Apple iPhone 15 Plus vs Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Our verdict: When it comes to contract value, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus wins — it's £26.03 less than the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max overall. If weight matters, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus is easier to pocket at 201g. Without a contract, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus is the better deal at £352.00 SIM-free.
Apple iPhone 15 Plus
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Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
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| Screen | 6.7" | 6.7" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | LTPO 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 A17 Pro |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Apple iOS |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | Nano 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/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm | 159.9 x 76.7 x 8.3 mm |
| Weight | 201 grams | 221 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts |
£67.33/mo
£30.00 upfront |
£69.50/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £352.00 | £451.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus is cheaper on contract at £838.84 over the life of the deal from £67.33 per month with £30.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max?
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 15 Plus 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 15 Plus or Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus features a 48 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 15 Plus or Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £352.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 15 Plus and Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 15 Plus and Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max use?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus is powered by the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm), while the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max uses the Apple A17 Pro .
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max?
It's a trade-off: the Apple iPhone 15 Plus is lighter but the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is more compact. It's 20g lighter at 201 grams, though the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is actually the more compact phone at 159.9 x 76.7 x 8.3 mm, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max?
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 15 Plus and Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.