90
Gareth Beavis
TechRadar
“the iPhone 12 Pro Max manages to do that rather well.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Large OLED display
- Extra battery life
- Triple camera system
- Ceramic shield front
- Stainless steel frame
- Great screen quality
Points of Contention
- Bulky form factor
- One‑handed usability issue
- 60 Hz refresh rate
- Longer charging time
- High price point
Professional Reviews
5 reviews from 5 critics90
Nilay Patel
The Verge
The iPhone 12 Pro Max delivers an outstanding camera experience with its larger sensor and sensor-shift stabilization, making it the best smartphone camera available. Its large size and weight are noticeable drawbacks, but the device is worth the extra cost for users who can handle the bulk.
90
Julian Chokkattu
Wired
“It sets a new bar for low‑light photography, even if the bar isn’t drastically higher than the competition.”
80
Karen Haslam
MacWorld
“If you want a great camera, the best battery life on an iPhone to date, and you don’t mind the awkward shape, this is the iPhone for you.”
70
Mark Knapp
IGN
“The iPhone 12 Pro Max costs more and offers more, but not in a way that feels balanced.”
