Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max
Specs
General
| Device Type | Apple Iphone |
| Model | A2218, A2161, A2220 |
| Announced | 10 September, 2019 |
| Released | 20 September, 2019 |
| Status | Discontinued |
Design
| Water Resistant | Water resistant (up to 30 minutes in a depth of 6 meter), IP68 |
| Dimensions | 157.5 x 77.4 x 8.1 mm |
| Weight | 226 g |
| Protection | Glass front (Corning-made glass), glass back (Corning-made glass), stainless steel frame |
| Colors | Space Gray, Silver, Gold, Midnight Green |
Display
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
| Display Type Display Technology => A number of display technologies and types used in mobile phones => TFT (Thin Film Transistor), IPS (In-Place Switching), OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), AMOLED (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode), Super AMOLED (an even advanced version of AMOLED), Resistive Touchscreen (Resistive touchscreens contain two layer of conductive material with a very small gap between them which acts as a resistance), Capacitive Touchsceen (Capacitive touchscreen technology consists of a layer of glass coated with a transparent conductor) | Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 800 nits (HBM), 1200 nits (peak) |
| Size | 6.5 inches (16.51 cm) |
| Resolution | 1242x2688 px (FHD+) |
| Display Colors Display Colors is refers to the number of different shades of colors that the screen is capable of displaying => 64K colors, 256K colors and 16 million colors, Obviously 16M is highest available range of colors and better than others. | 16M colors |
| Pixel Density Pixel Density (PPI) is refers to the concentration of pixels on a particular display, measured in pixels per inch (ppi). Pixel density is calculated by dividing the diagonal pixel resolution of a display by its diagonal size, higher pixel density better display quality. | 456 ppi |
| Touch Screen | 3D Touch Touchscreen, Multi-touch |
| Display Protection Display Protection => Gorilla Glass is a special alkali-aluminosilicate glass shield with exceptional damage resistance that helps protect mobile displays from scratches, drops, and bumps of everyday use, It is always better to go for a smartphone with Gorilla Glass for that added protection and peace of mind. | Scratch-resistant glass |
| Features |
oleophobic coating, 800 nits, Dolby Vision, HDR10, Wide color, gamut, True-tone, 120 Hz touch-sensing Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital Plus, Apple pencil support, Frost Glass design, Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic, Siri natural language commands and dictation, IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 4m for 30 mins), Apple Pay (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified), Google Maps, Audio/video/photo editor, Apple Pay + Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified), Voice memo/command/dial, Document editor |
| Secondary Display | No |
Camera
| Front Camera | 12 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6" |
| Camera Setup | Triple |
| Main Camera Camera is able to capture photographs and usually videos, The most important characteristics of a camera are the resolution (measured in megapixels), lens focus type (fixed or automatic), higher megapixel cameras are known to capture higher quality photos, but not always a good measurement of the photos quality. |
12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.0, 52mm (telephoto), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 2x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.4, 120˚, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/3.6" |
| Image | 4000 x 3000 Pixels |
| Video | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR, stereo sound rec. |
| Camera Features | phase detection, OIS, 2x optical zoom, Geo-tagging, touch focus, face/smile detection, HDR (photo/panorama), Video (2160p@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps) |
| Flash Flash Light => There is commonly two types of flash lights are used in camera mobile phones, LED Flash (LED flash offers lower power consumption with drive circuitry that takes up very little room, LEDs can be strobed faster than any other light source), Xenon Flash (xenon flash produces an extremely intense full-spectrum white light for a very short duration) | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) |
Hardware
| Operating System OS => Every computer system run on a base software called Operating System (OS). Operating System controls all basic operations of the computer (such as smartphone, PDAs, tablet computers and other handheld devices). The Operating System allows the user to install and run third party applications (apps), apps are used to add new functionality to the device. | IOS 13 |
| Chipset Chipset is a group of integrated circuits designed to perform one or a more dedicated functions, often with real time computing constraints, Popular smartphones are equipped with more advanced embedded chipsets that can do many different tasks depending on their programming. | Apple A13 Bionic |
| CPU CPU (Central Processing Unit) mostly known as processors, CPU processes instructions in order to carry out certain functions that make your device operate properly. Processors are often described as the brain of computers, smartphones and tablets, Smartphones and tablets rely on processors to carry out their every task, Processors are an incredibly important factor in selecting any type of computing device, including your smartphone. | Hexa Core (2.65 GHz, Dual core, Lightning + 1.8 GHz, Quad core, Thunder) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 7 nm |
| GPU GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion. | Apple GPU (four-core graphics) |
