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Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 11 Pro

Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 28 Sept 2026
Apple256 GB

iPhone 16 Pro Max

6.9″ · OLED · 120 Hz · Apple A18 Pro · 6-core CPU · 6-core GPU · 16-core Neural Engine

256 GB · Desert Titanium · UK A3296 · nano-SIM + eSIMFull product profile
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max in Desert Titanium, official front and rear product viewDesert Titanium
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WHO EACH ONE SUITS

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Preferences from sourced specifications that differ, not a verdict.
See the 18 verified differences
Google256 GB

Pixel 11 Pro

6.3″ · LTPO OLED · 120 Hz · Google Tensor G6

256 GB · 12 GB RAM · Obsidian (matte) · UK specification GM45KFull product profile
Google Pixel 11 Pro in Obsidian (matte), official product viewObsidian (matte)
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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

Visual facts

Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.

How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
  • Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
  • “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
  • Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06

Chipset

A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.

iPhone 16 Pro MaxApple A18 Pro · 6-core CPU · 6-core GPU · 16-core Neural Engine
Source 1
Pixel 11 ProGoogle Tensor G6

With Titan M3 security coprocessor.

Source 1
Explore the full specifications
iPhone 16 Pro Max

0.6″ larger diagonal.

Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.

iPhone 16 Pro Max
6.9″
Pixel 11 Pro
6.3″

Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size

DATA INCOMPLETE

Playback on paper.

Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.

iPhone 16 Pro Max
Up to 33h
Pixel 11 Pro
Not verified

Arcs on a shared 0–40 h scale · not mixed-use battery life

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

18 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 3 are also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.

Camera system

iPhone 16 Pro Max48 MP main with second-generation sensor-shift OIS; 48 MP ultra-wide; 12 MP dedicated 5× telephoto with autofocus and optical stabilisation
Pixel 11 ProMain: 50 MP (OIS); Telephoto: 48 MP, 5x optical (OIS); Ultra-wide: 48 MP; Front: 42 MP; Video: up to 8K 30 fps (Video Boost)
Sources
Pixel 11 Pro

Optical stabilisation is listed for the wide and telephoto cameras, not for the ultra-wide.

Google UK Pixel 11 Pro technical specifications

Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.

Update support

iPhone 16 Pro MaxA fixed end-of-support date has not been verified. Check current Apple software compatibility before buying.
Pixel 11 Pro7 years of OS and security updates
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

The technical specification is not a promise of a particular number of future operating-system upgrades.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Pixel 11 Pro

Includes Pixel Drops; counted from the model's initial availability, not from your purchase date.

Google UK Pixel 11 Pro technical specifications

Distinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.

Show 12 more verified differences

Battery and charging

iPhone 16 Pro MaxUp to 33 hours video playback; around 50% charge in 30 minutes with a 20 W or higher USB-C adapter; MagSafe up to 25 W and Qi charging
Pixel 11 Pro4850 mAh; fast wired charging (30 W+ charger), 25 W wireless
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Apple test and accessory conditions apply. The adapter rating is not an established maximum phone input wattage. This is not independent battery testing.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Pixel 11 Pro

Typical capacity. Up to 55% in about 30 minutes with a separately sold 30 W or higher USB-C PPS charger; Pixelsnap wireless charging (Qi2.2-certified). Google figures, not independent tests.

Google UK Pixel 11 Pro technical specifications

Manufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.

Wireless connectivity

iPhone 16 Pro MaxWi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 5.3 · Thread · UWB · NFC
Pixel 11 ProWi-Fi 7 (802.11be), 2.4/5/6 GHz, 2×2 MIMO · Bluetooth 6 with antenna diversity · NFC · Google Cast · Ultra-wideband (UWB) chip · Dual-band GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC) · Thread networking
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

UWB is Apple's second-generation Ultra Wideband chip. Wi-Fi 7 and Ultra Wideband availability depend on region; compatible equipment and service conditions apply. A capability inventory does not establish measured throughput.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Small physical differences (1)
Configuration & compatibility details (2)

RAM and storage configuration

iPhone 16 Pro Max256 GB storage
Pixel 11 Pro12 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Apple does not publish RAM capacity in these technical specifications; the separate RAM field remains unknown.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications

A configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.

