Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs Realme GT7
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (2023) runs on the Apple A17 Pro, while the Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e; launch prices were $1199 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 72/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4441); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,415,876 vs 1,467,470); the Realme GT7 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Realme GT7
What makes Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 2233
- Better camera (83/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2415876 vs 1467470
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 7200
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4441 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 206g vs 221g
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $1199
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 79/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 41/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs the Realme GT7, the Realme GT7 scores 5 points higher (77/100 vs 72/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads (83/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 41/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max — 54/100, Realme GT7 — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Realme GT7 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (83/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (90/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max | Realme GT7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A17 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | |
| AnTuTu | 1467470 | 2415876 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 2233 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7200 | 7478 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2796x1290 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4441 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 154 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×76.7×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 221 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $420 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2796x1290
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- 4441 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Realme GT7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 leads Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max by 39.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $779. Realme GT7 was $779 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Realme GT7 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (83/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (90/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 edges out the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Realme GT7?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Realme GT7 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Realme GT7?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads on camera score (83/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 79/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max over the Realme GT7?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.