Apple iPhone Xs Max
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Secondary Camera: 7 MPix f/2.2, videos in up to 1080p at 60 FPS
Price comparison
Average of 89 scores (from 154 reviews)
Reviews for the Apple iPhone Xs Max
The iPhone XS Max is Apple’s largest and most expensive iPhone yet. However, Apple has not brought as many new features to the party as many would have liked. Find out in our review whether bigger and faster is enough for the iPhone XS Max to take our coveted throne at the top of the smartphone pile. Update: Test completed.
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Support, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/10/2024
Source: Techradar
Apple finally delivers an iPhone with a huge screen, and for movie-watching, game-playing fans the iPhone XS Max is an exciting new addition to the range. It certainly costs a lot, but if you can get past the price (which many won't be able to) the XS Max offers up a super, supersized experience.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/07/2021
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Techradar
Apple finally delivers an iPhone with a huge screen, and for movie-watching, game-playing fans the iPhone XS Max is an exciting new addition to the range. It certainly costs a lot, but if you can get past the price (which many won't be able to) the XS Max offers up a super, supersized experience.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/12/2021
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Techradar
Apple finally delivers an iPhone with a huge screen, and for movie-watching, game-playing fans the iPhone XS Max is an exciting new addition to the range. It certainly costs a lot, but if you can get past the price (which many won't be able to) the XS Max offers up a super, supersized experience.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/23/2021
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Pocket Lint Archive.org version
Even after 18 months using it the iPhone XS Max is hard to fault. It's fluid, fast and effortless, and is a premium package that looks and feels great in the hand. It's also significantly cheaper than the 11 Pro Max.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/27/2020
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: Techradar Archive.org version
Apple finally delivers an iPhone with a huge screen, and for movie-watching, game-playing fans the iPhone XS Max is an exciting new addition to the range. It certainly costs a lot, but if you can get past the price (which many won't be able to) the XS Max offers up a super, supersized experience.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/21/2020
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Tom's Guide Archive.org version
The iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max are among the best phones you can buy, and if you've been holding off on upgrading your iPhone 7 or iPhone 6s, either one of these handsets will feel like a huge leap forward. The cameras are miles better — especially in low light — and the A12 chip provides a big speed boost.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/05/2019
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: DxOMark Archive.org version
Overall, it’s a little surprising to see the older iPhone XS Max beat more recent flagship devices such as the Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ and Apple’s own iPhone 11 Pro Max, and that it is surpassed only by the Huawei Mate 20 X. Despite the need for improvement to memo and voice recording, the XS Max’s good spatial results and its impressive results for handling higher volumes with relatively little distortion make it clear that Apple has ensured that the iPhone XS Max will maintain a leading position in audio playback and recording for some time to come.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/10/2019
Rating: Total score: 74%
Source: Techradar Archive.org version
Apple finally delivers an iPhone with a huge screen, and for movie-watching, game-playing fans the iPhone XS Max is an exciting new addition to the range. It certainly costs a lot, but if you can get past the price (which many won't be able to) the XS Max offers up a super, supersized experience.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/19/2019
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Pocket Lint Archive.org version
Even after nearly a year using it the iPhone XS Max is hard to fault. It's fluid, fast and effortless, and is a premium package that looks and feels great in the hand. Of course, you could look down the spec list and say "OnePlus 7 Pro has a much better display" or "the Pixel 3 takes better photos", but neither of those elements are so noticeably different that you feel you'd miss out. What's more, iPhone still offers a fantastic all-round experience thanks to quality design, display, camera, battery life and - let's not forget - it's very strong ecosystem. It may be too big for some, or too expensive for others, but there's always the iPhone XS or iPhone 11 Pro and Pro Max for those who think the former, and the upcoming iPhone XR or 11 for those who think the latter.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/13/2019
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: Macworld.co.uk Archive.org version
In some ways the XS Max could be your perfect phone. It brings the option of a larger screen to those for whom 5.8in just isn’t enough and is the first iPhone to cater for those who need two SIMs. It also brings upgrades to photos (Smart HDR), videos (extended dynamic range) and audio (better stereo). However, it remains tricky to justify the high price, especially if 64GB isn’t enough storage for you. Battery life could be better and while performance is great, it isn’t a huge jump up from the iPhone 8 or X.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/13/2019
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Techradar Archive.org version
Apple finally delivers an iPhone with a huge screen, and for movie-watching, game-playing fans the iPhone XS Max is an exciting new addition to the range. It certainly costs a lot, but if you can get past the price (which many won't be able to) the XS Max offers up a super, supersized experience.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 08/21/2019
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Macworld.co.uk Archive.org version
In some ways the XS Max could be your perfect phone. It brings the option of a larger screen to those for whom 5.8in just isn’t enough and is the first iPhone to cater for those who need two SIMs.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/16/2019
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Techradar Archive.org version