Regional SIM / network configuration

iPhone 16 Pro MaxUK A3296 · nano-SIM + eSIM · dual eSIM
Pixel 11 ProUK model GM45K; nano-SIM + eSIM
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

US A3084 has no physical SIM tray. Its cellular-band support has not been verified for this UK record. Retailer searches do not establish regional equivalence.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specificationsApple — official regional iPhone model identifiers
Pixel 11 Pro

Dual SIM (one nano-SIM and eSIM) on the UK model; network bands are listed separately. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.

Google UK Pixel 11 Pro technical specifications

These descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (39)

Main camera aperture

iPhone 16 Pro MaxFixed f/1.78
Pixel 11 ProNot verified
Sources
Pixel 11 Pro

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rear 4K recording maximum

iPhone 16 Pro Max120 fps
Pixel 11 ProNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

100/120 fps Dolby Vision applies to the Fusion camera. Supported mode, not a measured quality or sustained-performance score.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Pixel 11 Pro

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Front 4K recording maximum

iPhone 16 Pro Max60 fps
Pixel 11 ProNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Front-camera recording mode only.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Pixel 11 Pro

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Main camera optical stabilisation

iPhone 16 Pro MaxYes
Pixel 11 ProNot verified
Sources
Pixel 11 Pro

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Cinematic mode recording maximum

iPhone 16 Pro Max30 fps
Pixel 11 ProNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Cinematic mode up to 4K HDR at 30 fps; distinct from ordinary 4K frame-rate support.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Pixel 11 Pro

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published video playback

iPhone 16 Pro Max33 hours
Pixel 11 ProNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Apple up-to playback claim under its stated test conditions; not an independent endurance result.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Pixel 11 Pro

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Maximum wired charging power

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Pixel 11 ProNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Required adapter wattage does not establish maximum device input power.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Pixel 11 Pro

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Time to around 50% charge

iPhone 16 Pro Max30 minutes
Pixel 11 ProNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Apple fast-charge claim using a 20 W or higher adapter and USB-C cable; adapter is sold separately. Test variables affect the result.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Pixel 11 Pro

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Expandable storage

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Pixel 11 ProNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Pixel 11 Pro

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published support term

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Pixel 11 Pro7 years
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Pixel 11 Pro

OS, security and Pixel Drop updates from initial availability; not seven years remaining at purchase.

Google UK Pixel 11 Pro technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Always-On display

iPhone 16 Pro MaxYes
Pixel 11 ProNot verified
Sources
Pixel 11 Pro

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Apple Intelligence support

iPhone 16 Pro MaxYes
Pixel 11 ProNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Feature availability depends on software, language and region. This does not establish measured AI performance.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Pixel 11 Pro

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published audio playback

iPhone 16 Pro Max105 hours
Pixel 11 ProNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Apple up-to audio playback test.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Pixel 11 Pro

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Crash Detection

iPhone 16 Pro MaxYes
Pixel 11 ProNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Calling for help requires mobile data or Wi-Fi calling; this is not a guarantee that every crash is detected.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Pixel 11 Pro

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Exact Google UK store configuration

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Pixel 11 Pro_pixel_11_pro_obsidian_256gb_unlocked
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

HDR peak brightness

iPhone 16 Pro Max1600 nits
Pixel 11 ProNot verified
Sources
Pixel 11 Pro

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Headphone jack

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Pixel 11 ProNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Pixel 11 Pro

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Supplied items

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Pixel 11 ProGoogle Pixel 11 Pro · 1 m USB-C to USB-C cable (USB 2.0, 2nd gen) · SIM tool
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Included accessories

iPhone 16 Pro MaxUSB-C charge cable (1 m) and documentation; power adapter and EarPods not included
Pixel 11 ProNot verified
Sources
Pixel 11 Pro

