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Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 15 Pro
Updated Sep 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score
Apple iPhone 15 Pro has a newer model: Apple iPhone 16 Pro →
Verdict
Key takeaways
- Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone 15 Pro overall by 9 points (77 vs 68 out of 100).
- Key differences: battery capacity, where Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has 5,391 vs 3,274 mAh; Geekbench single-core score, where Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has 4,735 vs 2,922; optical zoom, where Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has 4× vs 3×; rear camera aperture, where Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has f/1.48 vs f/1.78; resolution, where Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has 1320 × 2868 vs 1179 × 2556 px.
- Best value: Apple iPhone 15 Pro (from $999) — the strongest score-per-dollar of the two.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads overall
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max · 85 overall, #7 of 139
77
Apple iPhone 15 Pro · 76 overall, #68 of 139
68
Key differences
- Battery capacityApple iPhone 18 Pro Max 5,391 vs 3,274 mAh
- Geekbench single-core scoreApple iPhone 18 Pro Max 4,735 vs 2,922
- Optical zoomApple iPhone 18 Pro Max 4× vs 3×
- Rear camera apertureApple iPhone 18 Pro Max f/1.48 vs f/1.78
- ResolutionApple iPhone 18 Pro Max 1320 × 2868 vs 1179 × 2556 px
Scores by Category
iPhone 18 Pro Max wins 9 of 14 categories · iPhone 15 Pro wins 1
| Category | iPhone 18 Pro MaxiPhone 15 Pro | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Display | +5 | |
| Rear Camera | +9 | |
| Power & Battery | +28 | |
| Benchmark | +24 | |
| Chip | +8 | |
| Memory | +21 | |
| Security | Tie | |
| Design & Weight | +25 | |
| Miscellaneous | Tie | |
| Storage | +20 | |
| Cellular | Tie | |
| Front Camera | +8 | |
| Connectivity | +9 | |
| Sensors | Tie |
Physical Comparison
iPhone 18 Pro MaxiPhone 15 Pro
iPhone 18 Pro Max is 62 g (33%) heavier than iPhone 15 Pro.
Value for Money
Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).
iPhone 18 Pro Max
iPhone 15 Pro
Detailed Specifications
Memory
| Feature | iPhone 18 Pro Max | iPhone 15 Pro |
|---|---|---|
RAM capacity | 12 GB50% more | 8 GB |
Storage
| Feature | iPhone 18 Pro Max | iPhone 15 Pro |
|---|---|---|
Storage capacity | 256 GB100% more | 128 GB |
Display
| Feature | iPhone 18 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 18 Pro Max | iPhone 15 Pro |
|---|---|---|
Rear camera aperture | 1.4817% less | 1.78 |
Optical zoom | 4×33% more | 3× |
High Dynamic Range (HDR) | Yes | Yes |
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) | Yes | Yes |
Design & Weight
| Feature | iPhone 18 Pro Max | iPhone 15 Pro |
|---|---|---|
Weight | 249 g | 187 g25% less |
Power & Battery
| Feature | iPhone 18 Pro Max | iPhone 15 Pro |
|---|---|---|
Battery capacity | 5,391 mAh65% more | 3,274 mAh |
Wireless charging support | Yes | Yes |
Fast charging support | Yes | Yes |
Benchmark
| Feature | iPhone 18 Pro Max | iPhone 15 Pro |
|---|---|---|
Geekbench single-core score | 4,73562% more | 2,922 |
Miscellaneous
| Feature | iPhone 18 Pro Max | iPhone 15 Pro |
|---|---|---|
Security updates until | 2031 | 2028 |
Dust & Water resistance |
Security
| Feature | iPhone 18 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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