Apple finally delivers an iPhone with a huge screen, and for movie-watching, game-playing fans the iPhone XS Max is an exciting new addition to the range. It certainly costs a lot, but if you can get past the price (which many won't be able to) the XS Max offers up a super, supersized experience.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 08/06/2019
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Tom's Guide Archive.org version
The iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max are among the best phones you can buy, and if you've been holding off on upgrading your iPhone 7 or iPhone 6s, either one of these handsets will feel like a huge leap forward. The cameras are miles better — especially in low light — and the A12 chip provides a big speed boost.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/10/2019
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Pocket Lint Archive.org version
It may be too big for some, or too expensive for others, but there's always the iPhone XS for those who think the former, and the upcoming iPhone XR for those who think the latter. If you want the biggest, baddest iPhone in town, the XS Max is the one for you. It's glorious.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/24/2019
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: Tom's Guide Archive.org version
The iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max are among the best phones you can buy, and if you've been holding off on upgrading your iPhone 7 or iPhone 6s, either one of these handsets will feel like a huge leap forward. The cameras are miles better — especially in low light — and the A12 chip provides a big speed boost.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/01/2019
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Tom's Guide Archive.org version
The iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max are among the best phones you can buy, and if you've been holding off on upgrading your iPhone 7 or iPhone 6s, either one of these handsets will feel like a huge leap forward. The cameras are miles better — especially in low light — and the A12 chip provides a big speed boost.
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 03/25/2019
Source: Techradar Archive.org version
Apple finally delivers an iPhone with a huge screen, and for movie-watching, game-playing fans the iPhone XS Max is an exciting new addition to the range. It certainly costs a lot, but if you can get past the price (which many won't be able to) the XS Max offers up a super, supersized experience.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/08/2019
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Android Authority Archive.org version
To me, the iPhone is the phone for the average consumer. It simplifies complexity. I think this idea also reflects in its camera. The iPhone XS Max has a good camera that seems to do everything well, but nothing amazingly.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/03/2019
Rating: Total score: 77%
Source: DxOMark Archive.org version
For iPhone enthusiasts wedded to the iOS ecosystem, it’s important that Apple stays on top of its game for photography. It has by and large done that with its rear cameras, and iPhone devices always rank high in our database of smartphone image quality. Now that more and more smartphone images are selfies, however, manufacturers are aware they need to continue developing front cameras to keep consumers loyal.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/22/2019
Source: Tom's Guide Archive.org version
The iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max are among the best phones you can buy, and if you've been holding off on upgrading your iPhone 7 or iPhone 6s, either one of these handsets will feel like a huge leap forward. The cameras are miles better — especially in low light — and the A12 chip provides a big speed boost.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/15/2019
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: NDTV Gadgets Archive.org version
On the other hand, if you don't have access to unlimited funds, you should seriously give the iPhone XR a look. Despite lacking a few features of its more expensive brethren, it isn't a compromised device by any means. Read our iPhone XR review to decide if it should be your next smartphone.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/31/2018
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 60% performance: 100% display: 90% mobility: 80% workmanship: 90%
Source: Trusted Reviews Archive.org version
It’s expensive and won’t be for everyone, but the iPhone XS Max is a great phone in just about every area.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/24/2018
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 60% performance: 100% display: 100% mobility: 80% workmanship: 80%
Source: Tom's Guide Archive.org version
The iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max are among the best phones you can buy, and if you've been holding off on upgrading your iPhone 7 or iPhone 6s, either one of these handsets will feel like a huge leap forward. The cameras are miles better — especially in low light — and the A12 chip provides a big speed boost.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/11/2018
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Hardware Zone Archive.org version
You could also get a pretty capable portable gaming system such as the ASUS ROG Hero II GL504GM. Packed with good hardware like an Intel Core i7-8750H processor, 16GB of memory, a GeForce GTX 1060 GPU, 128GB of PCIe SSD, a 1TB HDD and a 144Hz G-Sync IPS display, this notebook has all the bases covered. It looks smart and can pass of as a busniess notebook without usual hallmark appearance of a gaming notebook. and it's now going for just S$2,598 at Courts. That's $100 off the recommended retail price and is just a $250 top-up to get a competent gaming notebook over the maximum capacity edition of the iPhone XS Max.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/07/2018
Source: CNet Archive.org version
The supersize iPhone XS Max crams a 6.5-inch screen and all of the same great features of the iPhone XS into a Plus-sized body -- but it's not as huge a leap up as you might think.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/28/2018
Rating: Total score: 89% performance: 100% workmanship: 90%
Source: Tech PP Archive.org version
This is simply a whole lot of really smart phone for a lot of money. But the odd pesky bug and random crash aside, it really has nothing going against it. And a truckload loaded in its favor – that display, that camera, that sound…we could go on, but well, you have read it already.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/26/2018
Rating: Total score: 84% price: 70% performance: 90% workmanship: 85%
Source: Toptenreviews Archive.org version
These are amazing devices, but habe become so expensive that carrying one starts to feel more of a worry than a treat.
