Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs OnePlus 15
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $1199 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 61/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4685); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,621,671 vs 1,890,000).
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
OnePlus 15
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 3050
- Better camera (89/100 vs 34/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3621671 vs 1890000
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 8400
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4685 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 213g vs 227g
- Cheaper: $799 vs $1199
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 54/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 35/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (33/100 vs 16/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs the OnePlus 15, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max scores 1 points higher (62/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (77/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (48/100 vs 35/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (55/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (77/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15 (89/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (48/100 vs 35/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (33/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (55/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max | OnePlus 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1890000 | 3621671 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8400 | 9300 | |
| Display | 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4685 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 161 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.6×8.3 mm | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 213 g | |
| Price | $1199 | $799 |
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 4685 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and OnePlus 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by 47.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $400. OnePlus 15 is cheaper by $400.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (77/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15 (89/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (48/100 vs 35/100).
design
In the "design" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (33/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (55/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the OnePlus 15?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max edges out the OnePlus 15 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the OnePlus 15?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the OnePlus 15 — 61/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the OnePlus 15?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads on camera score (89/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (77/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max over the OnePlus 15?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for active users.