Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs Sony Xperia 5 IV
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (2023) runs on the Apple A17 Pro, while the Sony Xperia 5 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads — 72/100 vs 67/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 5 IV has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4441); the main camera is 48 MP vs 12 MP; the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (1,467,470 vs 1,242,193); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has the stronger camera (154 vs 119); the Sony Xperia 5 IV is noticeably lighter (172g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Sony Xperia 5 IV
What makes Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1467470 vs 1242193
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7200 vs 4188
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (79/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (83/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 5 IV better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4441 mAh
- Lighter: 172g vs 221g
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 41/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs the Sony Xperia 5 IV, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max scores 5 points higher (72/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads (79/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads (83/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (66/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a bit better (79/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Sony Xperia 5 IV are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (83/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (66/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (74/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max | Sony Xperia 5 IV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A17 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1467470 | 1242193 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7200 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2796x1290 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4441 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 154 | 119 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×76.7×8.3 mm | 156.0×67.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 172 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2796x1290
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- 4441 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Sony Xperia 5 IV, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads Sony Xperia 5 IV by 18.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Sony Xperia 5 IV
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a bit better (79/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Sony Xperia 5 IV are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (83/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (66/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (74/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max edges out the Sony Xperia 5 IV 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 Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Sony Xperia 5 IV — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads on camera score (83/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads on performance (79/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max over the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Sony Xperia 5 IV is a better fit for active users.