Comparison, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/25/2018
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Mobile Syrup Archive.org version
I suspect the average user will feel satisfied with the results, but I do wonder about those who have experienced shooting with different devices. I have surprised more than a few iPhone users with results from other phones. In some circumstances, the iPhone XS and XS Max might turn the tables instead.
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 10/22/2018
Source: Pocket Lint Archive.org version
As an overall experience, the iPhone XS Max is hard to fault. It's fluid, fast and effortless, and is a premium package that looks and feels great in the hand.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/18/2018
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: Tech2 Archive.org version
Is this the best iPhone money can buy? Absolutely. Does it make sense to spend so much on a phone, even if it's an iPhone? Absolutely not.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/17/2018
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 90% display: 90% mobility: 70% workmanship: 80%
Source: Neowin Archive.org version
The main conclusion to any iPhone Xs review that you're going to read is that it's a worthy upgrade from iPhone 8 and earlier, and you shouldn't spend the money if you're coming from an iPhone X. Of course, many of us are now on yearly upgrade plans, where it still makes some level of sense to do so.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/13/2018
Source: Trusted Reviews Archive.org version
It’s expensive and won’t be for everyone, but the iPhone XS Max is a great phone in just about every area.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/12/2018
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 60% performance: 100% display: 100% mobility: 80% workmanship: 80%
Source: Tech PP Archive.org version
That said, there can be no doubt that these cameras are among the best in phoneland in best iPhone tradition, and perhaps the best reason for anyone on an older iPhone to upgrade. Most significantly, however, the new iPhone cameras continue to largely stick to the virtues that made the iPhone perhaps the most used camera in the world: they are simple to use (the UI remains as uncluttered as ever), they work fast, and their results – for all the talk of smart HDR and Beautygate – are closer to what one sees rather than what would please one. Good old WYSWYG – no cameras bite reality quite as well as these ones do, in spite of all the computational magic and the mild enhancements on the selfie front.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/12/2018
Source: Think Digit Archive.org version
At Rs 144990, the iPhone XS Max is not only the most expensive iPhone, but also the best. Its performance is far ahead of its Android counterparts, but when it comes to the camera, it just barely manages to creep past the Pixel 2XL. The iPhone XS Max may be an ideal smartphone for many users, incorporating the best of everything, but you are bound to baulk at the price, especially when you realise that this time, not only is there no fast charger in the box, but the lightning to 3.5mm converter has been removed as well.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/09/2018
Rating: Total score: 74%
Source: Gadgetguy Archive.org version
So, is the iPhone XS Max worth the money? That depends on how you’re paying for it, and if having the ‘best’ is worth it to you. It is indeed a very impressive, cutting edge phone that offers just about the best of everything: looks, performance, camera quality, features, screen, smarts, speakers and more. Is it better than a Samsung Galaxy Note9? Its camera and screen are comparable, and it doesn’t have an S-Pen (stylus) if that’s important to you. However, for many that want to stay within the Apple camp, or even those jumping ship from Android, the iPhone XS, and XS Max especially, will be sure to surprise and delight.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/08/2018
Rating: Total score: 92% price: 80% performance: 100% workmanship: 83%
Source: Bill Bennett Archive.org version
Few people buy a new phone every year. Even fewer are going to do that when the asking price is in the two to three grand range. It’s questionable whether those moving from an iPhone X to the XS Max would get much from an upgrade other than the bigger screen.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/07/2018
Source: It Pro Archive.org version
The new iPhone is, without question, the best phone Apple has ever produced. It’s got an astonishing camera, an improved battery and a gorgeous screen - but whether you think it’s worth the extortionate price is up to you.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/05/2018
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: Know Your Mobile Archive.org version
The biggest and most powerful iPhone yet, and the perfect phone for on-the-move media consumers.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/05/2018
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Macworld.co.uk Archive.org version
The iPhone X was a smartphone that re-energized the iPhone line after what seemed like a long period of stagnation. So the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max have a difficult job following up a tough act. But the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max do a great job on their own and they do not disappoint.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/05/2018
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Stuff TV Archive.org version
A premium phone with a premium price tag. But for Plus fans who couldn’t commit to iPhone X last year, it’s worth the outlay.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/05/2018
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: Cult of Mac Archive.org version
For the first time in 11 years, I did not get Apple’s latest iPhone delivered to my door on launch day. I’ve been using an iPhone X since last November and I was still happy with it; I certainly didn’t see the need to drop another $999 on what seemed like a slightly better device.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/05/2018
Source: AnandTech Archive.org version
