Cheapest Places to Buy the iPhone 16 Pro Max: All You Need to Know

The new Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has become the center of attention with its power-packed features; however, the gigantic price difference among different countries is astonishing.

There are a number of reasons, from taxes to currency differences, why what you’ll pay may vary depending on where you buy it. Below are some of the cheapest places to buy the iPhone 16 Pro Max at the lowest possible price.

Cheapest Places to Buy the iPhone 16 Pro Max in the World

Here’s a table summarizing the cheapest countries to buy the iPhone 16 Pro Max in 2024, including the prices converted to USD for easy comparison:

Country	Price (Local Currency)	Price (USD)	Notes
China	CNY 7,810	$1,068	Cheapest option globally
Japan	JPY 198,200	$1,250	Prices may vary based on local taxes
United States	$1,199	$1,199	Base price without additional taxes
Hong Kong	HKD 10,199	$1,303	No sales tax, making it a competitive option
Malaysia	MYR 5,999	$1,275	Competitive pricing in Southeast Asia
Canada	CAD 1,749	$1,300	Prices include local taxes
Singapore	SGD 2,499	$1,850	Higher due to taxes but still competitive
Thailand	THB 64,900	$1,850	Prices may vary based on exchange rates
Australia	AUD 2,199	$1,400	Prices include GST, which can be claimed back
India	INR 1,84,900	$2,200	Significantly higher due to import duties

United States

Cheapest Places to Buy the iPhone 16 Pro Max

The iPhone 16 Pro Max goes for the lowest price in the United States. 256GB capacity will cost $1,199 or around ₹1,00,700. The U.S. benefits from relatively low sales tax rates (depending on the state), putting it among the cheapest places to buy the iPhone 16 Pro Max.

Japan

The iPhone 16 Pro Max is available in Japan for ¥198,200 around ₹1,16,700. In certain cases, Japan could be the most competitive in the region compared to other Southeast Asian countries due to lower tax rates.

Hong Kong

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max comes for HK$10,199 which translates to roughly ₹1,09,800 in Hong Kong. Since the tax rate in Hong Kong is relatively on the lower side, it is one of the cheapest places to buy the iPhone 16 Pro Max.

Vietnam

In Vietnam, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro costs VND 34,999,000 which roughly translates to ₹1,19,700. Though not the cheapest, it still offers a price advantage over markets like India.

Dubai

In Dubai too, one may find a lower-cost Apple device as well, with the iPhone 16 Pro Max up for grabs at only AED 5,100 – about ₹1,16,600. One factor that makes the UAE an alluring place for electronics buyers is the low tax regime.

South Korea

South Korea is also a good country to buy this smartphone, the iPhone 16 Pro Max costs around ₩1,780,000 which is around ₹1,13,000. Two things were going in South Korea’s favour that helped keep the costs down: competitive pricing and the popularity of Apple products. The list of cheapest places to buy the iPhone 16 Pro Max is up here.

Bonus Info

If you are looking for the cheapest places to buy the iPhone 16 Pro Max in 2024, including the best deals available from various carriers and retailers:

Retailer/Carrier	Deal Description	Monthly Payment	Trade-In Requirement	Plan Requirement
Verizon	Up to $1,000 off with trade-in	$0/month for 36 months	Yes, eligible device	Unlimited Ultimate plan
AT&T	Up to $1,000 off with trade-in	$5.56/month for 36 months	Yes, eligible device	Qualifying unlimited plan
T-Mobile	Up to $1,000 off with trade-in	$25/month for families	Yes, eligible device	Go5G Next or Go5G Plus plan
Visible	Up to $360 credit with purchase	$45/month (Visible+)	No	Visible+ plan
Boost Mobile	Free wireless service for a year with purchase	$25/month (after free year)	No	$25/month Unlimited plan
Best Buy	Discounts available with carrier activation	Varies by carrier	Yes, eligible device	Carrier plan required
Apple Store	Up to $650 off with trade-in	Varies	Yes, eligible device	None (unlocked purchase)