Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Our verdict: Over a typical contract, expect to pay £166.26 less with the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max than the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max. If screen real estate matters, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max wins at 6.9". You'll barely notice the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max in your pocket at 221g. If contracts aren't your thing, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max at £446.00 SIM-free is the cheaper buy.
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Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
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Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
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| Expert Rating | 4.5 12 reviews |
4.4 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.9" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 1290 x 2796 | 1320 x 2868 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 460 | 458 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A17 Pro | Apple A18 Pro |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| 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 | 163 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm |
| Weight | 221 grams | 227 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£69.50/mo
£30.00 upfront |
£41.79/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £446.00 | £627.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is cheaper on contract at £865.70 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 Max or Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max's 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 460 pixels per inch, and both use LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panels.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 16 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 Max or Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £446.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max use?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A17 Pro , while the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max uses the Apple A18 Pro.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is the more portable of the two — it's 6g 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 15 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.