Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Sony Xperia 1 VIII Price in Bangladesh

Side-by-side comparison of verified market prices, camera megapixels, battery life, display quality, and processor benchmark scores in Bangladesh.

✓ Head-to-Head Comparison: • PriceCR Hardware Benchmark Lab
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max design and comparison in Bangladesh

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max

৳248,500

🏆 PriceCR Score: 75/100

Lowest verified at Sumash Tech

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Sony Xperia 1 VIII design and comparison in Bangladesh

Sony Xperia 1 VIII

৳255,000

🏆 PriceCR Score: 86/100

Lowest verified at Estimated Launch Price

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⚖️ Head-to-Head Verdict: Which is Better in Bangladesh?

In Bangladesh, Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max starts from ৳248,500, saving approximately ৳6,500 over Sony Xperia 1 VIII (৳255,000). Choose Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max for superior price-to-performance, or Sony Xperia 1 VIII if you require its standout hardware advantages.

Why choose Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max?

  • ✓ More affordable by ৳6,500 (3% lower price)
  • ✓ Higher battery capacity (5391 mAh vs 5000 mAh)
  • ✓ Faster wired fast charging (52W vs 30W)
  • ✓ Larger display screen (6.9" vs 6.5")

Why choose Sony Xperia 1 VIII?

  • ✓ Lighter in-hand weight (200g vs 227g)
  • ✓ Powered by Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

🏆 Crucial Feature Scores (NanoReview Benchmark)

Standardized 0–100 evaluations across display, camera, performance, battery, and overall value.

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (75/100) vs Sony Xperia 1 VIII (86/100)
Display Quality & Touch Apple: 95 | Sony: 95
Camera & 4K Video Recording Apple: 84 | Sony: 84
CPU Multi-tasking & Speed Apple: 55 | Sony: 96
Gaming & 3D Graphics Stability Apple: 57 | Sony: 91
Battery Capacity & Fast Charge Apple: 85 | Sony: 77
Value for Money & Price Ratio Apple: 55 | Sony: 70

✨ Which Phone Wins Your Use Case?

🎮 Best for High-FPS Gaming
Sony Xperia 1 VIII

Scores 91/100 in sustained GPU gaming frame rate.

📸 Best for Photography & Video
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max

Scores 84/100 with higher resolution and low-light optical sensors.

⚡ Battery & Fast Charging King
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max

Scores 85/100 for all-day runtime and high-wattage charging.

💰 Best Price-to-Performance Value
Sony Xperia 1 VIII

Scores 70/100 delivering maximum features per currency unit.

📡 Bangladesh 4G/5G Carrier Network & BTRC Status

Official network frequency check for Grameenphone, Robi, Banglalink, and Teletalk networks.

Grameenphone Full 4G Ready
B1 (2100) / B3 (1800) / B8 (900)
Robi / Airtel Full 4G Ready
B1 / B3 / B8 / B28 (700MHz)
Banglalink Full 4G Ready
B1 / B3 / B8 / B28 (700MHz)
Teletalk Supported
B1 / B3 and National Roaming
BTRC Verification Tip: Both devices can be verified for legal IMEI registration by sending SMS KYD <15-digit IMEI> to 16002 or using our free Online BTRC IMEI Checker Tool before purchasing.

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Sony Xperia 1 VIII Key Specifications Comparison

Specification Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max Sony Xperia 1 VIII
Starting Verified Price ৳248,500
at Sumash Tech Advantage
৳255,000
at Estimated Launch Price
Display & Refresh Rate 6.9 inches (17.5 cm), LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 120 Hz 6.5 inches (16.51 cm), LTPO OLED, 120 Hz
Display Resolution 1320 x 2868 pixels 1080x2340 px (FHD+)
Processor / Chipset Apple A20 Pro (2 nm) Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
RAM & Internal Storage 12 GB RAM | 256 GB Storage 12 GB RAM | 512 GB Storage
Rear Primary Camera 48 MP f/1.48-4.0 (Wide, variable aperture, sensor-shift OIS), 48 MP f/2.8 (Periscope Telephoto, 8x optical zoom, 3D sensor-shift OIS), 48 MP f/2.2 (Ultra-Wide, 120˚, PDAF) 48 MP, f/1.9, Wide Angle, Primary Camera, 48 MP, f/2.8, Periscope Telephoto Camera, 48 MP, f/2.0, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera
Front Selfie Camera 18 MP f/1.9 (Wide, PDAF, SL 3D biometrics) Advantage 12 MP, f/2.0, Wide Angle, Primary Camera
Battery & Fast Charging 5391 mAh - Wired PD3.2 52W, 50% in 15 min; 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2 Advantage 5000 mAh - 30W wired
5G Network Support 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Operating System iOS iOS 27 Android v16
Build, Weight & Protection 227 grams, Ceramic Shield front, textured matte glass back, aerospace-grade titanium frame, IP68 200 grams, Back: Glass, IPX5/IPX8 Advantage

Frequently Asked Questions: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Sony Xperia 1 VIII

Which phone is better, Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or Sony Xperia 1 VIII?

Both Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Sony Xperia 1 VIII have distinct advantages in Bangladesh. Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max starts from ৳248,500, whereas Sony Xperia 1 VIII starts from ৳255,000. Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max offers better value for money by being ৳6,500 cheaper. Review the side-by-side camera, display, and battery specs table above to decide.

What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Sony Xperia 1 VIII in Bangladesh?

In Bangladesh, Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is priced about ৳6,500 lower than Sony Xperia 1 VIII based on verified market listings tracked daily on PriceCR.

Which has a better camera and battery, Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or Sony Xperia 1 VIII?

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max features 48 MP f/1.48-4.0 (Wide, variable aperture, sensor-shift OIS), 48 MP f/2.8 (Periscope Telephoto, 8x optical zoom, 3D sensor-shift OIS), 48 MP f/2.2 (Ultra-Wide, 120˚, PDAF) with a 5391 mAh. On the other hand, Sony Xperia 1 VIII comes with 48 MP, f/1.9, Wide Angle, Primary Camera, 48 MP, f/2.8, Periscope Telephoto Camera, 48 MP, f/2.0, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera and a 5000 mAh. Check the comparison table for sensor details.