Overall, are the new iPhones worth it to upgrade to? If you’re an iPhone X user, I think my answer is no. If you’re coming from an older device, then my answer is… wait it out. When having a hands-on with the XR at the keynote event, my first thought was that this would be the model that would see the most success for Apple this generation. The problem here is that Apple is asking for a lot of money – if you’re entrenched in the iOS ecosystem, I think it’s best to evaluate the individual pros and upgrades that the new iPhone XS brings over your current device.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/05/2018
Source: Tom's Guide Archive.org version
The iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max are among the best phones you can buy, and if you've been holding off on upgrading your iPhone 7 or iPhone 6s, either one of these handsets will feel like a huge leap forward. The cameras are miles better — especially in low light — and the A12 chip provides a big speed boost. Between the two, I'd opt for the iPhone XS Max because of its bigger and more immersive 6.5-inch display and longer battery life, but the iPhone XS is the new iPhone to get if you want something more one-hand friendly.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/04/2018
Source: Gadgets Now Archive.org version
The iPhone XS Max is a solid upgrade on the iPhone X and easily the best iPhone Apple has ever made. The screen is beautiful to look at, the performance is unmatched and even though the cameras aren’t brilliant they are really good. The 512GB variant we got for review is priced at Rs 1,44,900. Look from any angle, and it is a phone that costs way too much.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/03/2018
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: DxOMark Archive.org version
The Apple iPhone XS Max comes with one of the best mobile cameras we have ever tested, and in many areas offers noticeable improvements over last year’s iPhone X. Both still and video image quality in bright light are excellent, with a very wide dynamic range and good detail. Autofocus and image stabilization work swiftly and efficiently, and the camera is very reliable overall, consistently delivering good results.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/03/2018
Source: GSM Arena Archive.org version
The iPhone XS Max supports both wireless charging and fast wired charging, though obviously, you can't benefit from either out of the box. This year Apple has also ditched the 3.5mm-to-Lightning adapter, so if you need one - that'll be extra $9.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/01/2018
Rating: Total score: 88%
Source: Macworld.co.uk Archive.org version
In some ways the XS Max could be your perfect phone. It brings the option of a larger screen to those for whom 5.8in just isn’t enough and is the first iPhone to cater for those who need two SIMs.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/01/2018
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Tom's Guide Archive.org version
While pricey, the iPhone Xs Max delivers an immersive 6.5-inch display, blazing performance and excellent cameras in an elegant design.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/01/2018
Source: Forbes Archive.org version
But to be honest, me complaining about this is like talking to a wall. Most Apple fans do not care, and the company will continue to see record numbers of units regardless. It seems that Apple can afford to be stubborn because their products are revolutionary, and they provide, as ever, a compelling overall package for the vast majority of users.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/01/2018
Source: Ubergizmo English Archive.org version
It’s that time of the year, and iPhone users can get busy shopping after the new iPhone XS, and XS Max have been announced. We’re sorry if you’ve bought your iPhone X last month, and maybe we can suggest reading Ubergizmo more often to keep up with these launches. Let’s get to business and look at how the new iPhone XS and XS Max perform, including against some of the best Android handsets.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/01/2018
Rating: Total score: 87%
Source: Cult of Mac Archive.org version
There’s an old saying: the best computer is the one you have with you. And you iPhone is always going to be with you. The iPad mini, on the other hand, is something extra you have to remember to bring.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/30/2018
Source: The Indian Express Archive.org version
The best phone has to come at a price, and in India that is Rs 1,09,900. But if you can afford it, the chances are you will not regret it one bit.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/29/2018
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Slashgear Archive.org version
Despite just preaching restraint, I can’t really criticize you for wanting to just pick up the iPhone XS or iPhone XS Max today rather than waiting. Apple’s new flagships look and feel great; their cameras are reliably excellent; and they have the performance and screen quality you’d hope for. That doesn’t, though, make them the right smartphones for everybody.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/28/2018
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Tech Advisor Archive.org version
In some ways the XS Max could be your perfect phone. It brings the option of a larger screen to those for whom 5.8in just isn’t enough and is the first iPhone to cater for those who need two SIMs.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/28/2018
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Zdnet.com Archive.org version
The iPhone XS Max is the best iPhone Apple has ever made. Sure, that can be said about each year's new iPhone crop, but the iPhone XS Max sets the bar for iPhone and Android smartphones.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/28/2018
Rating: Total score: 96%
Source: What Hi-Fi Archive.org version
The iPhone XS Max is simply the best smartphone for movies and music that you can currently buy.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/27/2018
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: Trusted Reviews Archive.org version
It’s expensive and won’t be for everyone, but the iPhone XS Max is a great phone in just about every area.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/27/2018
