Apple iPhone XS Max

Apple iPhone XS Max
Display System
6.5-inch Super Retina OLED
2688 x 1242 resolution at 458 ppi
Platform
A12 Bionic chip
Next-generation Neural Engine
Camera System
Dual 12MP Wide and Telephoto
Portrait mode with Depth Control
Battery & Power
Up to 15 hours video playback
Qi wireless charging support
Connectivity
Gigabit-class LTE with 4x4 MIMO
Bluetooth 5.0 and NFC
Memory & SIM
64GB, 256GB, or 512GB storage
Dual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM)
Timeline & Model Information
The Apple iPhone XS Max was announced on September 12, 2018, and released on September 21, 2018. It is identified by the canonical model family A1921, A2101, A2102, A2103, and A2104.
- Canonical model family: A1921 / A2101 / A2102 / A2103 / A2104
- Regional variants / SKU codes listed in source: A2102 (Japan), A2104 (China mainland)
Physical Structure
The device features a premium glass-and-stainless-steel design. It is rated IP68 for splash, water, and dust resistance, tested to a maximum depth of 2 meters for up to 30 minutes.
- Dimensions: 157.5 x 77.4 x 7.7 mm
- Weight: 208 grams
- Materials: Surgical-grade stainless steel frame, glass back
- Colors: Gold, Space Gray, Silver
Display System
The 6.5-inch Super Retina HD display utilizes OLED technology to deliver high contrast and wide color support.
- Type: OLED Multi-Touch
- Resolution: 2688 x 1242 pixels at 458 ppi
- Features: HDR display, True Tone, 3D Touch, 625 cd/m² max brightness
Camera System
The rear camera system consists of dual 12MP sensors, while the front TrueDepth camera enables Face ID and advanced portrait effects.
- Rear: 12MP Wide (ƒ/1.8) and 12MP Telephoto (ƒ/2.4)
- Zoom: 2x optical zoom, up to 10x digital zoom
- Video: 4K recording at up to 60 fps
- Front: 7MP TrueDepth camera (ƒ/2.2)
Platform & Software
Powered by the A12 Bionic chip, the device includes a dedicated Neural Engine for machine learning tasks. It launched with iOS 12.
- Chipset: A12 Bionic
- OS: iOS 12
- Security: Face ID via TrueDepth camera
Battery & Charging
The iPhone XS Max supports fast charging and wireless charging via Qi-compatible accessories.
- Battery: Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion
- Charging: Fast-charge capable (up to 50% in 30 minutes with 18W adapter or higher)
- Wireless: Qi wireless charging
Connectivity & Sensors
- Cellular: Gigabit-class LTE with 4x4 MIMO
- Wireless: 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC with reader mode
- Sensors: Face ID, Barometer, Three-axis gyro, Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensor
Summary
The iPhone XS Max represents a significant milestone in the iPhone lineup, offering a large-format OLED experience and robust performance.
| Launch Price (MSRP): | Current Market Price: |
|---|---|
| US$1,099 |