iPhone 16 Pro Max Review: Less Pro Than Ever??

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Now that it's been two weeks since the iPhone 16 models were released, we've been able to spend enough time with the new devices to share a more in-depth review on their performance, battery life, feature set, and more.

We've been testing the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max, but the gap between the Pro models and the standard ‌iPhone 16‌ models is narrower than usual this year. The Action Button, Camera Control Button, Dynamic Island, and Apple Intelligence support features are available across the lineup, which leaves fewer features to set the two iPhone tiers apart and justify the cost of the Pro upgrade.

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⏱️ CHAPTERS
00:00 - Intro
00:29 - iPhone 16 Pro is less Pro than ever...
01:28 - Should you buy standard iPhone 16 instead of Pro/Pro Max?
02:38 - Camera Control review
03:28 - Sponsor: ESR
05:19 - iPhone 16 Pro Max camera mini review & features
07:27 - Apple Intelligence
08:59 - Should you upgrade to iPhone 16?

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[AndresC]

I was convinced to go for this year's iPhone Pro, I consider it to be the right one for the vast majority due to the screen, processor, design and even the battery. What I'm missing is to look for a case and that's it.

[JovaughnRamirez]

Can’t even lie, I used to upgrade every year. Got the 12 Pro Max then the 13 Pro Max and was like meh I’m done upgrading every year. Got the 16 Pro Max and shit feels so BRAND NEW with that jump lol. Like damn feels cool to upgrade again.

[kayz]

I got a iPhone 11 but finally getting my IPhone 16 plus next week in teal, after almost 4 years with my current phone 🎉

[archerman]

Regarding the base model 16, the worst thing about buying a powerful phone with a poor refresh rate is that you’ll be stuck with an outdated screen for another 3-5 years (for most people), while other phones will likely advance to something beyond 120Hz. Don’t spend that kind of money on a device that already has obsolete technology.

[joh]

The 16 Pro Max has a honking great battery tho (which is the main reason why I've gone for that model)

[MatthewTheCCMA]

I upgraded from a 12 Pro max to the 16 Pro max and I must admit I am loving my upgrade. I’ve learned the goal is to upgrade every 3-5 years. The phone does feel slightly bigger. The screen is so pretty and bright. My 12 would overheat outside and id barely be able to see the screen. The battery blows my 12 Pro max out of the water. With the same amount of usage I would have to charge my 12 twice a day. This 16 pro max is at 23% at 8:30 PM which I do usually use my phone most the day. They need to get the camera button to work with 3rd party apps. I use my camera all day long taking pictures at work using a 3rd party apps and the camera control is pretty much non use able.

Overall I’m pretty happy, now I’ll hold onto this sucker for like 4 years.

[tordb]

Still rockin my iPhone X. Works like a charm still to this day.

[MNA]

Basically all reviews this year are 15-20% ESR in terms of video time lol

[oldcodger]

I’ve just moved up from an IPhone 11 Pro Max to a 16 Pro Max.

I am delighted with my new 16 Pro Max, and enjoying exploring the new features.

Making the move from a geriatric model enables me to appreciate the changes made over the years.

Those who upgrade frequently will probably be a bit disappointed with the changes compared to last years models.

[MiahV]

90 hz on my old One Plus 7 Pro (2019) is WAYY smoother than my old 13 pro max and current 15 pro max. iPhones are purely HYPE. The milliseconds of constant lag is definitely noticiable. Still better than Pixel though

[Jader]

Not a good deal to spend 1K on a phone with a 10-year outdated screen. Let's see if they ever give 120hz on base models, it's getting crazy.

[Amcl]

Ordered a Teal 16 Plus upgrading from my 11 with 84% battery health and I’m looking forward to it.

[Nicerobby]

Love your straight forward answer in the end!!

[flappospammo]

Is it worth upgrading from a 13 pro max ? Improved battery life is my main aim

[MattMills]

14 pro max to 16 pro max isn’t a HUGE upgrade, but the smaller changes are definitely noticeable to me, and very appreciated! Just everyday use, I can tell the body is different and the display is bigger. I wish the screen was brighter, but it’s fine.

[batesvetlyo]

What is the Calendar Widget on your home screen?

[bennym]

Still using my iPhone VR cause it still does everything I need and still gets updates ! 1st iPhone after a flip phone. Retired and everything paid off.... Loved to hear those that upgrade everything yearly end up when they get old... Still in debt ? No house paid for ?

[toma]

16 still has 60hz, embarrassing. I could never go back. I’m on the 13 pro, I bought the 13 pro for the 120hz alone. I still have the notch, that pill shaped cut out is whack. The Samsung ultra got it right with just having a mini dot instead of Dynamic Island pill shape cut out.

[Chris-fhuh]

Using a new iPhone 15 plus that I got on sale thanks to the new phone release…. More than happy !