PHONE AiPhone 15
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iPhone 15 vs iPhone 15 Pro Max
22 source-backed differences · 8 fields the same. Official sources below.
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PHONE A
PHONE BiPhone 15 Pro Max
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iPhone 15 has advantages in design & dimensions, while iPhone 15 Pro Max has advantages in battery, performance.
Top Differences
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✓40 registry fields
What Changed
Deterministic differences from the verified structured records.
20 hours compared with 29 hours
16 compared with 25
Unknown compared with 120 Hz
A16 Bionic compared with A17 Pro
Up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes 15 with 20W adapter or higher (available separately) paired with USB-C charging cable compared with Up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes 19 with 20W adapter or higher (available separately)
Full Comparison
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✓40 registry fields
FieldiPhone 15iPhone 15 Pro MaxWhy it matters
ZoomMarginal difference2 official sources2x optical zoom in, 2x optical zoom out; 4x optical zoom range5x optical zoom in, 2x optical zoom out; 10x optical zoom rangeNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
VideoMarginal difference1 official source4K Dolby Vision video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fpsUnknownNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 15iPhone 15 Pro MaxWhy it matters
Display sizeMinor difference2 official sources6.1 in6.7 inMore screen space changes reading and media comfort.
Refresh rateMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknown120 HzHigher refresh rates make motion and scrolling feel smoother.
ResolutionMarginal difference2 official sources2556-by-1179-pixel resolution at 460 ppi2796-by-1290-pixel resolution at 460 ppiNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 15iPhone 15 Pro MaxWhy it matters
ChipMarginal difference2 official sourcesA16 BionicA17 ProNewer silicon generally extends performance headroom.
Gpu coresMarginal difference2 official sources56No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 15iPhone 15 Pro MaxWhy it matters
Video playbackMeaningful difference2 official sources20 hours29 hoursApple’s common playback test gives a comparable endurance signal.
Fast chargeMarginal difference2 official sourcesUp to 50% charge in around 30 minutes 15 with 20W adapter or higher (available separately) paired with USB-C charging cableUp to 50% charge in around 30 minutes 19 with 20W adapter or higher (available separately)Shorter top-up time matters during travel and busy days.
Audio playback hoursMarginal difference2 official sources8095No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Streamed video hoursMeaningful difference2 official sources1625No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 15iPhone 15 Pro MaxWhy it matters
WeightMarginal difference2 official sources171 g221 gWeight affects long sessions and one-handed comfort.
Depth mmMarginal difference2 official sources7.88.25No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Height mmMarginal difference2 official sources147.6159.9No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Width mmMarginal difference2 official sources71.676.7No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
ColorsMarginal difference1 official sourceBlack, PinkUnknownNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
MaterialsMarginal difference1 official sourceAluminum design, Ceramic Shield front, Color-infused glass backUnknownNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 15iPhone 15 Pro MaxWhy it matters
Storage optionsMarginal difference2 official sources128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB256 GB, 512 GBAvailable capacities determine local media and app headroom.
ContentsMarginal difference2 official sourcesiPhone 15, USB-C Charge Cable (1 m), Documentation, We encourage you to use any compatible USB-C power adapter. If you need a new Apple power adapter or headphones, they are available for purchase.iPhone 15 Pro Max, USB-C Charge Cable (1 m), Documentation, We encourage you to use any compatible USB-C power adapter. If you need a new Apple power adapter or headphones, they are available for purchase.No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
ListMarginal difference2 official sourcesFace ID, Barometer, High dynamic range gyro, High-g accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Dual ambient light sensorsFace ID, LiDAR Scanner, Barometer, High dynamic range gyro, High-g accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Dual ambient light sensorsNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 15iPhone 15 Pro MaxWhy it matters
WifiMarginal difference2 official sourcesWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 15iPhone 15 Pro MaxWhy it matters
Usb speedMarginal difference1 official sourceUSB 2 (up to 480Mb/s)UnknownNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
What’s the same
Which should you buy?
iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro Max trade strengths: iPhone 15 leads in Design, while iPhone 15 Pro Max leads in Battery and Performance.
- Choose iPhone 15 if you prioritize design.
- Choose iPhone 15 Pro Max if you prioritize battery and performance.
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Leads in battery.
Leads in performance.
Leads in design.
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Comparable across camera.
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