |
| 120Hz | 144Hz | |
| 3,000 nits | 4,400 nits | |
Camera | ||
| 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Triple | Triple | |
| 4x | 3.5x | |
| Yes | Yes | |
| Face ID, Messages and Find My via satellite, Ultra Wideband (UWB) support (gen2 chip) Emergency SOS, accelerometer, barometer, compass, gyro, proximity | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), Satellite connectivity support (1TB 12GB RAM only; for China), accelerometer, compass, gyro, proximity | |
Performance | ||
| Apple A20 Pro (2nm) | Mediatek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| 2,331,417 | — | |
| 4,725 | — | |
| 64,915 | — | |
| 12 GB | 16 GB | |
| 2048 GB | 1024 GB | |
Battery | ||
| 5,391 mAh | 8,000 mAh | |
| 60W | 90W | |
| 25W | 40W | |
Build | ||
| 240g | 225g | |
| 9mm | 8.1mm | |
| Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, aluminum back/ glass back (Ceramic Shield) | Glass front aluminum frame glass back or glass-fiber reinforced plastic back | |
| IP68 | IP68 | |
| Ultra Flagship | Ultra Flagship | |
Who Each Phone Is Really For
If your priorities differ from the verdict above, start here.
Best overall performance
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
The 2nm Apple A20 Pro chipset provides unmatched processing power and efficiency for high-end tasks.
Best battery endurance
vivo X500 Pro Max
Its massive 8000mAh battery and 90W charging capabilities ensure exceptional longevity and rapid power recovery.