| RAM (Memory) RAM (Random Access Memory) is a type of computer memory that can be accessed randomly, any byte of memory can be accessed without touching the preceding bytes that allows information to be stored and accessed quickly from random locations. RAM is the most common type of memory found in computer systems, smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices. | 4 GB |
| Internal Storage Internal Storage is a data storage space (flash memory) mostly used in smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices where operating system, apps, music, photos, videos, files and other user data Is stored. | 64/256/512GB Built-in |
| Card Slot Memory Card Slot is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras. | |
| Sensors Sensors are electronic components that detects and responds to some type of input from the physical environment. The specific input could be light, heat, motion, moisture, pressure and location, The output is generally a signal that is converted to use in computing systems, a location sensor, such as a GPS receiver is able to detect current location of your electronic device. | Accelerometer, Face ID, Barometer, Compass, Gyro, Proximity |
Network
| SIM TYPE SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages. | Nano SIM |
| SIM Technology | Dual Sim, Dual Standby |
| 2G Network | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G Network | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G Network | LTE |
Multimedia
| FM Radio | |
| Stereo Speakers | YES |
| Loudspeaker | YES |
| Audio Jack | Lightning to 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter |
Connectivity
| Wi-fi Wi-Fi is a popular wireless networking technology using radio waves to provide high-speed network connections that allows devices to communicate without cords or cables, Wi-Fi is increasingly becoming the preferred mode of internet connectivity all over the world. | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ad, dual-band |
| Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices. | v5.0 with A2DP, LE |
| GPS GPS The Global Positioning System is a satellite-based radio navigation system, GPS permits users to determine their position, velocity and the time 24 hours a day, in all weather, anywhere in the world, In order to locate your position, your device or GPS receiver must have a clear view of the sky. | Yes + A-GPS support, & GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS |
| USB | 2.0, proprietary reversible connector |
| EDGE EDGE (Enhanced Data GSM Environment) is a wireless network technology generally considered the next step in the 2G network offers data transfer rates up to four times faster than ordinary GSM networks, Generally, EDGE is used for the purpose of wireless data transfer, such as sharing pictures and videos or browsing the Internet via a mobile phone connection. | |
| GPRS GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) is a packet oriented mobile data service on the 2G and 3G cellular communication system's global system for mobile communications (GSM), Generally, GPRS is used for the purpose of wireless data transfer, such as sharing pictures and videos or browsing the Internet via a mobile phone connection. | |
| Speed | 3G (HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps), 4G LTE-A, 5G capable, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps |
| Wi-fi Hotspot | |
| NFC NFC (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches. |
Features
| Messaging | iMessage, SMS (threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email |
| Web Browser Web Browser => a web browser is a software application used to locate, retrieve and display content on the World Wide Web, including Web pages, images, video and other files, The primary function of a web browser is to render HTML, the code used to design or markup webpages. | HTML5 |
| Games | Built-in + Downloadable |
| Torch |
Battery
| Battery Type Battery Type => Cell phones run on various kinds of batteries depending on the manufacturer, phone size or shape and features. There are basically four types of cell phone batteries => Lithium Polymer, Lithium Ion, Nickel Metal Hydride and Nickel Cadmium. | Li-Ion (Lithium Ion) |
| Capacity Battery Capacity is a measure (typically in Amp-hr) of the charge stored by the battery, and is determined by the mass of active material contained in the battery. The battery capacity represents the maximum amount of energy that can be extracted from the battery under certain conditions. | 3969 mAh |
| Placement | Non-removable |
| Wireless Charging Wireless Charging (Inductive Charging) uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy between two objects. This is usually done with a charging station. Energy is sent through an inductive coupling to an electrical device, which can then use that energy to charge batteries or run the device. | Yes |
| Talk Time Talk Time is the longest time that a single battery charge will last when you are constantly talking on the phone under perfect conditions, Ambient temperature and highly dependent on the cellular network environment such as the distance to the closest cell network tower. | up to 20 hrs |
| Music Play | up to 80 hrs |
| Extra |
Fast battery charging 18W: 50% in 30 min USB Power Delivery 2.0 Qi wireless charging |
Introduction:
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max was launched in September 2019 as the highest-end model in Apple’s iPhone 11 series. It built upon the foundation set by its predecessor, the iPhone XS Max, and brought several notable upgrades, including an improved triple-camera system, a more powerful processor, and a significantly larger battery. The iPhone 11 Pro Max is designed for users who demand the best in performance, display quality, and battery life, all within a large-screen smartphone. This review delves into the design, performance, camera capabilities, and more, along with a balanced view of its pros and cons.