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Log video recording

iPhone 16 Pro MaxYes
Pixel 11 ProNot verified
Sources
Pixel 11 Pro

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

MagSafe support

iPhone 16 Pro MaxYes
Pixel 11 ProNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

MagSafe charging, magnet array and alignment magnet are expressly listed. Generic Qi charging on another product does not by itself prove MagSafe support there.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Pixel 11 Pro

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published network bands

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Pixel 11 Pro5G Sub-6 GHz (model GM45K) · GSM/EDGE: quad-band (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) · UMTS/HSPA+/HSDPA: bands 1, 2, 4, 5, 8 · LTE: bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/14/17/18/19/20/21/25/26/28/29/30/32/38/39/40/41/42/48/66/71/75 · 5G Sub-6: bands 1/2/3/5/7/8/12/13/14/20/25/26/28/30/38/40/41/66/71/75/77/78/79 · FeliCa
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Optical-quality zoom

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Pixel 11 ProNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Pixel 11 Pro

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

ProRes recording

iPhone 16 Pro MaxUp to 4K at 120 fps with external recording
Pixel 11 ProNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

External recording is explicitly required for the stated maximum. No storage throughput or cable compatibility is inferred.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Pixel 11 Pro

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Qi charging maximum

iPhone 16 Pro Max7.5 W
Pixel 11 ProNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Apple lists Qi wireless charging up to 7.5 W separately from the MagSafe rating. Compatible Qi equipment and actual conditions apply; this is not a measured or sustained rate.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Pixel 11 Pro

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Reverse wireless charging

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Pixel 11 ProNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Pixel 11 Pro

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Sensors

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Pixel 11 ProProximity sensor · Ambient light sensor · Accelerometer · Gyrometer · Magnetometer · Barometer
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published streamed video playback

iPhone 16 Pro Max29 hours
Pixel 11 ProNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

Separate Apple streaming test; do not equate it with local video playback.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Pixel 11 Pro

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

8K recording

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Pixel 11 ProYes
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

An omitted 8K mode is not recorded as an explicit incompatibility.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Pixel 11 Pro

Google lists rear 8K recording at 24/30 FPS 'powered by Video Boost'; standard rear modes are listed up to 4K 60 FPS. Processing location and time are not stated on this page.

Google UK Pixel 11 Pro technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Video recording

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Pixel 11 ProRear camera: 8K video recording at 24/30 FPS (powered by Video Boost), 4K video recording at 24/30/60 FPS, 1080p video recording at 24/30/60 FPS, Dual exposure on wide camera, Super Zoom Video up to 20x; Front camera: 4K video recording at 30/60 FPS; Video features: Creator suite, Pro Stable Video, Video Boost, Night Sight Video, Audio Magic Eraser, Macro Focus Video, 10-bit HDR video, Portrait, Cinematic Pan, Slo-mo video support up to 240 FPS, 4K timelapse with stabilisation, Astrophotography timelapse, Night Sight timelapse; Stabilisation: Optical image stabilisation for video, Fused video stabilisation, Cinematic Pan video stabilisation (4K, 1080p), Locked video stabilisation (4K, 1080p), Active video stabilisation (1080p); Formats: HEVC (H.265), AVC (H.264), AV1, VP9; Audio: Stereo recording, Speech enhancement, Wind noise reduction, Audio zoom
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Pixel 11 Pro

8K recording is powered by Video Boost processing.

Google UK Pixel 11 Pro technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Wireless charging power

iPhone 16 Pro MaxNot verified
Pixel 11 Pro25 W
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Pixel 11 Pro

Manufacturer 'up to' figure for Pixelsnap wireless charging (Qi2.2-certified). Charger/pad requirements and sustained rates are not stated.

Google UK Pixel 11 Pro technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

MagSafe charging maximum

iPhone 16 Pro Max25 W
Pixel 11 ProNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro Max

MagSafe rating with compatible accessories and the stated adapter conditions; it is not a rating for every Qi charger.

iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specifications
Pixel 11 Pro

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

12 shared fields have the same recorded value.

COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

All specs74 specificationsiPhone 16 Pro MaxPixel 11 Pro
WeightDiffers
Sources
227g
Published device mass; not shipping or accessory-inclusive mass.
204g
WidthDiffers
Sources
77.6mm
71.9mm
ThicknessDiffers
Sources
8.25mm
8.4mm
DimensionsDiffers
Sources
163 × 77.6 × 8.25 mm (height × width × depth)
152.7 × 71.9 × 8.4 mm (height × width × depth); 204 g
HeightDiffers
Sources
163 mm
152.7 mm
Form factor
Sources
slab
slab
ColourDiffers
Sources
Desert Titanium
Obsidian (matte)
Screen sizeDiffers
Sources
6.9″
Marketed diagonal. Rounded corners reduce the viewable area.
6.3″
Nominal diagonal; actual viewable area is smaller.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.Differs
Sources
2000 nits
Outdoor peak brightness · Outdoor peak claim, not HDR peak or sustained full-screen brightness.
3600 nits
Manufacturer peak claim; test conditions differ between brands.
Pixel densityDiffers
Sources
460 ppi
495 ppi
Maximum refresh rate
Sources
120Hz
120Hz
Display specificationDiffers
Sources
6.9-inch OLED · 2868 × 1320 · adaptive refresh up to 120 Hz
LTPO OLED; 2856 × 1280; up to 120 Hz; 3600 nits peakDiagonal published as 6.3 inches (see the screen size row); 495 ppi; Google also lists up to 2,000 nits (HDR) or more.
Display resolutionDiffers
Sources
2868 × 1320
1280 × 2856
HDR peak brightness
Sources
Pixel 11 ProNo source recorded
1600 nits
Not verified
Native telephoto reach
Sources
5×
Dedicated telephoto magnification · Dedicated 12 MP tetraprism telephoto; the separate 2× main-sensor crop is not another lens.
5×
Dedicated telephoto reach
Rear camera modules
Sources
3
3
8K video recording
Sources
Not verified8K recording · An omitted 8K mode is not recorded as an explicit incompatibility.
Yes8K video workflow · Google lists rear 8K recording at 24/30 FPS 'powered by Video Boost'; standard rear modes are listed up to 4K 60 FPS. Processing location and time are not stated on this page.
Camera systemDiffers
Sources
48 MP main with second-generation sensor-shift OIS; 48 MP ultra-wide; 12 MP dedicated 5× telephoto with autofocus and optical stabilisation
Main: 50 MP (OIS); Telephoto: 48 MP, 5x optical (OIS); Ultra-wide: 48 MP; Front: 42 MP; Video: up to 8K 30 fps (Video Boost)Optical stabilisation is listed for the wide and telephoto cameras, not for the ultra-wide.
Front cameraDiffers
Sources
12 MP TrueDepth · f/1.9 · autofocus
42 MP Dual PD selfie camera with autofocus; f/2.2 aperture; 103° ultra-wide field of view
Front camera autofocus
Sources
Yes
Yes
Main camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Pixel 11 ProNo source recorded
Yes
Not verified
Rear camera optical stabilisation
Sources
YesOptical stabilisation is established for the main camera; this does not assert OIS for every rear lens.
YesOptical plus electronic stabilisation is stated for the wide and telephoto cameras only; OIS on the ultrawide is not stated.
Rear camera autofocus
Sources
YesContinuous autofocus is explicitly listed for rear video recording; it does not quantify focusing speed or accuracy.
YesGoogle lists a multi-zone laser-detect autofocus sensor for all rear cameras and phase-detect (PD) pixels on the rear cameras. Autofocus speed or accuracy is not measured.
Main camera aperture
Sources
Pixel 11 ProNo source recorded
Fixed f/1.78
Not verified
Rear 4K recording maximum
Sources
Pixel 11 ProNo source recorded
120 fps100/120 fps Dolby Vision applies to the Fusion camera. Supported mode, not a measured quality or sustained-performance score.
Not verified
Front 4K recording maximum
Sources
Pixel 11 ProNo source recorded
60 fpsFront-camera recording mode only.
Not verified
Cinematic mode recording maximum
Sources
Pixel 11 ProNo source recorded
30 fpsCinematic mode up to 4K HDR at 30 fps; distinct from ordinary 4K frame-rate support.
Not verified
Camera Control
Sources
Pixel 11 ProNo source recorded
Yes
Not verified
ProRes recording
Sources
Pixel 11 ProNo source recorded
Up to 4K at 120 fps with external recordingExternal recording is explicitly required for the stated maximum. No storage throughput or cable compatibility is inferred.
Not verified
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.
Sources
Pixel 11 ProNo source recorded
33 hoursPublished video playback · Apple up-to playback claim under its stated test conditions; not an independent endurance result.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Wireless charging
Sources
Yes
YesPixelsnap wireless charging (Qi2.2-certified) up to 25 W
Battery and chargingDiffers
Sources
