Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Our verdict: Budget-conscious buyers should note the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is £2.88 cheaper on contract than the Apple iPhone 15 Pro. Screen size goes to the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max with its 6.7" display. If weight matters, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro is easier to pocket at 187g. Going SIM-free keeps things simple, and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro is the more affordable option at £409.00.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
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Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
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| Screen | 6.1" | 6.7" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 1179 x 2556 | 1290 x 2796 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 461 | 460 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A17 Pro | Apple A17 Pro |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Apple iOS |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 146.6 x 70.6 x 8.3 mm | 159.9 x 76.7 x 8.3 mm |
| Weight | 187 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 |
£34.00/mo
£20.00 upfront |
£69.50/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £409.00 | £451.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is cheaper on contract at £864.87 over the life of the deal from £69.50 per month with £30.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 15 Pro's 6.1", both screens are similarly sharp at around 461 pixels per inch, and both use LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panels.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro 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 Pro or Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £409.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max use?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is powered by the Apple A17 Pro , while the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max uses the Apple A17 Pro .
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is the more portable of the two — it's 34g lighter at 187 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.6 x 70.6 x 8.3 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro 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 Pro and Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.