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Reviewers rate the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max slightly higher: 85 against 83 for the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL.
Reviewers agree · 6 reviews
Suits buyers who want a large, bright screen, long battery life and strong cameras, and who accept a heavy, costly phone. The main trade-offs are size and weight, price, and an aluminium frame that some find less durable than titanium.
Some disagreement · 8 reviews
Suits buyers who want a large, premium Pixel with a top display, cameras and long software support, and who don't mind size, weight and price. Main trade-offs are bulk, weaker gaming performance and a cost that Android Police argues the cheaper Pixel 10 Pro undercuts.
| Measure | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Google Pixel 10 Pro XL |
|---|---|---|
| Consensus score | 85 | 83 |
4 publications have scored both phones. They are evenly divided.
| Spec | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Google Pixel 10 Pro XL |
|---|---|---|
| Released | September 2025 | August 2025 |
| Launch price (USD) | $1,199 | $1,199 |
| Launch price (UK) | £1,199 | £1,199 |
| Launch price (Europe) | — | €1,299 |
| Form factor | Standard | Standard |
| OS | iOS | Android |
| Display | 6.9″ | 6.8″ |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP |
| Telephoto lens | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | — | 5,200 mAh |
| Wired charging | 40 W | 45 W |
| Chipset | A19 Pro | Google Tensor G5 |
| Base storage | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Weight | 233 g | 232 g |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Software updates | 5 years | 7 years |
Specs come from the reviews' own spec boxes. Prices are launch prices of the base model.