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Apple iPhone XS Max Specifications
Versions: A2101 (Global market) A1921 (USA, Canada, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands) A2104 (China, Hong Kong); A2102 (Japan)
Apple
Released 2018, Sep 12
4 GB RAM · Apple A12 Bionic (7 nm)
- 208g, 7.7mm thickness
- iOS 12, up to iOS 18.7
- 64GB/256GB/512GB storage, no card slot
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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).
| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 6.2 | — |
| Display | 7.9 | — |
| Performance | 4.5 | — |
| Camera | 7.9 | — |
| Body | 6.4 | — |
| Gaming | 6 | — |
| Software | 9.7 | — |
| Connectivity | 2.5 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
6.5"
1242x2688 pixels
12MP
2160p
4GB RAM
Apple A12 Bionic
3174mAh
15W5W
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE |
|---|---|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| ??? | CDMA 800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | |
| ??? | CDMA2000 1xEV-DO | |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 66 - A2101 | |
| ??? | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 66, 71 - A1921, A2104 | |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (4CA) Cat16 1024/150 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2018, September 12. Released 2018, September 21 |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 157.5 x 77.4 x 7.7 mm (6.20 x 3.05 x 0.30 in) |
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| Weight | 208 g (7.34 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front (Corning-made glass), glass back (Corning-made glass), stainless steel frame | |
| SIM | ?? Nano-SIM + eSIM ?? Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM (China) |
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| ??? | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 2m for 30 min) Apple Pay (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified) |
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Display
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Type | Super Retina OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 625 nits (HBM) |
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| Size | 6.5 inches, 102.9 cm2 (~84.4% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1242 x 2688 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~458 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Scratch-resistant glass | |
| ??? | 3D Touch |
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Platform
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OS | iOS 12, upgradable to iOS 18.7 |
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| Chipset | Apple A12 Bionic (7 nm) | |
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x2.5 GHz Vortex + 4x1.6 GHz Tempest) | |
| GPU | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) |
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Memory
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Card slot | No |
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| Internal | 64GB 4GB RAM, 256GB 4GB RAM, 512GB 4GB RAM | |
| ??? | NVMe |
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Main Camera
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Dual | 12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4??m, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.4, 52mm (telephoto), 1/3.4", 1.0??m, PDAF, OIS, 2x optical zoom |
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| Features | Quad-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) | |
| Video | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR, stereo sound rec. |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 7 MP, f/2.2, 32mm (standard) SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) |
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| Features | HDR | |
| Video | 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
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| 3.5mm jack | No |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot |
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| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | Lightning, USB 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Ion 3174 mAh, non-removable (12.08 Wh) |
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| Charging | 15W wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min Wireless (Qi) |
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Misc
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Colors | Space Gray, Silver, Gold |
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| Models | A1921, A2101, A2102, A2104, iPhone11,6 | |
| SAR | 1.16 W/kg (head) 1.17 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.99 W/kg (head) 0.99 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 200 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Performance | AnTuTu: 353210 (v7) GeekBench: 11432 (v4.4) GFXBench: 47fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
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| Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 4.516 (sunlight) | |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 70dB / Noise 74dB / Ring 84dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -93.7dB / Crosstalk -82.8dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 79h |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Apple iPhone XS Max worth buying in 2026?
Apple iPhone XS Max is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 6.4/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
Is Apple iPhone XS Max good for gaming?
Apple iPhone XS Max scores 60/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.
What is the battery capacity of Apple iPhone XS Max?
Apple iPhone XS Max has a 3,174 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Apple iPhone XS Max have?
Apple iPhone XS Max features a 6.50-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
Is Apple iPhone XS Max water resistant?
Apple iPhone XS Max is rated IP68. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.
How much RAM does Apple iPhone XS Max have?
Apple iPhone XS Max is available with 4 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Apple iPhone XS Max?
Genze rates Apple iPhone XS Max 6.4/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
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