Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Our Verdict: The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a dramatically higher-resolution main camera, 48MP against the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max's 12MP, and only the Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a 5G phone; the iPhone 11 Pro Max maxes out at 4G. There's more battery in the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, 4650mAh to 3969mAh, but capacity doesn't compare cleanly across iOS and Android, so it isn't a battery-life verdict on its own, and the Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the bigger screen at 8" against 6.5", while the iPhone 11 Pro Max has the sharper one at 456 PPI. Get the Pixel 9 Pro Fold if those extras are worth it to you; otherwise the iPhone 11 Pro Max covers the basics for less.
If you'd rather pay up front, the iPhone 11 Pro Max is the cheaper buy at £159 SIM-free.
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Prices updated 26 July 2026
Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max
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Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
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| Expert Rating | 4.6 17 reviews |
4.2 13 reviews |
| Screen | 6.5" | 8" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | Foldable LTPO AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1242 x 2688 | 2076 x 2152 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 456 | 374 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 10 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) | Google Tensor G4 (4nm) |
| Battery | 3,969 mAh | 4,650 mAh |
| Storage | 64GB, 256GB, 512GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android 14 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 4G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX |
| Dimensions | 158 x 77.8 x 8.1 mm | 155.2 x 150.2 x 5.1 mm |
| Weight | 226 grams | 257 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts | - |
£100.25/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £159.00 | £1149.00 |
| Prices updated 26 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max's 6.5", the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max has the sharper display at 456 pixels per inch versus 374, and the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a Foldable LTPO AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a 48 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £159.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is available in 64GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold use?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold uses the Google Tensor G4 (4nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is the more portable of the two: it's 31g lighter at 226 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 158 x 77.8 x 8.1 mm, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is slimmer at 5.1mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is rated IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold run?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max runs Apple iOS and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold runs Android 14. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.