Quick Verdict
- Choose Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Performance
64.0
64.0
Camera
70.0
70.0
Battery
66.0
86.0 ★
Gaming
63.0
63.0
Overall
71.2
75.2 ★
Value for Money
Equal
Equal
Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Battery Winner
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
86.0/100
Overall Winner
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
75.2/100
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
Tie
📷 Camera
Tie
🔋 Battery
🏆 Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
🎮 Gaming
Tie
💰 Value
Tie
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.30"
6.90"
Display Type
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits
Resolution
1206x2622
1320x2868
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A20 Pro (2 nm)
Apple A20 Pro (2 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (7-core graphics)
Apple GPU (7-core graphics)
RAM
12 GB
12 GB
Storage
256 GB
256 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
48 MP, f/1.5-4.0, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS (gen2) 48 MP, f/2.8, 100mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF, 3D sensor‑shift OIS, 4x optical zoom 48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF TOF 3
48 MP, f/1.5-4.0, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS (gen2) 48 MP, f/2.8, 100mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF, 3D sensor‑shift OIS, 4x optical zoom 48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF TOF 3
Selfie Camera
18 MP multi-aspect, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide), PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
18 MP multi-aspect, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide), PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
Video Recording
4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 120fps), ProRes, ProRes RAW (up to 120fps), Apple Log 2, 3D
4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 120fps), ProRes, ProRes RAW (up to 120fps), Apple Log 2, 3D
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
4056 mAh
5391 mAh
Charging
Wired, PD3.2, AVS, 50% in 15 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired * eSIM only model battery capacity is offici
Wired, PD3.2, AVS, 50% in 15 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, hotspot
Bluetooth
6.0, A2DP, LE
6.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort
USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time; International)
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time; International)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm (5.91 x 2.83 x 0.35 in)
163.4 x 78 x 8.8 mm (6.43 x 3.07 x 0.35 in)
Weight
211g
249g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, aluminum back/ glass back (Ceramic Shield)
Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, aluminum back/ glass back (Ceramic Shield)
Colors
Black, Silver, Glacier, Burgundy
Black, Silver, Glacier, Burgundy
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 27
iOS 27
Our Verdict
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 75.2/100 overall. It excels in Battery. Apple iPhone 18 Pro puts up a strong fight with a score of 71.2/100.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Pros
- Decent everyday performance
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Average camera
- Below-average battery
- Premium pricing
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Pros
- Decent everyday performance
- All-day battery life
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Average camera
- Premium pricing
- Heavy (249g)
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Apple iPhone 18 Pro or Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max?
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is the overall winner with a score of 75.2/100, winning in 1 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 18 Pro or Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max?
Both phones have identical camera scores.
Which has better battery life?
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has better battery with a score of 86.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Both phones offer similar gaming performance.
Which offers better value for money?
Both phones offer similar value for money.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 18 Pro and Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max?
Apple iPhone 18 Pro costs PKR 565,000 while Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max costs PKR 605,000. The price difference is PKR 40,000.
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