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iPhone 15 Pro vs iPhone 15 Pro Max: In-Depth Comparison

Compare the Apple iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max to see whether the Max version is worth the extra cash
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Compare two of Apple's most popular smartphones to see what they have in common, and which features stand out.

  • Overall test score (members only)
  • Bottom line
  • Which? test lab verdict (members only)
  • Similarities and differences
  • Full test results (members only)
  • Specifications

iPhone 15 Pro vs iPhone 15 Pro Max: test score

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iPhone 15 Pro vs iPhone 15 Pro Max: bottom line

Amy Axworthy, Which? mobile phones expert, says:

Amy Axworthy

'If you think bigger is better when it comes to phone screens, you’ll certainly pay the price for it on the iPhone 15 Pro Max. It has a 6.7-inch screen instead of the Pro’s 6.1-inch one and costs around £200 more.

In previous iPhone ranges, the only difference between the Pro and the Pro Max has been the size of the screen, but the 15 Pro Max also has a stronger optical zoom in the rear camera system, which intends to get you sharper images when you zoom in from a distance. So it’s worth considering if you’ll use this zoom technology before buying.'

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What's the main difference between the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max?

Key Similarities

  • Both models are powered by the A17 Bionic chip for top-tier performance
  • Both are made from surgical-grade stainless steel and textured matte glass
  • Both have a Super Retina XDR display with ProMotion technology up to 120Hz
  • Both feature a triple-camera system (48 MP wide, 12 MP ultra-wide, 12 MP telephoto)

Key Differences

  • The Pro Max has a larger screen (6.7-inch vs 6.1-inch on the Pro), providing a better experience for media consumption and multitasking
  • The Pro Max claims to offer a longer battery life, making it more suitable for heavy users
  • The larger size of the Pro Max results in a heavier device (238g vs 206g)The Pro Max offers a higher 5x optical zoom (vs 3x on the Pro)

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iPhone 15 Pro vs iPhone 15 Pro Max: test results

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iPhone 15 Pro vs iPhone 15 Pro Max: full specs


iPhone 15 ProiPhone 15 Pro Max
Current pricesSQUIRREL_TEXT_50009169SQUIRREL_TEXT_50009721
Security

Currently supported*YesYes
Estimated security support expiry date*Sep-29Sep-29
Estimated minimum remaining security support (years)*55
Brand update policy*Apple typically supports phones for a minimum of six yearsApple typically supports phones for a minimum of six years
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* Currently supported – whether the phone is still supported with important security updates from the manufacturer. Estimated security support expiry date – our estimate for when this phone will no longer be supported, based on typical manufacturer and device-specific support periods. Estimated minimum remaining security support (years) – our estimate of the minimum time left before this phone stops receiving updates. Brand update policy – the brand's official update policy, or our knowledge of how long similar phones have been supported.

Why you can trust our mobile phones tests

Our reviews of the iPhone 15 Pro vs iPhone 15 Pro Max are different – we don't rate phones based on individual experience, but based on the ratings and results we receive from our independent lab, where phones are tested under identical conditions using cutting edge equipment, which means they're all directly comparable. We also purchase every phone we test ourselves, so you can trust that there is no bias in our scores.

  • A Which? overall score is made up by testing various criteria, from key ratings such as battery life, camera performance, ease of use, audio quality and durability. 
  • Behind each of those ratings includes more than 40 individual tests and checks that are weighted differently. This means that the most important things, such as the quality of your pictures and videos, will more greatly impact the score than features such as how easy it is to use the phone’s music player. 
  • To keep things simple, the most important scores are shown as star ratings out of five on each phone’s Test Results page, as an easy-to-compare list of strengths and weaknesses, so you can quickly work out whether a model is right for you.
  • For more, read our guide on how we test mobile phones. 

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