Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Our Verdict: There's four years between the iPhone 11 Pro Max and the iPhone 15 Pro Max, so the iPhone 15 Pro Max is ahead on most things. The 15 Pro Max 5G has the better camera on paper, 48MP versus 12MP, and the 15 Pro Max 5G supports 5G while the 11 Pro Max tops out at 4G. There's more battery in the 15 Pro Max 5G, 4422mAh to 3969mAh, which usually means longer between charges, and the 15 Pro Max 5G offers up to 1TB of storage versus 512GB on the 11 Pro Max. If you're on the 11 Pro Max, the 15 Pro Max 5G is a real step up, but only worth it if the changes above matter to you.
If you'd rather pay up front, the 11 Pro Max is the cheaper buy at £180 SIM-free.
17 reviews 4.5
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Prices updated 10 July 2026
Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max
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Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
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| Expert Rating | 4.6 17 reviews |
4.5 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.5" | 6.7" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 1242 x 2688 | 1290 x 2796 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 456 | 460 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) | Apple A17 Pro |
| Battery | 3,969 mAh | 4,422 mAh |
| Storage | 64GB, 256GB, 512GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Apple iOS |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 4G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 158 x 77.8 x 8.1 mm | 159.9 x 76.7 x 8.3 mm |
| Weight | 226 grams | 221 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts | - |
£76.50/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £179.99 | £459.95 |
| Prices updated 10 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max's 6.5", both screens are similarly sharp at around 456 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has a 48 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £179.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is available in 64GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max use?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max uses the Apple A17 Pro .
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is the more portable of the two: it's 5g lighter at 221 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 159.9 x 76.7 x 8.3 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.