100
GSMCritic Camera Score
102
Users' Score
#14
Best Camera
Reviews
Overall rating and the reviews that impact it
89
GSMCritic Rate
Very Good
Pros
Camera
Versatile camera system: Rear triple-lens array remains sharp and adaptable for photographers.
Clever selfie tools: Center Stage adapts seamlessly even for landscape selfies taken vertically.
Performance
Top-tier performance: A19 Pro with vapor chamber cooling delivers jaw-dropping speed.
Improved thermal management: Sustained performance holds up even during heavy gaming or machine learning tasks.
Competent AI integration: Enhances multitasking to be smoother and smarter.
Design
Cleaner, bolder aesthetics: The design is sharper and more modern compared to before.
No-compromise build quality: Strong focus on premium materials and craftsmanship.
Display
Brighter, less reflective display: Easier to see outdoors even under harsh light.
High screen quality: Despite unchanged resolution, the panel has excellent color accuracy and responsiveness.
Battery
Class-leading battery life: Outlasts rivals, reducing the need for midday charging.
Software
Professional-grade video features: Strong appeal for content creators and videographers.
Cons
Camera
Limited camera features: Odd restrictions such as the Dual Capture view being limited.
Design
Increased weight and thickness: Noticeably heavier and bulkier than last year’s Pro Max.
Display
Unchanged resolution: Screen sharpness hasn’t advanced compared to past models.
Price
High price: It’s the priciest iPhone yet, making it financially demanding.
Software
AI lacks innovation: Implementation is competent but not groundbreaking.
Audio
Lingering quirks: Issues like Live Translation’s Siri voice clashing with speaker output.
Rankings
Where Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max stands in 2025
Best Phone Of 2025
#6
Highest Optical Zoom
#11
Largest Screen
#7
Smallest Screen
#57
Lightest
#65
Thinnest
#52
Fastest Charging
#49
Highest Screen Ratio
#14
Cheapest
#56
Camera Rate
100
