99
GSMCritic Camera Score
103
Users' Score
#19
Best Camera
Reviews
Overall rating and the reviews that impact it
90
GSMCritic Score
Excellent
Pros
Camera
4K Slo-mo Recording: Delivers astonishingly detailed video at ultra-high resolutions.
Improved Camera System: Enhanced ultrawide lens for better photography in challenging conditions.
Great for Content Creators: Excellent camera and audio make it a strong choice for content creation.
Performance
Powerful Silicon: Ensures unmatched multimedia production capabilities and overall device performance.
Power Efficiency: Silicon inside offers great power efficiency without sacrificing performance.
Excellent Multitasking: Handles multiple apps and intensive tasks with ease.
Design
Elegant Design: Combines luxury and durability with corrosion-resistant materials.
Premium Feel: The phone feels high-quality in hand.
Durability: Materials used are durable and corrosion-resistant.
Display
Expanded Display: The larger screen with minimized bezels offers an immersive viewing experience.
Sharp and Vibrant OLED Panel: Excellent for content consumption and productivity.
Battery
Exceptional Battery Life: Lasts a full day of really heavy use.
Software
iOS 18 Customization: The most customizable version of Apple's operating system, enhancing user interaction and flexibility.
Apple Intelligence AI: Glimpse into the future of AI on Apple devices (though still in beta).
Audio
Stereo Sound: Exceptional stereo audio experience for media consumption.
Audio Mix Feature: Professional-quality sound capture during video recording.
Other
Enhanced Siri: Faster responses and greater accuracy.
Action Button: New addition for functionality (though somewhat underutilized).
Cons
Camera
Camera Zoom Capabilities: Advanced zoom features haven't seen significant improvements, leaving some users underwhelmed.
Muted Finish Options: This generation offers fewer vibrant colors than previous models.
Design
Button Placement for Camera Control: Not perfectly placed, making one-handed use difficult in some scenarios.
Large Size and Weight: Might be cumbersome for users with smaller hands or those preferring compact devices.
One-handed Use: More difficult due to increased dimensions and weight.
Dated Back Design: Largely unchanged from previous models, making the back look less innovative.
Lack of Bold Color Options: The absence of the rumored "Blue Titanium" colorway left some users disappointed.
Battery
Slow Charging Speeds: Falls behind competitors; testing by iFanr reveals that the charging speed remains at 27W.
Price
High Price: May cause hesitation for casual users considering an upgrade.
Software
Beta AI Features: Apple Intelligence is still in beta, with some exciting features unavailable at launch.
Audio
No 3.5mm Headphone Jack: Continuing omission forces users toward wireless options or adapters.
Storage
Lack of Expandable Memory: Power users may be disappointed by the absence of storage expansion, relying solely on internal memory.
Availability
Regional Limitations: Not all new AI capabilities are available in every region.
Rankings
Where Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max stands in 2024
Best Phone Of 2024
🥉#3
Highest Optical Zoom
#4
Largest Screen
#6
Smallest Screen
#69
Lightest
#63
Thinnest
#35
Fastest Charging
#61
Highest Screen Ratio
#8
Cheapest
#66
Camera Rate
99
