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Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 6 Pro Comparison

A detailed, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right phone.
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Apple
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
9.0 / 10
Compass Score
From 51 critic reviews
Full review →
Google Pixel 6 Pro
Google
Google Pixel 6 Pro
8.9 / 10
Compass Score
From 61 critic reviews
Full review →
Verdict

Pros & cons

iPhone 14 Pro Max

Feels like last year’s model with a premium, but excels in display brightness and battery life.

+
Good
+ Stunning display
+ Dynamic Island feature
+ Powerful A16 chip
+ Long battery life
+ Excellent camera quality
−
Not
− High price
− Hefty and bulky
− No major design change
− eSIM only in US
− Lacks Wi-Fi 6E

Pixel 6 Pro

Reviewers consistently refer to the Google Pixel 6 Pro as one of the best Android phones ever released. If you’re looking for an Android phone that can compete with Apple’s iPhone on polish and performance, this is as close as it gets.

+
Good
+ Android 12
+ Impressive cameras
+ Great new design
+ Priced lower than competitors
−
Not
− Average battery
− Some camera features can be tricky
− Finicky fingerprint sensor
Spec data

How they compare

Choosing the cheaper Pixel 6 Pro means giving up most on: Camera zoom

iPhone 14 Pro Max
Pixel 6 Pro
Price (MSRP)
$1,099
Price (MSRP)
$899
OS
iOS
OS
Android
Processor
Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) Hexa-core
Processor
Google Tensor (5 nm) Octa-core
Camera zoom
6×
Camera zoom
—
Battery life
—
Battery life
—
Wired charging
—
Wired charging
30W
Wireless charging
15W
Wireless charging
23W
Display
Color
Display
Color
Software support
—
Software support
—
Repairability
—
Repairability
—
Weight
240g (8.5 oz)
Weight
210g (7.4 oz)
Fingerprint
No
Fingerprint
Yes
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value where a clear winner exists.
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Third-party data

Testing & benchmarks

iPhone 14 Pro Max
Pixel 6 Pro
DxOMark v5
146
photo 143 · video 149
DxOMark v5
—
AnTuTu v10
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AnTuTu v10
—
GSMArena endurance
—
GSMArena endurance
—
iFixit repairability
—
iFixit repairability
—
Physical comparison

Size & weight

Footprint · to scale
iPhone 14 Pro Max
6.3" × 3.1"
Pixel 6 Pro
6.5" × 3"
Thickness · to scale
iPhone 14 Pro Max
0.3"
Pixel 6 Pro
0.4"
Height
6.3" (160.7 mm)
Height
6.5" (163.9 mm)
Width
3.1" (77.6 mm)
Width
3" (75.9 mm)
Depth
0.3" (7.9 mm)
Depth
0.4" (8.9 mm)
Weight
240g (8.5 oz)
Weight
210g (7.4 oz)
Screen
6.7"
Screen
6.7"

Dimensions shown in inches (mm). Silhouettes are proportionally scaled for visual comparison.

Common questions

iPhone 14 Pro Max vs Pixel 6 Pro: FAQ

Which is better, the iPhone 14 Pro Max or Pixel 6 Pro?
Based on aggregated critic reviews, the iPhone 14 Pro Max earns a Compass Score of 9.0 compared to 8.9 for the Pixel 6 Pro. That 0.1-point gap reflects stronger reviews across the board, though individual priorities like camera quality, battery life, or price could tip the scales the other way. Scores aggregate dozens of expert opinions, so they are a useful starting point, not the final word.
Which phone is more affordable, the iPhone 14 Pro Max or Pixel 6 Pro?
The Pixel 6 Pro launches at $899, which is $200 less than the iPhone 14 Pro Max at $1,099. Street prices shift after launch, so check current deals for both phones before deciding.
Should I buy the iPhone 14 Pro Max or the Pixel 6 Pro?
Our critics' take on the iPhone 14 Pro Max: "Feels like last year’s model with a premium, but excels in display brightness and battery life." On the Pixel 6 Pro: "Reviewers consistently refer to the Google Pixel 6 Pro as one of the best Android phones ever released." Both phones have clear strengths in different areas; scroll through the comparison above to see which trade-offs align with your priorities.

Specifications sourced from manufacturers and third-party databases. Last updated October 2026. Suggest a correction →