Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max

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3rd best phone of 2024 (~$1199)

6.9-inch

227g

8.3mm

27W

waterproof

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* Screen covers 91.4% of body.

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Last update: 2024-10-14

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

The Best Phone Of 2024: #3

The Highest Optical Zoom Of 2024: #4

The Largest Screen Size Of 2024: #6

The Smallest Screen Size Of 2024: #69

The Lightest Phone Of 2024: #63

The Thinnest Phone Of 2024: #35

The Fastest Charging Speed Of 2024: #61

The Highest Screen To Body Ratio Of 2024: #8

The Cheapest Phone Of 2024: #66

GSMCritic Camera Score: 99