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 60% performance: 100% display: 100% mobility: 80% workmanship: 80%
Source: Cult of Mac Archive.org version
Everything is very fast and responsive. Apps spring right open. Photos scroll without delay. Maps render without a hiccup. Everything is basically instantaneous, and it’s a joy.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/26/2018
Source: T3 Archive.org version
Apple’s most advanced phone gets even more advanced. iPhone X owners won't find a lot here to tempt them other than the camera, but coming from an older iPhone will be a revelation. If you want the most premium handset possible, you've found it.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/26/2018
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: Phone Arena Archive.org version
The iPhone XS and XS Max are your best choice if you’re looking for a no-compromise smartphone experience (and money’s not an issue). They are not perfect, but their few imperfections are vastly outnumbered by the many, many things they get just right.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/26/2018
Rating: Total score: 93%
Source: Techradar Archive.org version
Apple finally delivers an iPhone with a huge screen, and for movie-watching, game-playing fans the iPhone XS Max is an exciting new addition to the range. It certainly costs a lot, but if you can get past the price (which many won't be able to) the XS Max offers up a super, supersized experience.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/24/2018
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Phone World Archive.org version
After seeing all these heavy prices of 2018 iPhones, I am not impressed at all. They are way too expensive with a few new features, that doesn’t require this much money. If you are having iPhone X and thinking to upgrade then I will say a big NO, and if you are upgrading from iPhone 6 or iPhone 8 then you can but still think of this much money in which you can get a used car. The choice is yours, do tell us in comments!
Comparison, online available, Medium, Date: 09/24/2018
Source: Hardware Zone Archive.org version
Those prices are insane for any smartphone, but if you're an Apple fan, you should already be used to premium pricing. Whether you're willing to shell out that much for a smartphone is up to you, but if you're on the fence, it's worth noting that the original iPhone X is now 10 percent cheaper (but only at the Apple Store), and don't forget, the much more affordable iPhone XR, which shares many of the same features as the XS, is coming next month.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/23/2018
Rating: Total score: 85% price: 65% performance: 95% workmanship: 85%
Source: PC Mag Archive.org version
The iPhone XS Max is the best expression of Apple's smartphone philosophy so far, with a giant, gorgeous screen connecting you to everything.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/22/2018
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: CNet Archive.org version
The supersize iPhone XS Max crams a 6.5-inch screen and all of the same great features of the iPhone XS into a Plus-sized body -- but it's not as huge a leap up as you might think.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/21/2018
Rating: Total score: 89% performance: 100% workmanship: 90%
Source: Engadget Archive.org version
For better or worse, the iPhone XS Max is just a massive iPhone XS. That's great in some ways: its 6.5-inch display is fantastic for watching videos and lining up photos, and there's a much better battery here, too. That said, only a few app and services so far make meaningful use of all this extra screen space. Beyond that, it’s simply going to be too much phone for some people to use comfortably with one hand. (You really need to try it before buying, if possible.) Even so, this is still Apple’s best big smartphone, and it’s more than enough to give Android’s best a run for their money.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/21/2018
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Sydney Morning Herald Archive.org version
And one area where Apple has cut corners is with the power cable. Despite every modern Apple laptop being USB C only, the iPhone still ships with a USB A cable, and the tiny little power adaptor pumps out a measly 5W, so fast charging is only possible by buying another cable and adaptor. This seems ridiculous on a phone with few other compromises.
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 09/19/2018
Source: Mobile Syrup Archive.org version
The iPhone XS and XS Max are stellar smartphones. The pair of devices answer many of the complaints surrounding the iPhone X, including the lack of a larger display option, and the phone's sometimes questionable build quality.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/18/2018
Source: Pocket Lint Archive.org version
As an overall experience, the iPhone XS Max is hard to fault. It's fluid, fast and effortless, and is a premium package that looks and feels great in the hand.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/18/2018
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: The Verge Archive.org version
For everyone else, I think it’s worth waiting to see how the iPhone XR turns out before rushing in. It has the same processor and the same main camera for $750. The only major question is how good its 6.1-inch LCD will look in comparison to the OLED on the XS. But for that, we’ll just have to wait and see next month.
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 09/18/2018
Rating: Total score: 85%
Source: Sydney Morning Herald Archive.org version
It appears as though it's exercising different apertures, post taking the shot, but it's down to the software, King says. "Although I think Apple is pretty transparent about that."
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/18/2018
Source: Best Products Archive.org version
While $1,000 (and up) is surely a lot to spend on a smartphone, we have reached a point where four-digit price tags have become standard for premium offerings. Thankfully, all U.S. carriers offer great trade-in incentives, as well as the option to get a device via monthly installments so you avoid paying face value in one mass sum.
