Apple iPhone XS Max vs Infinix Note 30 Pro
The Verdict
Apple's iPhone XS Max commands a 4.4x premium over Infinix's Note 30 Pro, and the value proposition differs dramatically based on priority. The iPhone XS Max delivers the A12 Bionic chip with exceptional single-core performance, iOS 12's ecosystem polish, and a compact 6.5-inch Super Retina OLED display at 725 nits with flawless color accuracy. Its dual 12 MP camera system excels at computational photography and optical zoom reach. However, this 2018 flagship now struggles against modern competition with dated specs: 4 GB RAM, 60Hz display, and outdated 18W charging. The Infinix Note 30 Pro crushes it on raw specifications: 108 MP main camera, 120Hz 900-nit AMOLED screen, 8 GB RAM, 68W charging, and a capacious 5000 mAh battery. Real-world performance on MediaTek's Helio G99 trails Apple's aging processor, yet daily usability remains solid for most tasks. The iPhone excels for users valuing premium build quality, IP68 durability, long software support, and refined performance. The Infinix targets budget-conscious users seeking modern features: larger battery, faster refresh rate, superior brightness, and wireless charging. At nearly $850 difference, this comparison hinges on ecosystem loyalty versus practical specifications.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPhone XS Max if…
- →Largest iPhone display at the time (6.5 inches)
- →Dual SIM with eSIM support introduced
- →Gorgeous Super Retina OLED display
Buy the Infinix Note 30 Pro if…
- →Wireless charging at $249 is extremely rare in this segment
- →68W wired charging fills the battery rapidly
- →120Hz AMOLED display is vivid and smooth
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone XS Max
Pros
- Largest iPhone display at the time (6.5 inches)
- Dual SIM with eSIM support introduced
- Gorgeous Super Retina OLED display
- A12 Bionic with first 7nm mobile chip
- Stereo speakers with wide sound
Cons
- No ultrawide camera
- 5W charger in the box
- Very expensive starting at $1099
- No Night mode in camera
- No Wi-Fi 6 support
Infinix Note 30 Pro
Pros
- Wireless charging at $249 is extremely rare in this segment
- 68W wired charging fills the battery rapidly
- 120Hz AMOLED display is vivid and smooth
- 108 MP main camera captures detailed photos
- JBL-tuned dual speakers for enhanced audio
Cons
- No 5G connectivity — 4G LTE only
- Helio G99 is a basic mid-range processor
- 2 MP macro and depth cameras are filler
- XOS software has bloatware and ads
- No water resistance rating
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone XS Max | Infinix Note 30 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 12 | Android 13 (XOS 13) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 208 g | 192 g |
| Material | Stainless steel frame, glass back | Plastic frame and back, glass front |
| IP rating | IP68 | None |
| Dimensions | 157.5 x 77.4 x 7.7 mm | 165.5 x 76.4 x 7.87 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12 MP, f/1.8, OIS | 108 MP, f/1.75, PDAF |
| Front camera | 7 MP, f/2.2 | 32 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 2K@30fps |
| Telephoto | 12 MP, f/2.4, 2x optical zoom | — |
| Depth | — | 2 MP, f/2.4 |
| Macro | — | 2 MP, f/2.4 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 64 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 3174 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 18W wired (adapter sold separately) | 68W wired |
| Wireless charging | 7.5W Qi | 15W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.5 inches | 6.67 inches |
| Type | Super Retina OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2688 x 1242 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 725 | 900 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x2.5 GHz + 4x1.6 GHz) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz + 6x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (4-core) | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| Chipset | Apple A12 Bionic | MediaTek Helio G99 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | Lightning | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2 |
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