Specifications at a Glance
- Display: 6.5-inch Super Retina XDR OLED (2688 x 1242 pixels, 458 ppi)
- Processor: Apple A13 Bionic chip with 64-bit architecture
- RAM: 4 GB
- Storage Options: 64 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB
- Rear Cameras: Triple 12 MP (wide f/1.8, ultra-wide f/2.4, telephoto f/2.0) with Night Mode and 4K video recording
- Front Camera: 12 MP TrueDepth camera (f/2.2)
- Battery: 3,969 mAh
- Water and Dust Resistance: IP68 rating (up to 4 meters for 30 minutes)
- Operating System: Originally iOS 13, upgradable to iOS 16
- Audio: Stereo speakers, Lightning port (no headphone jack)
- Dimensions: 158 x 77.8 x 8.1 mm
- Weight: 226 grams
Design and Build Quality
Aesthetics:
- Premium Finish: The iPhone 11 Pro Max features a sleek and luxurious design with a stainless steel frame and a frosted glass back. The matte finish adds a touch of elegance while reducing fingerprint smudges.
- Color Options: The device is available in four sophisticated colors:
- Midnight Green, Space Gray, Silver, Gold
- Large Form Factor: With a 6.5-inch display, the iPhone 11 Pro Max is one of the largest iPhones, catering to users who prefer a bigger screen for media consumption and productivity.
Durability:
- IP68 Rating: TheApple iPhone 11 Pro Max offers excellent water and dust resistance, capable of withstanding submersion in up to 4 meters of water for 30 minutes.
- Reinforced Glass: Apple claims that the glass used on the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is the toughest in any smartphone, enhancing its durability against drops and scratches.
Ergonomics:
- Solid Build: The iPhone 11 Pro Max is heavier than its smaller sibling, weighing 226 grams, which gives it a solid and premium feel. However, it may be slightly cumbersome for one-handed use.
- Face ID: The TrueDepth camera system integrated into the notch offers fast and secure facial recognition, even in low light.
Overall, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max’s design is a blend of luxury and robustness, making it ideal for users who want a large, premium device with a refined aesthetic.
Display
Specifications:
- Size: 6.5-inch Super Retina XDR OLED Display
- Resolution: 2688 x 1242 pixels (458 ppi)
- Panel Type: OLED
- Color Gamut: Wide color (P3)
- True Tone: Adjusts display color temperature based on ambient lighting
- HDR Support: Supports HDR10 and Dolby Vision
- Contrast Ratio: 2,000,000:1
- Brightness: Up to 800 nits typical, 1200 nits peak (HDR content)
Performance:
- Sharpness and Clarity: The Super Retina XDR OLED display delivers exceptional sharpness and detail, with a pixel density of 458 ppi. The large screen size makes it ideal for watching videos, gaming, and multitasking.
- Color Accuracy: The wide color gamut (P3) and True Tone technology ensure that colors are vibrant and accurate, enhancing the visual experience in various lighting conditions.
- HDR Content: The iPhone 11 Pro Max excels in displaying HDR content, with support for HDR10 and Dolby Vision. The high contrast ratio and peak brightness make HDR movies and photos look stunning, with vivid colors and deep blacks.
- Outdoor Visibility: With a peak brightness of 1200 nits, the display is easily readable even in bright sunlight, making it suitable for outdoor use.
In summary, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max offers one of the best displays available on a smartphone, providing a highly immersive experience with excellent color accuracy, sharpness, and brightness.
