Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro (2023) runs on the Apple A17 Pro, while the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro; launch prices were $999 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 70/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (5567 mAh vs 3274); the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,434,654 vs 1,467,470); the Apple iPhone 15 Pro is noticeably lighter (187g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone 15 Pro better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1299
- Better camera (83/100 vs 71/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 27/100)
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3434654 vs 1467470
- Better Geekbench Single: 4772 vs 2969
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12989 vs 7599
- Bigger battery: 5567 vs 3274 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 20W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 80/100)
- Longer battery life (67/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 10 points higher (80/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro leads (83/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (67/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 15 Pro — 50/100, Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100; 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 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro (97/100 vs 80/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro is a bit better (83/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro (67/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (64/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A17 Pro | Apple A20 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1467470 | 3434654 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2969 | 4772 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7599 | 12989 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1320x2868 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3274 mAh | 5567 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 154 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 18 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | iOS 27 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.6×70.6×8.3 mm | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 249 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
- 3274 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone 15 Pro by 57.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Apple iPhone 15 Pro was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro (97/100 vs 80/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro is a bit better (83/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro (67/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (64/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 15 Pro — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 Pro and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro leads on camera score (83/100 vs 71/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 80/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 Pro over the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users.