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 09/18/2018
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: India Today Archive.org version
This is a phone that is fast not just now, but it will remain fast for another two or three years. It is a phone that will get regular software updates. It's a phone that offers you better privacy. You can get a better camera in an Android phone like the Pixel 2. Or you can get a great screen in the Note 9. Or fantastic software in OnePlus 6. And these are more affordable phones. But there are something you can get only in the iPhone XS and the iPhone XS Max. And that is worth paying the high price.
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 09/18/2018
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Stuff TV Archive.org version
It has lots of subtle upgrades, from the increased waterproofing to the longer battery life and then some bigger changes, such as the improved cameras, faster processor and upgraded colours on the display compared to the iPhone X.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/13/2018
Source: Pocket Lint Archive.org version
The iPhone Plus range has always fitted a certain type of phone user and the iPhone XS Max answers to those people's needs in a post-Touch ID button world. If you've been a fan of the Plus models in the past, this is certainly going to be a device that you'll want to take a closer look at. But save your pennies - it's also the most expensive phone on the market.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/13/2018
Source: What Hi-Fi Archive.org version
In our brief time with the phone it does have the potential to be Apple's best-ever iPhone, but we'll give you the definitive verdict once our review sample lands.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/13/2018
Source: What Hi-Fi Archive.org version
In our brief time with the phone it does have the potential to be Apple's best-ever iPhone, but we'll give you the definitive verdict once our review sample lands.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/13/2018
Source: CNet Archive.org version
Apple wasn't kidding when it called this phone the iPhone XS Max. When you see it in person, there's no question that this hulking behemoth deserves its name. It looks strikingly similar to an iPhone 8 Plus -- already a big phone -- that grew an even larger, better screen.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/12/2018
Source: Mobile Syrup Archive.org version
Apple’s just announced iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max are not the quantum leap forward some were likely hoping for when it comes to the tech giant’s smartphone line.
Comparison, online available, Medium, Date: 09/12/2018
Source: Gizmodo Archive.org version
É óbvio que tem muita gente que compra fora do Brasil: o preço é menos proibitivo, mesmo com o dólar a quase R$ 4, mas não tem parcelamento. Os R$ 7 mil do iPhone Xs mais simples vira cerca de R$ 4.400 nos EUA (incluindo taxas). Então, meu chute, é que esta nova versão chegue às mãos de pessoas endinheiradas entusiastas da marca ou desenvolvedores que trabalham em aplicações que usam o potencial do chip A12 Bionic. Mesmo assim, para estes públicos que precisam de desempenho, tem o iPhone XR. Ele tem o mesmo chip A12, mas tem uma tela com qualidade inferior e apenas uma câmera na traseira. O preço não é dos mais camaradas, mas, pelo menos, ele começa em R$ 5.199.
Positive: Big screen; powerful processor; high performance; impressive display. Negative: High price.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/26/2018
Foreign Reviews
Source: WinFuture DE→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 12/25/2018
Source: Connect - 12/18
Single Review, , Long, Date: 11/01/2018
Rating: Total score: 86% features: 85% mobility: 100% ergonomy: 77%
Source: Futurezone.at DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/08/2018
Source: Inside Handy DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/05/2018
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Mac Welt DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/28/2018
Source: Computerbase DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/27/2018
Source: n-tv DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/27/2018
Source: WinFuture DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/26/2018
Source: Tech.de DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/24/2018
Rating: Total score: 96% performance: 100% display: 98% mobility: 92% workmanship: 96%
Source: Teltarif DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/24/2018
Rating: Total score: 93% price: 68% performance: 90% display: 90% mobility: 70% workmanship: 90%
Source: Der Standard DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/23/2018
Source: Focus Online DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/21/2018
Source: Golem DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/21/2018
Source: Curved DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/12/2018
Source: Computerhoy ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/06/2018
Rating: Total score: 93% features: 100% display: 90% mobility: 80% workmanship: 90%
Source: MuyComputer ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/04/2018
Rating: Total score: 93% performance: 100% display: 95% mobility: 90% workmanship: 95%
Source: Xataka ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/28/2018
Rating: Total score: 92% performance: 98% display: 95% mobility: 85% workmanship: 93%
Source: Hipertextual ES→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/18/2018
Rating: Total score: 95%
Source: Zona Movilidad ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Big screen; long battery life. Negative: Expensive.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 01/19/2019
Source: Xataka ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful hardware; high performance; excellent cameras. Negative: High price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/04/2018
Source: Tuexperto ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Big screen. Negative: Heavy and bulky.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/05/2018
Source: Tuexperto ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Big screen; excellent display; powerful hardware; high performance; impressive cameras. Negative: Expensive.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/16/2018
Source: Mi Mundo Gadget ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Excellent display; powerful processor; solid workmanship; support waterproof and dust avoiding. Negative: Heavy and bulky; classical design; no microSD card slot; expensive.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/21/2018
Source: Xataka ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful hardware; large screen; excellent display; high performance; long battery life. Negative: High price.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/21/2018
