Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 10 Pro

Our verdict: On contract, the Google Pixel 10 Pro works out £215.07 cheaper overall than the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max. Screen size goes to the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max at 6.7", while the Google Pixel 10 Pro wins on sharpness with 497 PPI. With 50MP on the rear, the Google Pixel 10 Pro has the higher-resolution camera. If selfies matter, the Google Pixel 10 Pro leads with a 42MP front-facing lens.

Expert Rating
4.5
12 reviews
4.3
10 reviews
Screen
6.7" 6.3"
Display
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED LTPO OLED
Resolution
1290 x 2796 1280 x 2856
Pixels Per Inch
460 497
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 42 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A17 Pro Google Tensor G5 (4 nm)
Storage
256GB, 512GB, 1TB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS
Apple iOS Android 15
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
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
159.9 x 76.7 x 8.3 mm 152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm
Weight
221 grams 207 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£69.50/mo (£30.00 upfront) £13.95/mo (£345.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£451.00 £639.99
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max Google Pixel 10 Pro Google Pixel 10 Pro
Expert Rating 4.5
12 reviews
4.3
10 reviews
Screen 6.7" 6.3"
Display LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED LTPO OLED
Resolution 1290 x 2796 1280 x 2856
Pixels Per Inch 460 497
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 42 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A17 Pro Google Tensor G5 (4 nm)
Storage 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS Apple iOS Android 15
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
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 159.9 x 76.7 x 8.3 mm 152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm
Weight 221 grams 207 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £69.50/mo
£30.00 upfront
£13.95/mo
£345.00 upfront
SIM-free £451.00 £639.99
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Google Pixel 10 Pro cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Google Pixel 10 Pro is cheaper on contract at £649.80 over the life of the deal from £13.95 per month with £345.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Google Pixel 10 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Google Pixel 10 Pro's 6.3", the Google Pixel 10 Pro has the sharper display at 497 pixels per inch versus 460, and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Google Pixel 10 Pro has a LTPO OLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Google Pixel 10 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Google Pixel 10 Pro has a 50 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 Google Pixel 10 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £451.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Google Pixel 10 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Google Pixel 10 Pro comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Google Pixel 10 Pro use?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A17 Pro , while the Google Pixel 10 Pro uses the Google Tensor G5 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Google Pixel 10 Pro?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro is the more portable of the two — it's 14g lighter at 207 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Google Pixel 10 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Google Pixel 10 Pro is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Google Pixel 10 Pro run?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max runs Apple iOS and the Google Pixel 10 Pro runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.