iPhone 17 Pro Max vs. Android Battery Life: New Test Reveals Winner

A recent smartphone battery test revealed Apple devices excel in battery life, with the iPhone 17 Pro Max being the best performer. CNET conducted extensive battery life comparisons on 35 smartphones sold in the US throughout 2025. Apple and OnePlus emerged as the top-performing brands overall based on averaged benchmark results. The iPhone 17 Pro Max's superior battery life stems from silicon efficiency and software optimization, despite its battery size. The iPhone 17 tied for second, showcasing impressive efficiency with a smaller battery. The testing methodology used standardized tests, including video streaming and an endurance test with various usage. The iPhone 17 Pro Max also led in the endurance benchmark, followed by other iPhone models. Google's Pixel and Motorola's Razr demonstrated notable performance in the endurance test. Apple and OnePlus held the top spots for overall brand battery performance. Motorola, Samsung, and Google followed them respectively in the brand rankings.