Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs Sony Xperia Pro-I
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (2023) runs on the Apple A17 Pro, while the Sony Xperia Pro-I (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 888; launch prices were $1199 and $1799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads — 72/100 vs 50/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia Pro-I has the bigger battery (4500 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 1,135,878).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Sony Xperia Pro-I
What makes Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1467470 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7200 vs 3537
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 12MP
- Cheaper at launch: $1199 vs $1799
- Higher performance (79/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (83/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (41/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Sony Xperia Pro-I better?
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4441 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 27W
- Lighter: 211g vs 221g
- Better display (90/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs the Sony Xperia Pro-I, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max scores 22 points higher (72/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads (79/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads (83/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max — 54/100, Sony Xperia Pro-I — 8/100; 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 Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max notably outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I (79/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I (83/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a bit better (41/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max | Sony Xperia Pro-I | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A17 Pro | Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1467470 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7200 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2796x1290 | 1644x3840 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4441 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 154 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65/IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×76.7×8.3 mm | 166.0×72.0×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $1799 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Sony Xperia Pro-I
- Main: 12MP f/2.0
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2796x1290
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia Pro-I
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- 4441 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia Pro-I
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Sony Xperia Pro-I, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads Sony Xperia Pro-I by 29.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $600. Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max was $600 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max notably outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I (79/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I (83/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a bit better (41/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Sony Xperia Pro-I?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I by 22 points (72/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Sony Xperia Pro-I?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Sony Xperia Pro-I — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Sony Xperia Pro-I?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads on camera score (83/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Sony Xperia Pro-I?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads on performance (79/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max over the Sony Xperia Pro-I?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Sony Xperia Pro-I is a better fit for active users.