Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs OnePlus 15
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1299 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 80/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5567); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 3,551,073); the OnePlus 15 is noticeably lighter (213g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
OnePlus 15
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 3639
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 11047
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 3551073
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5567 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 213g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1299
- Better camera (78/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the OnePlus 15, the OnePlus 15 scores 6 points higher (86/100 vs 80/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 67/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, OnePlus 15 — 86/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 97/100. In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the OnePlus 15 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (78/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (50/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | OnePlus 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 3606149 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and OnePlus 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max by 1.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. OnePlus 15 was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 97/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the OnePlus 15 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (78/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (89/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (50/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 edges out the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the OnePlus 15?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the OnePlus 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the OnePlus 15?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.