Performance
Hardware:
- Processor: Apple A13 Bionic chip with six cores (two high-performance and four energy-efficient)
- RAM: 4 GB
Performance Evaluation:
- Speed and Efficiency: The A13 Bionic chip is one of the most powerful processors available, ensuring lightning-fast performance in everyday tasks, gaming, and more demanding applications like video editing.
- Gaming: The A13’s GPU is optimized for gaming, delivering smooth frame rates even in the most graphically demanding games. The large display enhances the gaming experience, making it more immersive.
- AI Capabilities: The Neural Engine in the A13 Bionic chip improves machine learning tasks, from augmented reality applications to real-time photo and video analysis.
- Battery Optimization: The A13’s efficiency cores help conserve battery life by handling less demanding tasks, ensuring that the iPhone 11 Pro Max delivers long-lasting performance.
Benchmark Scores:
- Geekbench 5: The iPhone 11 Pro Max scores similarly to the iPhone 11 Pro, with around 1,300 (single-core) and 3,400 (multi-core), placing it at the top of performance charts at the time of release.
Overall, the iPhone 11 Pro Max’s performance is top-notch, making it a perfect choice for power users who need a smartphone that can handle anything thrown at it.
Camera
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max features a triple-camera system, offering unmatched versatility and quality in mobile photography.
Rear Cameras:
- Primary Lens: 12 MP wide-angle lens with an f/1.8 aperture and Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
- Ultra-Wide Lens: 12 MP ultra-wide-angle lens with an f/2.4 aperture and a 120° field of view
- Telephoto Lens: 12 MP telephoto lens with an f/2.0 aperture, OIS, and 2x optical zoom
- Night Mode: Automatically activates in low-light conditions, dramatically improving the quality of night photography.
- Smart HDR: Combines multiple exposures to create images with better detail in highlights and shadows.
- Deep Fusion: A new image processing technology that enhances detail and texture in medium to low light conditions.
Front Camera:
- Resolution: 12 MP TrueDepth camera
- Aperture: f/2.2
- Features: Portrait Mode with advanced bokeh and Depth Control, Animoji, Memoji, 4K video recording at 60 fps
Camera Performance:
- Daylight Photography: The iPhone 11 Pro Max captures stunning images with excellent color reproduction, sharpness, and dynamic range. The Smart HDR feature ensures well-balanced photos even in challenging lighting.
- Low-Light Photography: Night Mode is a standout feature, allowing the iPhone 11 Pro Max to capture bright, detailed images in very low light. It significantly reduces noise and enhances clarity.
- Ultra-Wide Lens: The ultra-wide lens is great for capturing expansive landscapes and creative perspectives, though it performs best in well-lit conditions.
- Telephoto Lens: The telephoto lens offers 2x optical zoom, ideal for portraits and zoomed-in shots without losing detail.
Video Recording:
- 4K Video at 60 fps: The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is capable of recording stunning 4K videos at 60 frames per second. The video quality is exceptional, with smooth motion, vibrant colors, and excellent stabilization.
- Extended Dynamic Range: The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max enhances video by capturing more detail in highlights and shadows, particularly in challenging lighting conditions.
- Audio Zoom: The Audio Zoom feature focuses the audio on the subject when zooming in during video recording, providing a more immersive audio experience.
Limitations:
- Zoom Range: While the telephoto lens is useful, the 2x optical zoom may feel limited compared to other smartphones that offer higher optical zoom levels.
- Night Mode on Ultra-Wide Lens: The ultra-wide lens does not support Night Mode, limiting its effectiveness in low-light conditions.
In conclusion, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max’s camera system is among the best available, offering incredible versatility and quality across a range of shooting scenarios.
Battery Life
Battery Specifications:
- Capacity: 3,969 mAh
- Type: Non-removable lithium-ion battery
- Charging: Supports fast charging and wireless charging
Battery Performance:
- Outstanding Battery Life: The iPhone 11 Pro Max boasts impressive battery life, thanks to its large 3,969 mAh battery. It can easily last a full day of heavy use, and even up to two days with moderate usage.
- Screen-On Time: Users can expect around 8-10 hours of screen-on time, depending on usage patterns, making it one of the longest-lasting iPhones.