Up to 33 hours video playback; around 50% charge in 30 minutes with a 20 W or higher USB-C adapter; MagSafe up to 25 W and Qi chargingApple test and accessory conditions apply. The adapter rating is not an established maximum phone input wattage. This is not independent battery testing.
4850 mAh; fast wired charging (30 W+ charger), 25 W wirelessTypical capacity. Up to 55% in about 30 minutes with a separately sold 30 W or higher USB-C PPS charger; Pixelsnap wireless charging (Qi2.2-certified). Google figures, not independent tests.
Published streamed video playback
Sources
Pixel 11 ProNo source recorded
29 hoursSeparate Apple streaming test; do not equate it with local video playback.
Not verified
Published audio playback
Sources
Pixel 11 ProNo source recorded
105 hoursApple up-to audio playback test.
Not verified
Time to around 50% charge
Sources
Pixel 11 ProNo source recorded
30 minutesApple fast-charge claim using a 20 W or higher adapter and USB-C cable; adapter is sold separately. Test variables affect the result.
Not verified
Typical battery capacity
Sources
Not verifiedApple does not publish a capacity in the retained technical specifications.
4850 mAhRated capacity; real battery life depends on use.
MagSafe charging maximum
Sources
Pixel 11 ProNo source recorded
25 WMagSafe rating with compatible accessories and the stated adapter conditions; it is not a rating for every Qi charger.
Not verified
MagSafe support
Sources
Pixel 11 ProNo source recorded
YesMagSafe charging, magnet array and alignment magnet are expressly listed. Generic Qi charging on another product does not by itself prove MagSafe support there.
Not verified
Qi charging maximum
Sources
Pixel 11 ProNo source recorded
7.5 WApple lists Qi wireless charging up to 7.5 W separately from the MagSafe rating. Compatible Qi equipment and actual conditions apply; this is not a measured or sustained rate.
Not verified
Wireless charging power
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
25 WManufacturer 'up to' figure for Pixelsnap wireless charging (Qi2.2-certified). Charger/pad requirements and sustained rates are not stated.
Published support term
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
7 yearsPublished support duration · OS, security and Pixel Drop updates from initial availability; not seven years remaining at purchase.
Update policyDiffers
Sources
A fixed end-of-support date has not been verified. Check current Apple software compatibility before buying.The technical specification is not a promise of a particular number of future operating-system upgrades.
7 years of OS and security updatesIncludes Pixel Drops; counted from the model's initial availability, not from your purchase date.
Launch operating systemDiffers
Sources
iOS 18Specification-page wording only; this is not a claim about the currently installed version or an end-of-support date.
Launched with Android 17
Apple Intelligence support
Sources
Pixel 11 ProNo source recorded
YesFeature availability depends on software, language and region. This does not establish measured AI performance.
Not verified
ChipsetDiffers
Sources
Apple A18 Pro · 6-core CPU · 6-core GPU · 16-core Neural Engine
Google Tensor G6With Titan M3 security coprocessor.
RAM and storage configurationConfiguration
Sources
256 GB storageApple does not publish RAM capacity in these technical specifications; the separate RAM field remains unknown.
12 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
Regional SIM / network configurationConfiguration
Sources
UK A3296 · nano-SIM + eSIM · dual eSIMUS A3084 has no physical SIM tray. Its cellular-band support has not been verified for this UK record. Retailer searches do not establish regional equivalence.
UK model GM45K; nano-SIM + eSIMDual SIM (one nano-SIM and eSIM) on the UK model; network bands are listed separately. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
Storage
Sources
256 GB
256 GB
RAM
Sources
Not verifiedNot published in the retained official specifications; do not copy a third-party estimate.
12 GB
Panel technology
Sources
OLED
LTPO OLED
eSIM only
Sources
No
No
Ingress protection
Sources
IP68Apple claim: up to 6 metres for up to 30 minutes under IEC 60529; not a guarantee against damage during ordinary use.
IP68Manufacturer rating under laboratory conditions; water resistance is not permanent.
USB and controlsDiffers
Sources
USB-C · DisplayPort · USB 3 up to 10 Gb/sData transfer standard; rated maximum is not a measured transfer result. Cable capability matters.
USB Type-C 3.2 · Power button · Volume controls
Device unlock methodsDiffers
Sources
Face ID
Fingerprint Unlock · Face Unlock · Pattern, PIN, password
Wireless connectivityDiffers
Sources
Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 5.3 · Thread · UWB · NFCUWB is Apple's second-generation Ultra Wideband chip. Wi-Fi 7 and Ultra Wideband availability depend on region; compatible equipment and service conditions apply. A capability inventory does not establish measured throughput.
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), 2.4/5/6 GHz, 2×2 MIMO · Bluetooth 6 with antenna diversity · NFC · Google Cast · Ultra-wideband (UWB) chip · Dual-band GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC) · Thread networking
Included accessories
Sources
Pixel 11 ProNo source recorded
USB-C charge cable (1 m) and documentation; power adapter and EarPods not included
Not verified
Action button
Sources
Pixel 11 ProNo source recorded
Yes
Not verified
Satellite SOS
Sources
YesManufacturer-listed capability. Service availability, regional restrictions and setup requirements apply; no network compatibility is inferred.
YesListed under Safety on the UK specification. Service coverage, subscription terms and country availability are not stated on this page.
Crash Detection
Sources
Pixel 11 ProNo source recorded
YesCalling for help requires mobile data or Wi-Fi calling; this is not a guarantee that every crash is detected.
Not verified
Always-On display
Sources
Pixel 11 ProNo source recorded
Yes
Not verified
LiDAR scanner
Sources
Pixel 11 ProNo source recorded
Yes
Not verified
Log video recording
Sources
Pixel 11 ProNo source recorded
Yes
Not verified
Published network bands
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
5G Sub-6 GHz (model GM45K) · GSM/EDGE: quad-band (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) · UMTS/HSPA+/HSDPA: bands 1, 2, 4, 5, 8 · LTE: bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/14/17/18/19/20/21/25/26/28/29/30/32/38/39/40/41/42/48/66/71/75 · 5G Sub-6: bands 1/2/3/5/7/8/12/13/14/20/25/26/28/30/38/40/41/66/71/75/77/78/79 · FeliCa
Sensors
Sources
iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
Proximity sensor · Ambient light sensor · Accelerometer · Gyrometer · Magnetometer · Barometer
Supplied items
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iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
Google Pixel 11 Pro · 1 m USB-C to USB-C cable (USB 2.0, 2nd gen) · SIM tool
Video recording
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iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
Rear camera: 8K video recording at 24/30 FPS (powered by Video Boost), 4K video recording at 24/30/60 FPS, 1080p video recording at 24/30/60 FPS, Dual exposure on wide camera, Super Zoom Video up to 20x; Front camera: 4K video recording at 30/60 FPS; Video features: Creator suite, Pro Stable Video, Video Boost, Night Sight Video, Audio Magic Eraser, Macro Focus Video, 10-bit HDR video, Portrait, Cinematic Pan, Slo-mo video support up to 240 FPS, 4K timelapse with stabilisation, Astrophotography timelapse, Night Sight timelapse; Stabilisation: Optical image stabilisation for video, Fused video stabilisation, Cinematic Pan video stabilisation (4K, 1080p), Locked video stabilisation (4K, 1080p), Active video stabilisation (1080p); Formats: HEVC (H.265), AVC (H.264), AV1, VP9; Audio: Stereo recording, Speech enhancement, Wind noise reduction, Audio zoom8K recording is powered by Video Boost processing.
UK manufacturer reference price
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iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
£1,079Google UK Store price for this configuration in September 2026; retailer prices may differ.
Exact Google UK store configuration
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iPhone 16 Pro MaxNo source recorded
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Show unverified (6)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Maximum wired charging power
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Pixel 11 ProNo source recorded
Not verifiedRequired adapter wattage does not establish maximum device input power.
Not verified
Front camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Not verifiedNot stated for the front camera in the retained official specifications.
Not verifiedThe manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has optical stabilisation.
Optical-quality zoom
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Reverse wireless charging
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Headphone jack
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Expandable storage
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
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Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max

