Be aware that the A3297 iPhone 16 Pro Max supports a specific range of 5G frequencies. It works with FDD-5G NR bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75, and n76, along with TDD-5G NR bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n77, n78, and n79. However, it does not support FDD-5G NR bands n14 or n29, TDD-5G NR bands n53 or n71, and all 5G NR mmWave bands (n258, n260, n261). This model is primarily targeted at mobile carriers in mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macao, yet it maintains technical compatibility with networks globally. A key distinction from other iPhone 16 Pro Max versions is its complete absence of eSIM capability, opting instead for dual physical nano-SIM slots.
Every iPhone 16 Pro Max model features a 6.9-inch (diagonal) "Super Retina XDR" display with an "Always On" function and haptic-touch capabilities. This screen utilizes ProMotion technology, offering a 2868x1320 resolution, 460 ppi, and 120Hz refresh rates, covering almost the entire face of the device. It is equipped with four cameras. The front houses a "TrueDepth" camera within the "Dynamic Island," which enables Face ID, features an f/1.9 aperture, captures 12-megapixel photos, and records 4K Dolby Vision video. The rear boasts a 4K-ready "pro camera system" featuring a 48-megapixel "Fusion" main camera (24 mm, f/1.78), which also enables 12-megapixel 2x Telephoto shots (52 mm, f/1.6). This is complemented by a separate 48-megapixel "Ultra Wide" camera (13 mm, f/2.2) and a 12-megapixel 5x "Telephoto" camera (120 mm, f/2.8).
The iPhone 16 Pro Max is constructed with a "Titanium" case featuring flat sides and an aluminum "internal structural frame," with glass on both the front and back. The front is protected by a durable "Ceramic Shield" cover, while the back incorporates an integrated "MagSafe" magnetic charging system. The device is rated IP68 for splash, water, and dust resistance, allowing submersion up to 6 meters for 30 minutes. It is available in four muted "Titanium" colors: "Desert" (Beige-Gold), Natural (Gray), White, and Black.
Under the hood, the iPhone 16 Pro Max runs on a 4.0 GHz Apple A18 Pro chip, which includes a six-core CPU (two performance, four efficiency), a 6-core GPU, and a 16-core Neural Engine. The device comes with 8 GB of RAM and storage options of 256 GB, 512 GB, or 1 TB. Its connectivity features include 802.11be Wi-Fi 7 with 2x2 MIMO, 5G wireless, Bluetooth 5.3, "second generation" Ultra Wideband, NFC for Apple Pay, "Express Cards with power reserve" for transit, Thread networking, Crash Detection, Emergency SOS and Roadside Assistance via satellite, a USB-C port (supporting USB 3), a new "Camera Control" button, a hardware "Action" button, and support for Apple Intelligence AI.
According to Apple's benchmarks, the iPhone 16 Pro Max delivers a maximum of 105 hours of audio playback, 33 hours of video playback, or 29 hours of streamed video playback.
For mainland China, this iPhone 16 Pro Max model is priced at RMB 9999 for 256 GB, RMB 11,999 for 512 GB, and RMB 13,999 for 1 TB. Financing is also offered, with monthly payments starting at RMB 417, 500, and 583, respectively, over a two-year contract.