Apple
iPhone 16 Pro Max 512GB (Blue) (Unlocked)
A18 Pro · iOS · 512GB · Blue · Unlocked
96
/ 100
From $1,399
VS
Apple
iPhone 17 Pro Max
A19 Pro · 6.9″ OLED · IP68
96
/ 100
From $1,199
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, iPhone 16 Pro Max 512GB (Blue) (Unlocked) lands at 96 and iPhone 17 Pro Max at 96. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick iPhone 16 Pro Max 512GB (Blue) (Unlocked) if…
- ✓iOS ecosystem
- ✓Long update support
- ✓Polished hardware
Pick iPhone 17 Pro Max if…
- ✓A19 Pro chip
- ✓Up to 39 hours video playback
- ✓Up to 2 TB storage
iPhone 16 Pro Max 512GB (Blue) (Unlocked) 96
vs 96 iPhone 17 Pro Max
Score breakdown
iPhone 16 Pro Max 512GB (Blue) (Unlocked)
96 cpu 96
gpu 94
camera 95
battery 90
display 93
design 96
iPhone 17 Pro Max
96 cpu 98
gpu 96
camera 95
battery 92
display 95
design 95
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | iPhone 16 Pro Max 512GB (Blue) (Unlocked) | iPhone 17 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | A18 Pro | Apple A19 Pro chip |
| Storage | ▲ 512GB | 256 / 512 GB / 1 / 2 TB |
| OS | iOS 18 | iOS 26 |
| Release year | 2024 | — |
| Display | — | 6.9″ OLED, 2868×1320 at 460 ppi |
| Battery (video) | — | Up to 39 hours |
| Charging | — | 50% in 20 min with 40W adapter; MagSafe up to 25W |
| Weight | — | 233 g |
| IP rating | — | IP68 (6 m, 30 min) |
iPhone 16 Pro Max 512GB (Blue) (Unlocked)
Pros
- +iOS ecosystem
- +Long update support
- +Polished hardware
Cons
- −Premium pricing
- −Limited customization
- −Lightning/USB-C split across generations
iPhone 17 Pro Max
Pros
- +A19 Pro chip
- +Up to 39 hours video playback
- +Up to 2 TB storage
Cons
- −Premium price
- −Weighs 233 g
- −Wired charging requires 40W+ adapter
FAQ: iPhone 16 Pro Max 512GB (Blue) (Unlocked) vs iPhone 17 Pro Max
Which is better, iPhone 16 Pro Max 512GB (Blue) (Unlocked) or iPhone 17 Pro Max? +
Both score 96 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is iPhone 16 Pro Max 512GB (Blue) (Unlocked) worth the price? +
At $1,399, iPhone 16 Pro Max 512GB (Blue) (Unlocked) delivers a Specdex score of 96 — strongest in cpu.
Is iPhone 17 Pro Max worth the price? +
At $1,199, iPhone 17 Pro Max delivers a Specdex score of 96 — strongest in cpu.
Does iPhone 16 Pro Max 512GB (Blue) (Unlocked) or iPhone 17 Pro Max last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.