256 GB · checked 16 Oct 2026

Specifications & verification
Weight227 gManufacturer claim · high confidence

Published device mass; not shipping or accessory-inclusive mass.

Apple
Width77.6 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Thickness8.25 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Display size6.9 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Marketed diagonal. Rounded corners reduce the viewable area.

Apple
Peak brightness2,000 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence

Outdoor peak claim, not HDR peak or sustained full-screen brightness.

Apple
Claimed video playback33 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence

Apple up-to playback claim under its stated test conditions; not an independent endurance result.

Apple
Claimed charging rate1.67% per minuteCalculated from sources · low confidence

Manufacturer charging claim. 50 divided by 30 minutes; not a sustained charging rate.

Apple
Published total supportNot verified

Not published

Wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Headphone jackNot verified

Not published

Expandable storageNot verified

Not published

eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceAppleApple
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Apple claim: up to 6 metres for up to 30 minutes under IEC 60529; not a guarantee against damage during ordinary use.

Apple
RAMNot verified

Not published

Apple
Pixel density460 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Native telephoto reach5×Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Dedicated 12 MP tetraprism telephoto; the separate 2× main-sensor crop is not another lens.

Apple
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified

Not published

Rear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
8K recordingNot verified

Not published

Apple
Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources3
  1. iPhone 16 Pro Max — Apple UK technical specificationsApple · accessed 13 Oct 2026
  2. Apple — official regional iPhone model identifiersApple · accessed 13 Oct 2026
  3. iPhone 16 Pro Max — official image and finish/configuration evidenceApple · accessed 13 Oct 2026

Google Pixel 11 Pro

256 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026

Specifications & verification
Weight204 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Width71.9 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Thickness8.4 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Display size6.3 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Nominal diagonal; actual viewable area is smaller.

Google
Peak brightness3,600 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence

Manufacturer peak claim; test conditions differ between brands.

Google
Claimed video playbackNot verified

Not published

Claimed charging rateNot verified

Not published

Published total support7 yearsManufacturer claim · high confidence

OS, security and Pixel Drop updates from initial availability; not seven years remaining at purchase.

Google
Wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Pixelsnap wireless charging (Qi2.2-certified) up to 25 W

Google
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Headphone jackNot verified

Not published

Expandable storageNot verified

Not published

eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Manufacturer rating under laboratory conditions; water resistance is not permanent.

Google
RAM12 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Pixel density495 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Native telephoto reach5×Manufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified

Not published

Rear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
8K recordingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Google lists rear 8K recording at 24/30 FPS 'powered by Video Boost'; standard rear modes are listed up to 4K 60 FPS. Processing location and time are not stated on this page.

Google
Manufacturer list price£1,079.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceGoogle
All sources2
  1. Google UK Pixel 11 Pro technical specificationsGoogle · accessed 10 Sept 2026
  2. Pixel 11 Pro Obsidian (matte) 256GB (Unlocked) — Google UK StoreGoogle · accessed 10 Sept 2026
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