iPhone 16 Pro Max Review
9.0/ 10
Verdict
Apple refines the formula with stellar battery life and the most capable iPhone camera system yet.
Pros
- Incredible all-day battery life
- A18 Pro chip sets performance records
- Beautiful ProMotion OLED display
- Excellent 5x optical zoom camera
- Outstanding video recording capabilities
Cons
- 27W charging is painfully slow
- 8GB RAM feels limiting for future-proofing
- Heavy at 227g
- Still no USB-C 3.0 on base iPhones
Design
The iPhone 16 Pro Max is a refined evolution rather than a revolution. The titanium frame is lighter and more durable, while the new 6.9-inch display features even slimmer bezels. The Ceramic Shield front and frosted glass back give the device a premium feel that's unmistakably Apple.
Performance
The A18 Pro chip continues Apple's tradition of leading mobile performance benchmarks. Real-world performance is buttery smooth, with iOS 18's animations feeling incredibly polished. The chip also enables advanced Apple Intelligence features that run entirely on-device.