Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 15

Compare Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 15 side by side: Apple A16 Bionic vs Apple A16 Bionic, 48MP vs 48MP camera, 4323mAh vs 3349mAh battery, $1099…

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iPhone 15

$799

2categories won

13 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max claims the overall win over the Apple iPhone 15, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. In camera testing, the iPhone 14 Pro Max leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the iPhone 14 Pro Max. Choose the iPhone 14 Pro Max if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iPhone 15 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryiPhone 14 Pro Max

iPhone 14 Pro Max wins on endurance with 4,323 mAh and 20W fast charging.

🎮 GamingTie

Both handsets deliver top-tier speed with Apple A16 Bionic and smooth everyday multitasking.

📸 CameraiPhone 14 Pro Max

iPhone 14 Pro Max wins photography with 48MP main imaging and 3x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValueiPhone 15

iPhone 15 wins on budget and value at $799 compared to $1099.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

iPhone 14 Pro Max vs iPhone 15: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max, Apple iPhone 15
Specification	iPhone 14 Pro Max	iPhone 15
Screen size	6.7"	6.1"
Resolution	1290 x 2796Winner	1179 x 2556
Pixel density	460 ppi	461 ppi
Refresh rate	120 HzWinner	60 Hz
Peak brightness	2000 nits	2000 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max, Apple iPhone 15
Specification	iPhone 14 Pro Max	iPhone 15
Chipset	Apple A16 Bionic	Apple A16 Bionic
Process node	4 nm	4 nm
AnTuTu score	1,420,000Winner	1,380,000
Geekbench multi	6620	6650
Maximum RAM	6 GB	6 GB
Maximum storage	1TBWinner	512GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max, Apple iPhone 15
Specification	iPhone 14 Pro Max	iPhone 15
Main sensor	48 MP	48 MP
Rear cameras	3Winner	2
Optical zoom	3x	—
Ultrawide	12 MP	12 MP
Selfie camera	12 MP	12 MP
Max video	4K at 60fps ProRes / Dolby Vision	4K at 60fps Dolby Vision HDR

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max, Apple iPhone 15
Specification	iPhone 14 Pro Max	iPhone 15
Capacity	4,323 mAhWinner	3,349 mAh
Wired charging	20 W	20 W
Wireless charging	15 W	15 W

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max, Apple iPhone 15
Specification	iPhone 14 Pro Max	iPhone 15
Weight	240 g	171 gWinner
Thickness	7.85 mm	7.8 mm
Water resistance	IP68	IP68
Build	Surgical-grade stainless steel frame, Ceramic Shield front, textured matte glass back	Aluminum frame, Ceramic Shield front, color-infused matte glass back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max, Apple iPhone 15
Specification	iPhone 14 Pro Max	iPhone 15
Operating system	iOS 16	iOS 17
OS updates	6 years	6 years
Security updates	7 years	7 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max, Apple iPhone 15
Specification	iPhone 14 Pro Max	iPhone 15
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$1,099	$799Winner