Source: PC Guia PT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/07/2019
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Pplware PT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/25/2018
Rating: Total score: 90% performance: 100% display: 90% mobility: 90% workmanship: 90%
Source: Pplware PT→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Big screen; excellent display; nice cameras; long battery life. Negative: High price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/21/2018
Source: Mobile World IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/25/2018
Rating: Total score: 85% price: 55% features: 90% display: 90% mobility: 80% workmanship: 85% ergonomy: 85%
Source: HDblog.it IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/26/2018
Rating: Total score: 89%
Source: Andrea Galeazzi IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/26/2018
Rating: Total score: 85% price: 60% display: 95% mobility: 79% workmanship: 88%
Source: Leonardo.it Tech IT→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Excellent display; great cameras; nice performance; support dual SIM. Negative: High price.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/01/2018
Source: Techzine NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/03/2018
Rating: Total score: 9% performance: 100% display: 100% workmanship: 90%
Source: XGN NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/28/2018
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: CNet France FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/23/2018
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Phonandroid FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/25/2018
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: 01Net FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/21/2018
Rating: Total score: 86% performance: 100% mobility: 80%
Source: Top for Phone FR→EN Archive.org version
Negative: No microSD card slot; no USB-C; high price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/14/2018
Source: Frandroid FR→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Large screen; nice design; good display; high performance; large battery capacity. Negative: High price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/22/2018
Source: Portables4Gamers FR→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Big screen; beautiful design; excellent cameras; nice display; powerful hardware. Negative: Relatively high price.
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 09/14/2018
Source: Android.com.pl PL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Excellent cameras; high autonomy; nice display.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/30/2018
Source: Log.com.tr TR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/30/2018
Rating: Total score: 98%
Source: Helpix RU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/03/2020
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Helpix RU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/22/2018
Rating: Total score: 99%
Source: Hi-Tech Mail RU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/22/2018
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 100% display: 100% mobility: 70% workmanship: 70%
Source: Hitech Vesti RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful hardware; high performance. Negative: Very expensive.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/30/2019
Source: i2Hard RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Nice display; good cameras. Negative: High price; relatively bulky.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/22/2018
Source: FPT shop VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Beautiful design; solid workmanship; powerful hardware; high performance; excellent display; nice dual cameras.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/22/2020
Source: The Gioididong VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful hardware; high performance; excellent display; long battery life. Negative: Relatively high price.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/10/2020
Source: The Gioididong VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful hardware; high gaming performance; excellent cameras.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/22/2019
Source: The Gioididong VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Premium design; powerful hardware; high performance; excellent cameras.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/21/2019
Source: FPT shop VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: High performance; premium design; excellent speakers; great cameras. Negative: Expensive.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/08/2019
Source: Viettelstore VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Premium design; powerful hardware; high performance; excellent display. Negative: Heavy and bulky; high price.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/07/2018
Source: XT Mobile VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Excellent display; impressive cameras; big screen; solid workmanship. Negative: Relatively high price.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/10/2018
Source: The Gioididong VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Big screen; long battery life; quick charging. Negative: Relatively high price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/09/2018
Source: The Gioididong VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Big screen; nice display; elegant design; high performance; long battery life; excellent cameras. Negative: High price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/23/2018
Source: The Gioididong VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Big screen; powerful hardware; high performance; large battery capacity; excellent cameras. Negative: High price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/14/2018
Source: The Gioididong VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Big screen; excellent display; premium design; powerful hardware; nice cameras. Negative: High price.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/13/2018
Source: Tek.no NO→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/18/2018
Rating: Total score: 95%
Source: Dinside NO→EN Archive.org version
Positive: High performance; nice cameras; decent display; face ID; good speakers. Negative: High price.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/11/2018
Source: Alt om Data DA→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/07/2018
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 10% performance: 90%
Source: Alt om Data DA→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/20/2018
