Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
Our Verdict: The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL came out in 2026, after the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max in 2023, so it's the more recent phone. The Pixel 11 Pro XL has a slightly higher-resolution main camera, 50MP against the iPhone 15 Pro Max 5G's 48MP, plus a 42MP selfie camera against 12MP, and the Pixel 11 Pro XL packs the bigger battery, 5115mAh against 4422mAh, but capacity doesn't compare cleanly across iOS and Android, so it isn't a battery-life verdict on its own. The Pixel 11 Pro XL has the sharper display at 482 PPI to 460. For most people the iPhone 15 Pro Max 5G does the job for less, and the Pixel 11 Pro XL isn't worth the premium here.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max 5G is the cheaper one to own: around £861 over a typical contract, £88 less than the Pixel 11 Pro XL.
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| Expert Rating | 4.5 12 reviews |
3.8 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.8" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | LTPO OLED |
| Resolution | 1290 x 2796 | 1344 x 2992 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 460 | 482 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 42 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A17 Pro | Google Tensor G6 (2 nm) |
| Battery | 4,422 mAh | 5,115 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android 17 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 159.9 x 76.7 x 8.3 mm | 162.7 x 76.5 x 8.5 mm |
| Weight | 221 grams | 226 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£68.17/mo
£30.00 upfront |
£29.99/mo
£199.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £525.00 | £1099.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Google Pixel 11 Pro XL cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is cheaper on contract at £860.54 over the life of the deal from £68.17 per month with £30.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Google Pixel 11 Pro XL?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL has the sharper display at 482 pixels per inch versus 460, and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL has a LTPO OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Google Pixel 11 Pro XL?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL has a 50 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 15 Pro Max or Google Pixel 11 Pro XL?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £525.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Google Pixel 11 Pro XL?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Google Pixel 11 Pro XL use?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A17 Pro , while the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL uses the Google Tensor G6 (2 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Google Pixel 11 Pro XL?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is the more portable of the two: it's 5g lighter at 221 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 159.9 x 76.7 x 8.3 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Google Pixel 11 Pro XL?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Google Pixel 11 Pro XL run?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max runs Apple iOS and the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL runs Android 17. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.