Google Pixel 11 Pro XL vs Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL scores 8.4 in our rating, and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max scores 7.6. The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads in display, camera, software support and value for money, while the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is ahead in design. At launch in the US, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max cost $100 less ($1,199 vs $1,299). The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is the newer phone, announced Aug 12, 2026.
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Key differences
Why choose the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
- Bigger battery 5,115 mAh vs 4,422 mAh
- Bigger screen 6.8 inches vs 6.7 inches
- Brighter screen 3,600 nits vs 2,000 nits
- Newer model Aug 12, 2026 vs Sep 12, 2023
- Faster wireless charging 25 W vs 15 W
- More RAM 12 GB / 16 GB vs 8 GB
Why choose the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- Lower launch price $1,199 vs $1,299
- Lighter 221 g vs 226 g
- Thinner 8.25 mm vs 8.5 mm
- Secure 3D face unlock
PhoneRanked scores
Calculated from specs, relative to phones from the same year and price range. How we rate phones
Spec
Google Pixel 11 Pro XLApple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Overall
8.4
7.6
Display
8.7
8.2
Performance
7.7
7.6
Camera
8.6
8.3
Battery
6.0
5.9
Design
8.3
8.7
Software support
9.2
3.5
Value for money
5.0
4.7
Display
Spec
Google Pixel 11 Pro XLApple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Size
6.8 inches
6.7 inches
Type
OLED, Super Actua
OLED, Super Retina XDR
Resolution
1344 × 2992 px
1290 × 2796 px
Pixel density
486 ppi
460 ppi
Refresh rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
Adaptive refresh
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Peak brightness
3,600 nits
2,000 nits
HDR
—
HDR10, Dolby Vision
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Ceramic Shield
Performance
Spec
Google Pixel 11 Pro XLApple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Process
3 nm
3 nm
Max CPU clock
4.11 GHz
—
GPU
PowerVR CXTP-48-1536
Apple 6-core GPU
RAM
12 GB / 16 GB
8 GB
Storage
256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB
256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB
microSD slot
✕ No
✕ No
Cameras
Spec
Google Pixel 11 Pro XLApple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Main camera
50 MP, f/1.68, 1/1.3"
48 MP, f/1.78
Optical stabilization
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Ultrawide
48 MP
12 MP
Telephoto
48 MP, 5× optical
12 MP, 5× optical, periscope
Optical zoom
5×
5×
Rear cameras
3
3
Rear video
8K@30
4K@60
Front camera
42 MP
12 MP
Front video
4K@60
4K@60
Battery and charging
Spec
Google Pixel 11 Pro XLApple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Capacity
5,115 mAh
4,422 mAh
Battery type
—
Li-Ion
Wired charging
45 W
—
Wireless charging
25 W
15 W
Reverse wireless
✕ No
✕ No
Charger in box
✕ No
✕ No
Design and build
Spec
Google Pixel 11 Pro XLApple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Dimensions
162.7 × 76.5 × 8.5 mm
159.9 × 76.7 × 8.25 mm
Thickness
8.5 mm
8.25 mm
Weight
226 g
221 g
Form factor
Bar
Bar
Frame
Aluminum
Titanium
Back
Glass
Glass
Water resistance
IP68
IP68
Fingerprint
—
None
3D face unlock
✕ No
✓ Yes
SIM
eSIM only
eSIM only
Colors
Canyon, Olive, Fog, Obsidian (matte)
Natural Titanium, Blue Titanium, White Titanium, Black Titanium
Connectivity and features
Spec
Google Pixel 11 Pro XLApple iPhone 15 Pro Max
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 7
Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth
6.0
5.3
USB
USB-C 3.x
USB-C 3.x
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
3.5 mm jack
✕ No
✕ No
Stereo speakers
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Satellite
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
IR blaster
✕ No
✕ No
Software
Spec
Google Pixel 11 Pro XLApple iPhone 15 Pro Max
OS at launch
Android 17
iOS 17
OS updates
7 years
—
Security updates
7 years
—
Launch and price
Spec
Google Pixel 11 Pro XLApple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Announced
Aug 12, 2026
Sep 12, 2023
Released
Aug 20, 2026
Sep 22, 2023
Status
Released
Discontinued
US launch price
$1,299
$1,199
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