Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 15
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (2023) runs on the Apple A17 Pro, while the Xiaomi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1199 and $635. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 leads — 82/100 vs 72/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 has the bigger battery (5240 mAh vs 4441); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 15 is faster in AnTuTu (2,914,100 vs 1,467,470); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has the stronger camera (154 vs 147); the Xiaomi 15 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Xiaomi 15
What makes Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max better?
- Better camera (83/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2914100 vs 1467470
- Better Geekbench Single: 3092 vs 2900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9147 vs 7200
- Bigger battery: 5240 vs 4441 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 191g vs 221g
- Cheaper at launch: $635 vs $1199
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 79/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 41/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 15, the Xiaomi 15 scores 10 points higher (82/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 leads (91/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 leads (77/100 vs 41/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max — 54/100, Xiaomi 15 — 78/100; 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 Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (91/100 vs 79/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a bit better (83/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (77/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (60/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max | Xiaomi 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A17 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1467470 | 2914100 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 3092 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7200 | 9147 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2796x1290 | 2670x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4441 mAh | 5240 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 154 | 147 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×76.7×8.3 mm | 152.3×71.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $635 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2796x1290
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- 4441 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 15
- 5240 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:20 hrs, total 31:54 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Xiaomi 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 leads Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max by 49.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $564. Xiaomi 15 was $564 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (91/100 vs 79/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a bit better (83/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (77/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (60/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 15?
The Xiaomi 15 is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 15?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Xiaomi 15 — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 15?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads on camera score (83/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 15?
The Xiaomi 15 leads on performance (91/100 vs 79/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 15?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.