Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads
by 3 points on overall. The category breakdown below shows where the gap comes from.
iPhone 15 Pro Max leads overall versus iPhone 16 Pro. Battery: 79.1 vs 63.1.
Scoring profile: balanced
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Best for users who prioritize display and battery.
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Best for users who prioritize performance.
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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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Full side-by-side mode
Display Size
Key differenceResolution
Key differencePixel Density
Key differenceRefresh Rate
Peak Brightness
Panel Type
HDR Support
Display Protection
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max | Apple iPhone 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Phone A leads | 6.7"Better | 6.3" |
Resolution Phone A leads | 1290 x 2796Better | 1206 x 2622 |
Refresh Rate Close match | 120Hz | 120Hz |
Peak Brightness Close match | 2000 nits | 2000 nits |
Pixel Density Phone A leads | 460 ppiBetter | 458 ppi |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
HDR Support Needs more data | Not available | Yes |
Display Protection Needs more data | Ceramic Shield glass | Ceramic Shield glass (2024 gen), Mohs level 4 |
CPU Clock
Key differenceCPU Cluster Speeds
Key differenceBenchmark Score
Key differenceAnTuTu Score
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceRAM
RAM Type
CPU Cores
Geekbench (Single)
Storage
Storage Type
GPU
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max | Apple iPhone 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|
RAM Close match | 8GB | 8GB |
RAM Type Needs more data | Not available | LPDDR5X |
CPU Clock Phone B leads | 3.78GHz | 4.05GHzBetter |
CPU Cores Needs more data | Not available | 6 |
CPU Cluster Speeds Phone B leads | 2x3.78GHz + 4x2.11GHz | 2x4.05GHz + 4x2.42GHzBetter |
Benchmark Score Phone B leads | 1487203 | 1871052Better |
AnTuTu Score Phone B leads | 1487203 | 1871052Better |
Geekbench (Single) Needs more data | Not available | 3500 |
Geekbench (Multi) Phone B leads | 7237 | 8283Better |
Storage Close match | 1024GB | 1024GB |
Storage Type Close match | NVMe | NVMe |
Chipset Phone B leads | Apple A17 Pro (3 nm) | Apple A18 Pro (3 nm)Better |
GPU Close match | Apple GPU (6-core graphics) | Apple GPU (6-core graphics) |
Rear Camera
Rear Camera (All Lenses)
Rear Sensor Size
Rear Aperture
Optical Zoom
Digital Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Max Video Resolution
Front Camera
Front Sensor
Front Aperture
Front Video Resolution
Camera Features
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max | Apple iPhone 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Close match | 48MP | 48MP |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Close match | 48MP + 12MP | 48MP + 12MP |
Rear Sensor Size Close match | 1/1.28 | 1/1.28 |
Rear Aperture Close match | f/1.8 | f/1.8 |
Optical Zoom Close match | 5x | 5x |
Digital Zoom Needs more data | Not available | 25x |
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@24/25/30/60/100/120fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), ProRes, 3D (spatial) video/audio, stereo sound rec. |
Front Camera Close match | 12MP | 12MP |
Front Sensor Needs more data | Not available | Sony IMX714 |
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 Pro across key categories. Display Size: 6.7" vs 6.3" This makes iPhone 15 Pro Max the better choice for most users, though iPhone 16 Pro may excel in specific areas.
Best for users who need long battery life. iPhone 15 Pro Max provides extended usage with strong battery.
Best for users who prioritize performance and gaming. iPhone 16 Pro excels in processing power and multitasking.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max | Apple iPhone 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 154,683 | ≈ Rs 148,960 – Rs 301,000 |
| PTA | -- | -- |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 16 Pro 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 2 key categories.
The top differences are: Display Size (Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max advantage), Resolution (Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max advantage), Pixel Density (Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max advantage), CPU Clock (Apple iPhone 16 Pro advantage), CPU Cluster Speeds (Apple iPhone 16 Pro advantage).
Both phones are capable. Compare sensor sizes, OIS, and video features to decide.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max offers better battery endurance for heavy use.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max: non-PTA approximately Rs 154,683; PTA not entered. Apple iPhone 16 Pro: non-PTA approximately Rs 148,960 – Rs 301,000; PTA not entered. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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