- Standby Time: The iPhone 11 Pro Max performs exceptionally well in standby mode, with minimal battery drain when not in active use.
Charging Options:
- Fast Charging: The device supports fast charging, reaching up to 50% charge in about 30 minutes with the included 18W charger.
- Wireless Charging: The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max supports Qi-standard wireless charging, which is convenient for users who prefer a cable-free charging experience.
Battery Longevity:
- Degradation: Like all lithium-ion batteries, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max’s battery will degrade over time, but iOS includes features like Battery Health to help monitor its condition.
- Battery Replacement: Apple offers a battery replacement service, which may be necessary as the device ages.
Overall, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max offers outstanding battery life, making it an excellent choice for users who need a reliable phone that can last all day and more.
Software
Operating System:
- Original OS: iOS 13
- Upgradability: Supports updates up to iOS 16, ensuring continued functionality and access to new features.
User Experience:
- iOS Ecosystem: The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max integrates seamlessly with other Apple products and services, providing a cohesive and user-friendly experience. Features like Continuity, Handoff, and AirDrop make it easy to switch between devices.
- Performance Over Time: The A13 Bionic chip handles iOS updates well, maintaining smooth performance even with the latest software.
- App Compatibility: The device remains compatible with the vast majority of apps on the App Store, though some newer features may not be fully supported.
Software Features:
- Face ID: The facial recognition system provides a secure and convenient way to unlock the device and authenticate purchases. It works well in various lighting conditions, including low light.
- Animoji and Memoji: The TrueDepth camera enables animated emojis (Animoji) and personalized avatars (Memoji) that mimic the user’s facial expressions, adding a fun element to messaging.
- Augmented Reality: ARKit allows for immersive augmented reality experiences, leveraging the A13 Bionic chip’s capabilities.
- Apple Services: Access to Apple Pay, iCloud, and other services enhances the device’s utility.
Future-Proofing:
- Software Support: The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max continues to receive iOS updates, ensuring it remains functional and secure, though it may eventually reach the end of its software support lifecycle.
In conclusion, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max offers a robust software experience with continued support, making it a solid choice for users who want a reliable and feature-rich smartphone.
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Super Retina XDR Display: The OLED display offers incredible clarity, brightness, and color accuracy, making it one of the best in its class.
- Triple-Camera System: The versatile camera setup delivers exceptional photos and videos in a variety of conditions.
- Outstanding Battery Life: The large battery ensures that the iPhone 11 Pro Max can last all day and even beyond with moderate use.
- Strong Performance: The A13 Bionic chip ensures top-tier performance, handling everything from gaming to augmented reality with ease.
- Premium Build Quality: The stainless steel frame and frosted glass back give the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max a luxurious feel.
- Water and Dust Resistance: The IP68 rating provides enhanced durability against water and dust.
- Immersive Large Display: The 6.5-inch display is perfect for media consumption and multitasking.
Cons:
- High Price Tag: The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is expensive, especially considering the availability of more affordable models with similar features.
- Limited Optical Zoom: The 2x optical zoom, while useful, doesn’t match the zoom range of some competitors.
- Heavy and Bulky: The large size and weight may not be suitable for users who prefer a more compact device.
- No Ultra-Wide Night Mode: Night Mode is not available on the ultra-wide lens, limiting its low-light capabilities.
- No 3D Touch: Replaced by Haptic Touch, which may feel less responsive for users accustomed to 3D Touch.
- No Headphone Jack: Requires wireless or Lightning-compatible headphones, as the standard 3.5mm headphone jack is absent.
Conclusion
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is a flagship device that delivers on nearly every front, offering a premium smartphone experience with top-tier performance, an exceptional display, and a versatile camera system. It is particularly well-suited for users who prefer large-screen devices and value battery life, camera quality, and a luxurious design. The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max’s battery life is among the best in its class, and its Super Retina XDR display provides an immersive viewing experience that is hard to beat.
While the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max comes with a steep price tag, it justifies this cost with its comprehensive feature set and build quality. However, it may not be the best choice for users looking for a more compact or affordable device.
In summary, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is an excellent choice for those seeking a large, powerful, and feature-rich smartphone. It remains one of the best options in the market for users who want the best that Apple has to offer.
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