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Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 15 Pro
Updated Jun 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score
Apple iPhone 15 Pro has a newer model: Apple iPhone 16 Pro →
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has a newer model: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max →
Verdict
Key takeaways
- Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone 15 Pro overall by 8 points (75 vs 67 out of 100).
- Key differences: battery capacity, where Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has 4,823 vs 3,274 mAh; optical zoom, where Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has 4× vs 3×; Geekbench single-core score, where Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has 3,891 vs 2,922; resolution, where Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has 1320 × 2868 vs 1179 × 2556 px; weight, where Apple iPhone 15 Pro is 46 g lighter.
- Best value: Apple iPhone 15 Pro (from $999) — the strongest score-per-dollar of the two.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads overall
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max · 82 overall, #24 of 139
75
Apple iPhone 15 Pro · 76 overall, #68 of 139
67
Key differences
- Battery capacityApple iPhone 17 Pro Max 4,823 vs 3,274 mAh
- Optical zoomApple iPhone 17 Pro Max 4× vs 3×
- Geekbench single-core scoreApple iPhone 17 Pro Max 3,891 vs 2,922
- ResolutionApple iPhone 17 Pro Max 1320 × 2868 vs 1179 × 2556 px
- WeightApple iPhone 15 Pro 46 g lighter
Scores by Category
iPhone 17 Pro Max wins 9 of 14 categories · iPhone 15 Pro wins 1
| Category | iPhone 17 Pro MaxiPhone 15 Pro | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Display | +5 | |
| Rear Camera | Tie | |
| Power & Battery | +21 | |
| Benchmark | +19 | |
| Chip | +8 | |
| Memory | +21 | |
| Security | Tie | |
| Design & Weight | +18 | |
| Miscellaneous | +7 | |
| Storage | +20 | |
| Cellular | Tie | |
| Front Camera | +8 | |
| Connectivity | +9 | |
| Sensors | Tie |
Physical Comparison
iPhone 17 Pro MaxiPhone 15 Pro
iPhone 17 Pro Max is 46 g (25%) heavier than iPhone 15 Pro.
Value for Money
Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).
iPhone 17 Pro Max
iPhone 15 Pro
Detailed Specifications
Memory
| Feature | iPhone 17 Pro Max | iPhone 15 Pro |
|---|---|---|
RAM capacity | 12 GB50% more | 8 GB |
Storage
| Feature | iPhone 17 Pro Max | iPhone 15 Pro |
|---|---|---|
Storage capacity | 256 GB100% more | 128 GB |
Display
| Feature | iPhone 17 Pro Max | iPhone 15 Pro |
|---|---|---|
Resolution | 1320 × 2868 px | 1179 × 2556 px |
Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
Display technology | ||
Protection |
Rear Camera
| Feature | iPhone 17 Pro Max | iPhone 15 Pro |
|---|---|---|
Rear camera aperture | 1.8 | 1.78 |
Optical zoom | 4×33% more | 3× |
High Dynamic Range (HDR) | Yes | Yes |
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) | Yes | Yes |
Design & Weight
| Feature | iPhone 17 Pro Max | iPhone 15 Pro |
|---|---|---|
Weight | 233 g | 187 g20% less |
Power & Battery
| Feature | iPhone 17 Pro Max | iPhone 15 Pro |
|---|---|---|
Battery capacity | 4,823 mAh47% more | 3,274 mAh |
Wireless charging support | Yes | Yes |
Fast charging support | Yes | Yes |
Benchmark
| Feature | iPhone 17 Pro Max | iPhone 15 Pro |
|---|---|---|
Geekbench single-core score | 3,89133% more | 2,922 |
Miscellaneous
| Feature | iPhone 17 Pro Max | iPhone 15 Pro |
|---|---|---|
Security updates until | 2030 | 2028 |
Dust & Water resistance |
Security
| Feature | iPhone 17 Pro Max | iPhone 15 Pro |
|---|---|---|
Fingerprint scanner | No | No |
Specification Note
Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.
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