Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Key Specifications
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Apple A17 Pro | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.9", OLED, 120 Hz | 6.7", OLED, 120 Hz | ||
| Camera | 48MP+12MP+48MP/12MP | 48MP+12MP+12MP/12MP | ||
| Battery | 4685 mAh | 4422 mAh | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB | ||
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Apple A17 Pro | ||
| Display | 6.9", OLED, 120 Hz | 6.7", OLED, 120 Hz | ||
| Camera | 48MP+12MP+48MP/12MP | 48MP+12MP+12MP/12MP | ||
| Battery | 4685 mAh | 4422 mAh | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Display, Battery, Multimedia, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera | Gaming, Software, Performance, Design and Build Quality | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended For | Display, Battery, Multimedia, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera | Gaming, Software, Performance, Design and Build Quality |
General
| Colors | Desert Titanium, Natural Titanium, White Titanium, Black Titanium | Black Titanium, White Titanium, Blue Titanium, Natural Titanium | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | September 09, 2024 | September 12, 2023 | ||
| Availability | September 20, 2024 | September 22, 2023 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹1,44,900 | ₹1,59,900 | ||
| Colors | Desert Titanium, Natural Titanium, White Titanium, Black Titanium | Black Titanium, White Titanium, Blue Titanium, Natural Titanium | ||
| Launch | September 09, 2024 | September 12, 2023 | ||
| Availability | September 20, 2024 | September 22, 2023 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹1,44,900 | ₹1,59,900 |
Display
Winner:Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
| Type | OLED | OLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | Dolby Vision | Dolby Vision | ||
| Size | 6.9 inches | 6.7 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1320 pixels | 1290 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2868 pixels | 2796 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 460 ppi | 460 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | QHD+ | QHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 2000 nits | 2000 nits | ||
| Type | OLED | OLED | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | Dolby Vision | Dolby Vision | ||
| Size | 6.9 inches | 6.7 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1320 pixels | 1290 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2868 pixels | 2796 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 460 ppi | 460 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | QHD+ | QHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 2000 nits | 2000 nits |
Body
Winner:Tie
| Weight | 227 grams | 221 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Ceramic Shield | Ceramic Shield | ||
| Back | Glass | Glass | ||
| Side | Titanium Frame | Titanium Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Ceramic Shield Glass | Ceramic Shield Glass | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 3.2 | USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers | ||
| Weight | 227 grams | 221 grams | ||
| Front | Ceramic Shield | Ceramic Shield | ||
| Back | Glass | Glass | ||
| Side | Titanium Frame | Titanium Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Ceramic Shield Glass | Ceramic Shield Glass | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 3.2 | USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers |
Processor
Winner:Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
| Chipset Brand | Apple | Apple | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | A18 Pro | A17 Pro | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Hexa-core | ||
| GPU | Apple GPU | Apple GPU (6-core graphics) | ||
| Software Name | iOS | iOS | ||
| Software Skin | iOS | iOS | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 5 year(s) | 5 year(s) | ||
| Chipset Brand | Apple | Apple | ||
| Chipset Name | A18 Pro | A17 Pro | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Hexa-core | ||
| GPU | Apple GPU | Apple GPU (6-core graphics) | ||
| Software Name | iOS | iOS | ||
| Software Skin | iOS | iOS | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 5 year(s) | 5 year(s) |
Main Camera
Winner:Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
| Camera Resolution | 48 MP | 48 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 12 MP | 12 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Periscope | Periscope | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 48 MP | 12 MP | ||
| Camera 3 Type | Ultra-wide | Ultra-wide | ||
| Features | Dual LED Dual Tone Flash, HDR (photo/panorama), Laser Auto Focus, Panorama | ACES, Auto Focus, Continuous Auto Focus, Continuous Shooting, Dual LED Dual Tone Flash, Face Detection, Geotagging, HDR (photo/panorama), Panorama, PDAF, Photonic Engine, Scene Mode, Touch Focus | ||
| Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | ||
| Video | 10-bit HDR, 3D (spatial) video, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), ProRes Video Recording, Stereo Sound Recording | 10-bit HDR, 3D (spatial) video, Apple ProRAW, Cinematic mode, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), Macro Video Recording, ProRes Video Recording, Sensor Shift OIS, Stereo Sound Recording | ||
| Camera Resolution | 48 MP | 48 MP | ||
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 12 MP | 12 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Periscope | Periscope | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 48 MP | 12 MP | ||
| Camera 3 Type | Ultra-wide | Ultra-wide | ||
| Features | Dual LED Dual Tone Flash, HDR (photo/panorama), Laser Auto Focus, Panorama | ACES, Auto Focus, Continuous Auto Focus, Continuous Shooting, Dual LED Dual Tone Flash, Face Detection, Geotagging, HDR (photo/panorama), Panorama, PDAF, Photonic Engine, Scene Mode, Touch Focus | ||
| Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | ||
| Video | 10-bit HDR, 3D (spatial) video, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), ProRes Video Recording, Stereo Sound Recording | 10-bit HDR, 3D (spatial) video, Apple ProRAW, Cinematic mode, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), Macro Video Recording, ProRes Video Recording, Sensor Shift OIS, Stereo Sound Recording |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
| Front Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 12 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Depth | Wide-angle | ||
| Features | Face Unlock, HDR | Auto Focus, HDR | ||
| Video | 1080p@25/30/60fps, 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 8k@60fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, 4K@24/25/30/60fps, Cinematic Mode (4K@24/30fps), gyro-EIS | ||
| Front Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 12 MP | ||
| Front Camera Type | Depth | Wide-angle | ||
| Features | Face Unlock, HDR | Auto Focus, HDR | ||
| Video | 1080p@25/30/60fps, 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 8k@60fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, 4K@24/25/30/60fps, Cinematic Mode (4K@24/30fps), gyro-EIS |
Battery
Winner:Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
| Capacity | 4685 mAh | 4422 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion | ||
| Wireless Charging | true | true | ||
| Charging Speed | 45 W | 27 W | ||
| Capacity | 4685 mAh | 4422 mAh | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion | ||
| Wireless Charging | true | true | ||
| Charging Speed | 45 W | 27 W |
Memory
Winner:Tie
| Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | NvMe | NvMe | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X | ||
| Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB | ||
| Storage type | NvMe | NvMe | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, eSIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, eSIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, DC-HSDPA, EDGE, GSM, HSPA+, LTE FDD, TDD, UMTS | 5G, CDMA, EVDO, GSM, HSPA, LTE | ||
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, eSIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, eSIM, dual stand-by) | ||
| Network | 5G, DC-HSDPA, EDGE, GSM, HSPA+, LTE FDD, TDD, UMTS | 5G, CDMA, EVDO, GSM, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
Winner:Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be | Wi-Fi 6E 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | BeiDou, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, NavIC, QZSS | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS (L1+L5), NavIC, QZSS | ||
| NFC | Supported | Supported | ||
| Radio | - | - | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be | Wi-Fi 6E 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | BeiDou, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, NavIC, QZSS | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS (L1+L5), NavIC, QZSS | ||
| NFC | Supported | Supported | ||
| Radio | - | - |
Features
| AI Features | Apple Intelligence | Apple Intelligence | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Barometer Sensor, Emergency SOS, Face ID, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Touch Sensor, Ultra Wideband (UWB) Support | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Barometer Sensor, Color Spectrum Sensor, Compass, Face ID, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Ultra Wideband (UWB) Support | ||
| AI Features | Apple Intelligence | Apple Intelligence | ||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Barometer Sensor, Emergency SOS, Face ID, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Touch Sensor, Ultra Wideband (UWB) Support | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Barometer Sensor, Color Spectrum Sensor, Compass, Face ID, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Ultra Wideband (UWB) Support |
