Side-by-side technical data
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Comparison between Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Apple.
The verdict
Your pick: Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, ahead on Camera.
| Category | iPhone 15 Pro Max | iPhone 16 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 8.5 | 8.4 |
| Performance & hardware | 8.4 | 8.3 |
| Camera | 8.4 | 8.8 |
| Connectivity | 8.8 | 9.0 |
| Battery & charging | 6.3 | 6.2 |
Which one is for you?
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max, if you care about…
- Fast Charge Power
- 27 W
- against 25 W
- Battery Features
- Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Reverse Charging, Battery Level Indicator
- against Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator
- Touch Sampling Rate
- 240 Hz
- against 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, if you care about…
- Battery Capacity
- 4,685 mAh
- against 4,441 mAh
- Wi-Fi Standards
- Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
- against Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E
- Wireless charging power
- 25 W
- against 15 W
- Geekbench 6 Single-Core
- 3,681
- against 2,897
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | iPhone 15 Pro Max | iPhone 16 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Apple A17 Pro | Apple A18 Pro |
| Processor Process Size | 3 nm | 3 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Apple GPU (6-core graphics) | Apple GPU (6-core graphics) |
| Storage Type | NVMe | NVMe |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 3.78 GHz | 4.05 GHz Best value |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 1 TB | 1 TB |
| AnTuTu Score | 1,487,203 | 1,740,422 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 2,897 | 3,681 Best value |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 7,199 | 9,012 Best value |
| CPU Description | Hexa-core (2x3.78 GHz + 4x2.11 GHz) | Hexa-core (2x4.05 GHz + 4x2.42 GHz) |
| Processor Type | Hexa-Core | Hexa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v11 |
| 3DMark Wild Life Extreme | — | 4,731 |
Design
| Specification | iPhone 15 Pro Max | iPhone 16 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, White, Blue, Natural Color, Titanium | Black, White, Silver, Bronze, Titanium |
| Body Thickness | 8.3 mm | 8.3 mm |
| Body Width | 76.7 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Body Height | 159.9 mm | 163 mm |
| Weight | 221 g Best value | 227 g |
| Usable Surface | 89.8 % | 92 % Best value |
| Body Materials | Glass, Titanium | Glass, Titanium |
| Resistance Features | IP68 | IP68 |
| Waterproof Depth | 6 m | 6 m |
| Drop Resistance Class | — | C |
| Repairability Class | — | C |
| Drop Test Count | — | 90 |
Battery
| Specification | iPhone 15 Pro Max | iPhone 16 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | — | B |
| Battery Capacity | 4,441 mAh | 4,685 mAh Best value |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| Fast Charge Power | 27 W Best value | 25 W |
| Battery Features | Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Reverse Charging, Battery Level Indicator Best value | Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator |
| Battery Endurance | — | 48 h |
| Wireless charging power | 15 W | 25 W Best value |
| Charge cycles | — | 1,000 |
Display
| Specification | iPhone 15 Pro Max | iPhone 16 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Display Technology | LTPO OLED | LTPO OLED |
| Peak Display Brightness | 2,000 nits | 2,000 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.7″ | 6.9″ Best value |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,290 px | 1,320 px Best value |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,796 px | 2,868 px Best value |
| Display Pixel Density | 460 ppi | 460 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 240 Hz Best value | 120 Hz |
| Display Contrast Ratio | 2,000,000 :1 | 2,000,000 :1 |
| Display Features | Ceramic Shield, HDR10, Dolby Vision, Always-On Display, LTPO, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Scratch Resistant, DCI-P3 | Ceramic Shield, Mohs Level 4, HDR10, Dolby Vision, Always-On Display, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Oleophobic Coating, LTPO |
Sensor
| Specification | iPhone 15 Pro Max | iPhone 16 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | 3D face recognition, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Light Sensor, Compass, Barometer, LiDAR Scanner | Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Barometer, Light Sensor, Cooling System, 3D face recognition, LiDAR Scanner |
Software
| Specification | iPhone 15 Pro Max | iPhone 16 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | — | iOS 26 |
| OS Family | — | iOS |
| OS Version | — | 26 |
| OS Update Support | 7 years | 7 years |
| Direct OS Updates | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | iPhone 15 Pro Max | iPhone 16 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual eSIM, Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual Nano-SIM, Dual eSIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B25, 4G LTE B26, LTE B28, 4G LTE B30, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B34, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B42, 4G LTE B46, 4G LTE B48, 4G LTE B53, 4G LTE B66, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n12, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n25, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28, 5G NR n30, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n48, 5G NR n53, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n70, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78, 5G NR n79 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B25, 4G LTE B26, LTE B28, 4G LTE B30, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B34, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B42, 4G LTE B48, 4G LTE B53, 4G LTE B66, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n12, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n25, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28, 5G NR n30, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n48, 5G NR n53, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n70, 5G NR n75, 5G NR n76, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78, 5G NR n79 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE, 5G | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE, 5G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) Best value |
| Wi-Fi Features | Tri-Band, Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, MIMO, Wi-Fi Password Sharing | Tri-Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Dual Band, MIMO, Wi-Fi Password Sharing |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS, NavIC |
| Connectivity Features | NFC, USB Type-C, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, eSIM, OTA Sync, Tethering, UWB, VoLTE, VoWiFi, Satellite Connectivity, Computer Sync, DisplayPort output, UMA (Unlicensed Mobile Access) | USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Host 3.2, USB Type-C, NFC, eSIM, VoWiFi, VoLTE, Satellite Connectivity, Tethering, OTA Sync, Infrared, DisplayPort output, UMA (Unlicensed Mobile Access) |
| USB Version | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | USB 3.2 Gen 2 |
| SAR American Head | 1.07 W/kg | 1.01 W/kg Best value |
| SAR American Body | 1.11 W/kg Best value | 1.15 W/kg |
| SAR (EU) head | 0.98 W/kg Best value | 1.22 W/kg |
| SAR (EU) body | 0.98 W/kg Best value | 1.45 W/kg |
| Max. download speed | — | 10,000 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | — | 3,500 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | iPhone 15 Pro Max | iPhone 16 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Microphone Count | 2 | 4 Best value |
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos, Noise-Cancellation Microphone | Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, A2DP, LE |
Technical
| Specification | iPhone 15 Pro Max | iPhone 16 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Launch price | 1,469 € | 1,469 € |
| Model numbers | A2849, A3105, A3106, A3108, iPhone16,2 | A3296, A3084, A3295, A3297, iPhone17,2 |
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