Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads
by 4 points on overall. The category breakdown below shows where the gap comes from.
iPhone 15 Pro Max leads overall versus iPhone 16. Display: 82.7 vs 68.6.
Scoring profile: balanced
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Best for users who prioritize camera and display.
Apple iPhone 16
Best for users who prioritize performance and battery.
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Spec table
Start with the key differences, then expand a section to check the full specifications.
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Meaningful differences
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Display Size
Key differenceResolution
Key differenceRefresh Rate
Key differencePixel Density
Key differencePeak Brightness
Panel Type
Display Protection
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max | Apple iPhone 16 |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Phone A leads | 6.7"Better | 6.1" |
Resolution Phone A leads | 1290 x 2796Better | 1179 x 2556 |
Refresh Rate Phone A leads | 120HzBetter | 60Hz |
Peak Brightness Close match | 2000 nits | 2000 nits |
Pixel Density Phone B leads | 460 ppi | 461 ppiBetter |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
Display Protection Needs more data | Ceramic Shield glass | Ceramic Shield glass (2024 gen) |
CPU Clock
Key differenceCPU Cluster Speeds
Key differenceBenchmark Score
Key differenceAnTuTu Score
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceStorage
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceRAM
Storage Type
GPU
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max | Apple iPhone 16 |
|---|---|---|
RAM Close match | 8GB | 8GB |
CPU Clock Phone B leads | 3.78GHz | 4.04GHzBetter |
CPU Cluster Speeds Phone B leads | 2x3.78GHz + 4x2.11GHz | 2x4.04GHz + 4x2.20GHzBetter |
Benchmark Score Phone B leads | 1487203 | 1721149Better |
AnTuTu Score Phone B leads | 1487203 | 1721149Better |
Geekbench (Multi) Phone B leads | 7237 | 7929Better |
Storage Phone A leads | 1024GBBetter | 512GB |
Storage Type Close match | NVMe | NVMe |
Chipset Phone B leads | Apple A17 Pro (3 nm) | Apple A18 (3 nm)Better |
GPU Needs more data | Apple GPU (6-core graphics) | Apple GPU (5-core graphics) |
Rear Sensor Size
Key differenceRear Aperture
Key differenceRear Camera
Rear Camera (All Lenses)
Optical Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Max Video Resolution
Front Camera
Front Aperture
Front Video Resolution
Camera Features
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max | Apple iPhone 16 |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Close match | 48MP | 48MP |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Close match | 48MP + 12MP | 48MP + 12MP |
Rear Sensor Size Phone A leads | 1/1.28Better | 1/1.56 |
Rear Aperture Phone B leads | f/1.8 | f/1.6Better |
Optical Zoom Needs more data | 5x | Not available |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Close match | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), ProRes, 3D (spatial) video, stereo sound rec. | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), stereo sound rec. |
Front Camera Close match | 12MP | 12MP |
Front Aperture Close match | f/1.9 | f/1.9 |
Front Video Resolution Close match | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
Camera Features Close match | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) |
Generating honest comparison...
iPhone 15 Pro Max generally outperforms iPhone 16 across key categories. Display Size: 6.7" vs 6.1" This makes iPhone 15 Pro Max the better choice for most users, though iPhone 16 may excel in specific areas.
Best for photographers and content creators. iPhone 15 Pro Max offers superior camera capabilities with strong display.
Best for users who prioritize performance and battery. iPhone 16 excels in processing power and multitasking.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max | Apple iPhone 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 154,683 | ≈ Rs 135,083 |
| PTA | -- | -- |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 16 can be tough. This comparison breaks down performance, camera, battery, and listed pricing so you can decide faster.
We focus on practical differences that impact daily use, not just spec sheet noise.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max wins more categories overall, making it the safer all‑round pick.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is the better choice overall, winning in 3 key categories.
The top differences are: Display Size (Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max advantage), Resolution (Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max advantage), Refresh Rate (Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max advantage), Pixel Density (Apple iPhone 16 advantage), CPU Clock (Apple iPhone 16 advantage).
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has the stronger camera setup for photos and video.
Apple iPhone 16 tends to last longer on a charge.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max: non-PTA approximately Rs 154,683; PTA not entered. Apple iPhone 16: non-PTA approximately Rs 135,083; PTA not entered. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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