Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL comes out ahead overall, scoring 77.5% to 22.5% across the categories compared — particularly battery capacity (5200 mAh vs 4823 mAh).
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max scored 22.5%, Google Pixel 10 Pro XL scored 77.5%.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is priced around $1199, Google Pixel 10 Pro XL around $999.
How Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Google Pixel 10 Pro XL Rank
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Apple A19 Pro ranks in the top 9% of 37 chipsets we track.
Glass/Aluminum build ranks in the top 40% of 5 build materials we track.
Wi-Fi 7 ranks in the top 25% of 4 Wi-Fi standards we track.
4K@24/25/30/60fps front camera video ranks in the top 43% of 7 front-video specs we track.
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
Tensor G5 ranks in the top 57% of 37 chipsets we track.
LTPO OLED display ranks in the top 50% of 16 display types we track.
Glass/Aluminum build ranks in the top 40% of 5 build materials we track.
Wi-Fi 7 ranks in the top 25% of 4 Wi-Fi standards we track.
4K@30/60fps front camera video ranks in the top 15% of 7 front-video specs we track.
8K@30fps main camera video ranks in the top 69% of 16 video-recording specs we track.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 10 Pro XL: Display
| Spec |
 Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
|
 Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
|
|---|---|---|
| Display size | 6.9 in | 6.8 in |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Brightness | 1000 nits | 2200 nits |
| Display type | LTPO Super Retina | LTPO OLED |
| Resolution | 1320 x 2868 | 1344 x 2992 |
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 10 Pro XL: Camera
| Spec |
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
|
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
|
|---|---|---|
| Main camera resolution | 48 MP | 50 MP |
| Ultrawide camera resolution | 48 MP | 48 MP |
| Periscope camera resolution | 48 MP | 48 MP |
| Front camera resolution | 18 MP | 42 MP |
| Periscope zoom | 4 x | 5 x |
| Main aperture | 1.8 f | 1.7 f |
| Front aperture | 1.9 f | 2.2 f |
| Ultrawide aperture | 2.2 f | 1.7 f |
| Optical image stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Main video | 4K@120fps | 8K@30fps |
| Front video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps | 4K@30/60fps |
| Camera features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) | Multi-zone Laser AF, LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR, panorama, Best Take, Zoom Enhance |
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 10 Pro XL: Battery
| Spec |
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
|
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
|
|---|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 4823 mAh | 5200 mAh |
| Charge time | 20 min | 30 min |
| Wired charging | 25 W | 45 W |
| Wireless charging | 25 W | 25 W |
| Charging port | USB-C | USB-C |
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 10 Pro XL: Performance
| Spec |
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
|
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
|
|---|---|---|
| RAM | 12 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Chipset | Apple A19 Pro | Tensor G5 |
| Storage options | 256GB, 512GB, 12GB, 12GB | 256GB, 512GB, 16GB |
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 10 Pro XL: Network & Connectivity
| Spec |
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
|
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
|
|---|---|---|
| 5G (sub-6) | Yes | Yes |
| 5G (mmWave) | No | No |
| 5G capable | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 6 | 6 |
| Wi-Fi generation | 7 | 7 |
| SIM type | Nano-SIM/eSIM | Nano-SIM/eSIM |
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 10 Pro XL: Build & Design
| Spec |
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
|
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
|
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 233 g | 232 g |
| Thickness | 8.8 mm | 8.5 mm |
| Build material | Glass/Aluminum | Glass/Aluminum |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Available colors | Silver, Cosmic Orange, Deep Blue | Moonstone, Jade, Porcelain, Obsidian |
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 10 Pro XL: OS & Software
| Spec |
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
|
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
|
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | iOS 26 | Android |
| OS version | — | 16 |
| Update policy | Not Specified | 7 Updates |
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 10 Pro XL: Audio
| Spec |
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
|
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
|
|---|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | No | No |
| Stereo speakers | Yes | Yes |
| Headphone jack | No | No |
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 10 Pro XL: Extras & Features
| Spec |
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
|
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
|
|---|---|---|
| Desktop mode | No | No |
| Stylus support | No | No |
| Satellite connectivity | No | No |
| Wireless reverse charging | Yes | Yes |
Where each phone wins
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- Charge time: 20 min (vs 30 min)
- Front aperture: 1.9 f (vs 2.2 f)
- Display size: 6.9 in (vs 6.8 in)
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- Battery capacity: 5200 mAh (vs 4823 mAh)
- Wired charging: 45 W (vs 25 W)
- Main camera resolution: 50 MP (vs 48 MP)
- Front camera resolution: 42 MP (vs 18 MP)
- Periscope zoom: 5 x (vs 4 x)
- Main aperture: 1.7 f (vs 1.8 f)
- Ultrawide aperture: 1.7 f (vs 2.2 f)
- Brightness: 2200 nits (vs 1000 nits)
- RAM: 16 GB (vs 12 GB)
- Weight: 232 g (vs 233 g)
- Thickness: 8.5 mm (vs 8.8 mm)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better battery capacity, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has the better battery capacity at 5200 mAh, versus 4823 mAh on the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max.
Which has the better main camera resolution, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has the better main camera resolution at 50 MP, versus 48 MP on the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max.
Which has the better RAM, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has the better RAM at 16 GB, versus 12 GB on the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max.
Which has the better display size, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has the better display size at 6.9 in, versus 6.8 in on the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL.