The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a capable upper-mid-range device, powered by the Apple A18 Pro (3 nm) that comfortably covers most everyday use cases, with a 4,685 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2024).
2024 · Upper-mid-range · iOS 18
Overall
A
Performance
A
Display
A+
Battery
B
Camera
B
Charging
C
Software
B+
ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Flagship), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size6.9" · 163 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm (6.42 x 3.06 x 0.33 in)
ChipsetApple A18 Pro (3 nm)
RAM8GB
Storage1TB | 256GB | 512GB
Main Camera48 MP · Dual-LED dual-tone flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Solid 4,685 mAh battery for all-day use
✓Fast, responsive Apple A18 Pro (3 nm) for everyday tasks and gaming
✓8GB of RAM — sufficient for smooth multitasking
✓Sharp 460 PPI screen
✓6.9" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
⊗ Cons
✗Heavy at 227g — noticeable in pocket over long periods
✗No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
HDR, Dolby Vision HDR, 3D (spatial) audio, stereo sound rec.
🔋 Battery
Capacity
4,685 mAh
Solid day-to-day battery life
Type
Li-Ion 4685 mAh
Charging
Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired
📱 Design & Build
Weight
227g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
163 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm (6.42 x 3.06 x 0.33 in)
Build
Glass front (Ceramic Shield), glass back, titanium frame (grade 5)
SIM
· Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time; International) · eSIM + eSIM (8 or more, max 2 at a time; USA) · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM (China)
Colors
Black Titanium, White Titanium, Natural Titanium, Desert Titanium
Sensors
Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
📶 Network
Technology
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Speed
HSPA, LTE, 5G, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, hotspot
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE
NFC
Yes
GPS
GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC
USB
USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort
🔊 Sound
3.5mm Jack
No
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
Radio
No
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max supports 5G connectivity.
Yes, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max supports eSIM.
Yes, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Yes, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max supports wireless charging (Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired).
Yes, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max can wirelessly charge other devices.
Yes, up to 25W (Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired).
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is rated IP68 — IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 6m for 30 min) Apple Pay (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified).
No, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max does not support a memory card.
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time; International) · eSIM + eSIM (8 or more, max 2 at a time; USA) · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM (China).
No, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Yes, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has stereo speakers.
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max uses USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort.
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, hotspot.