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 20% performance: 100% display: 100% mobility: 70% workmanship: 100%
Source: Mere Mobil.dk DA→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/04/2018
Rating: Total score: 83%
Source: Lyd og Billede DA→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/24/2018
Rating: Total score: 83%
Source: Input DA→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/22/2018
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 50% performance: 100% workmanship: 100%
Source: Mobil DK DA→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/21/2018
Rating: Total score: 84% display: 100% mobility: 80% workmanship: 90%
Source: Mobil DK DA→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Elegant design; big screen; nice cameras; high gaming performance. Negative: High price.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/14/2019
Source: Mobil.se SV→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/28/2018
Rating: Total score: 82%
Source: Ljud och Bild SV→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/21/2018
Rating: Total score: 83%
Source: Unlimited Tech →EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/30/2018
Rating: Total score: 95%
Source: Computerblog.ro →EN Archive.org version
Positive: High performance; great cameras; big screen; decent autonomy; fast system. Negative: Expensive.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/16/2018
Source: Playtech.ro →EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful hardware; high performance; premium design; large battery capacity; solid workmanship.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/10/2018
Comment
Model: The Apple iPhone XS Max is all about its massive, beautiful screen, which is easily better than any other. For the last few years, when there’s been a ‘plus’-sized iPhone, the bigger one has been definitively better. The bigger ‘plus’ screen size also comes with significantly longer battery life than the smaller iPhones and dual cameras instead of single-lens affairs. However, this 6.5-inch model is called the iPhone XS Max instead of ‘plus’ because while it’s bigger than the 5.8-inch iPhone XS, they’re otherwise practically identical. The iPhone XS Max is actually one of the more difficult super-sized phones to handle. That’s partly because it’s marginally wider. They look and feel luxurious in stainless steel, but they’re difficult to get a solid grip on with fingers. The glass back plays with ambient light to deliver different shades, while the shiny colour-matched stainless steel adds a hint of bling. The XS Max is IP68-rated for dust- and water-resistance. That means it can withstand being submerged in 2 meters of water for up to 30 minutes, compared with 1 meter of water for the same amount of time on the iP67-rated iPhone X and iPhone 8. The iPhone XS Max has Apple’s latest processor, the six-core A12 Bionic, which the company says is 15 % faster than last year’s A11 Bionic and up to 50 % more efficient. But it is the integrated AI chip that is up to nine times faster than the old one that apparently makes all the difference. The A12 Bionic is new, and it is not just paired with 64 GB, 256 GB, or 512 GB flash storage, but also 4 GB of LPDDR4 RAM, which is a new high on the iPhone.
The iPhone XS Max has an HDR 6.5-inch Super Retina HD display at 2.688 x 1.242 pixels and 458 pixels per inch. The display is also HDR, spans the DCI-P3 colour range, has 624 cd/m2 max brightness, and 1,000,000:1 typical contrast ratio. The OLED panel is pretty colorful too, covering 123 per cent of the sRGB color gamut. Most photography will be done with the rear-mounted dual 12 MP camera system. It is improved somewhat from the iPhone X with a larger sensor leading to better low-light performance even before software assists, an f/1.8 aperture for wide-angle, and an f/2.4 for telephoto. The optical zoom remains at 2x, with a digital zoom up to 10x. The TrueDepth camera system, responsible for not just selfies but also for Face ID is a 7 MP shooter, with f/2.2 aperture. The photos taken by the XS Max look outstanding on their own, but when compared to the X, there is a slight difference to them. The audio boost in the iPhone XS Max is so good that users will think twice about connecting to a Bluetooth speaker. Apple says it widened the stereo sound to deliver more detail. The iPhone XS Max has a larger capacity of 3,174 mAh. It is the phone to get if a user wants longer endurance. The iPhone XS Max is an amazing device, packed with loads of technology in very much the same way the original iPhone was. Its primary selling point is that enormous, gorgeous screen, which is really only useful for watching video or viewing photos. It is a phone without hardware compromise, with an equally uncompromising price.
Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam
Apple A12 Bionic GPU: Integrated graphics card offering 4 cores designed by Apple with 50% more performance than the previous generation (A11).
Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
A12 Bionic: System on a Chip (SoC) from Apple that integrates a processor (six 64 Bit cores, 2 performance and 4 power saving cores). The A12 Bionic is the first 7nm SoC and offers a 15 % faster CPU performance compared to the A11 according to Apple.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
6.50":
It is a small display format for smartphones. You shouldn't be severely defective in vision, and you won't see much detail on the screen and only have a small resolution available. For that, the device should be small and handy, easy to transport.
» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.Apple: Apple is a US company founded in 1976 by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak and Ronald Wayne. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, the company is known for its innovative products such as the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch, and manufactures computers and consumer electronics as well as operating systems and application software. Apple is also a leading provider of software and services such as the App Store, iTunes and iCloud.
Apple has earned a reputation as a company that focuses on design and ease of use. As for their notebooks, they are mostly in the high-priced segment, have their own operating system, but also run Windows on the newer Macbooks.
Apple is one of the most valuable companies in the world and has a loyal following of customers and fans. The company also has a strong presence in the entertainment industry, with services like Apple Music and Apple TV+. In 2023, Apple had an approximate 8% market share of global PC sales, ranking it 4th after Lenovo, HP, and Dell.
87.44%: This is an above-average rating. Nevertheless, it should not be forgotten that about one fifth of all tested models receive a better rating.
» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.