Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Our verdict: When it comes to contract value, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus wins — it's £75.04 less than the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max overall. If weight matters, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is easier to pocket at 199g. If contracts aren't your thing, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max at £449.00 SIM-free is the cheaper buy.
12 reviews 4.2
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Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
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Apple iPhone 16 Plus
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| Expert Rating | 4.5 12 reviews |
4.2 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.7" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 1290 x 2796 | 2796 x 1290 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 460 | 460 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A17 Pro | Apple A18 (3 nm) |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Apple iOS |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-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/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 159.9 x 76.7 x 8.3 mm | 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.80 mm |
| Weight | 221 grams | 199 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 |
£29.04/mo
£99.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £449.00 | £491.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 16 Plus cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is cheaper on contract at £795.96 over the life of the deal from £29.04 per month with £99.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 16 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 15 Pro Max uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Apple iPhone 16 Plus has a Super Retina XDR OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 16 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 16 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 15 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 16 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £449.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 16 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Apple iPhone 16 Plus comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 16 Plus use?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A17 Pro , while the Apple iPhone 16 Plus uses the Apple A18 (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 16 Plus?
It's a trade-off: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is lighter but the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is more compact. It's 22g lighter at 199 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 16 Plus is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 16 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 15 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 16 Plus run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.