Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 15 Plus
Our Verdict: The iPhone 15 Plus is essentially last year's iPhone 14 Pro Max with a few updates. Storage goes higher on the 14 Pro Max 5G, up to 1TB against 512GB, and the 15 Plus 5G is the lighter phone at 201g against 240g. The differences are small, so buy the 14 Pro Max 5G if it's cheaper; the 15 Plus 5G just gets software updates for longer.
The 14 Pro Max 5G is the cheaper one to own: around £611 over a typical contract, £234 less than the 15 Plus 5G.
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Prices updated 25 July 2026
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
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Apple iPhone 15 Plus
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| Expert Rating | 4.6 10 reviews |
4.2 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.7" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 1290 x 2796 | 1290 x 2796 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 460 | 460 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) | Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,323 mAh | 4,383 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Apple iOS |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 160.7 x 77.6 x 7.9 mm | 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 240 grams | 201 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts |
£22.75/mo
£20.00 upfront |
£67.33/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £359.99 | £349.00 |
| Prices updated 25 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 15 Plus cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is cheaper on contract at £611.00 over the life of the deal from £22.75 per month with £20.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 15 Plus?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 460 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Apple iPhone 15 Plus has a Super Retina XDR OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 15 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 15 Plus 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 14 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 15 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £349.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 15 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Apple iPhone 15 Plus comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 15 Plus use?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm), while the Apple iPhone 15 Plus uses the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 15 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus is the more portable of the two: it's 39g lighter at 201 grams, both are similar in overall footprint.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 15 Plus?
Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 15 Plus run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.