Overview
The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are top-of-the-line smartphones from Apple, both packed with advanced features and specs designed to meet the needs of today’s users. Here’s a detailed look at how they compare in terms of their main features, performance, and design.
Display
- Type: Both phones have an LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED screen.
- Size: The iPhone 15 Pro has a 6.7-inch screen, and the iPhone 16 Pro Max has a bigger 6.9-inch screen.
- Resolution: The iPhone 15 Pro has a resolution of 1290 x 2796 pixels, while the iPhone 16 Pro Max has a higher resolution of 1320 x 2868 pixels.
- Brightness Protection: Both phones use Ceramic Shield glass to make them more durable
Performance
- Operating System: The 15 Pro operates on iOS 17, upgradable to iOS 18.1, while the 16 Pro Max comes with iOS 18, also upgradable to iOS 18.1.
- Chipset: The former is powered by the Apple A17 Pro chip, whereas the latter utilizes the newer Apple A18 Pro chip.
- CPU Configuration: The CPU in the iPhone 15 Pro consists of a hexa-core setup with clock speeds of 2×3.78 GHz+4×2.11 GHz2×3.78 GHz+4×2.11 GHz, while the iPhone 16 Pro Max features a faster configuration of 2×4.05 GHz+4×2.42 GHz2×4.05 GHz+4×2.42 GHz.
Camera Capabilities
Main Camera
Both models feature similar camera setups with:
- Wide Camera: A primary sensor of 48 MP, f/1.8 aperture.
- Telephoto Camera: The iPhone 15 Pro has a 12 MP telephoto lens with a 3×3× optical zoom, while the iPhone 16 Pro Max offers a more advanced 5×5× optical zoom with a similar sensor.
- Ultrawide Camera: Both models include a 12 MP, f/2.2 ultrawide lens.
Video Recording
- Both devices support high-quality video recording capabilities including:
- Up to 4K at various frame rates
- Dolby Vision HDR support
- Enhanced audio recording features
Selfie Camera
The front-facing camera on both devices is a 12 MP, featuring advanced capabilities such as HDR and video recording up to 4K.
Battery and Charging
- The battery capacity of the iPhone 15 Pro is rated at 4441 mAh, while the newer model has a larger capacity of 4685 mAh.
- Both models support fast charging via USB Type-C with similar charging speeds but differ in wireless charging capabilities; the iPhone 16 Pro Max supports up to 25W25W wireless charging.
Summary
In short, both the 15 Pro and 16 Pro Max offer great performance, top-notch cameras, and high-quality screens that meet different user needs. The decision between them could come down to liking a bigger screen, needing more battery life, or wanting special camera features like better zoom.
Specifications
| Feature | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 16 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Network Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
| Launch Date | Announced: September 12, 2023 | Announced: September 9, 2024 |
| Availability | Released: September 22, 2023 | Released: September 20, 2024 |
| Dimensions | 159.9 x 76.7 x 8.3 mm (6.30 x 3.02 x 0.33 in) | 163 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm (6.42 x 3.06 x 0.33 in) |
| Weight | 221 g (7.80 oz) | 227 g (8.01 oz) |
| Build | Glass front and back (Corning), titanium frame (grade 5) | Glass front and back (Corning), titanium frame (grade 5) |
| SIM Options | Nano-SIM and eSIM (International), Dual eSIM (USA), Dual SIM (China) | Nano-SIM and eSIM (International), Dual eSIM (USA), Dual SIM (China) |
| Water Resistance | IP68 rating (up to 6m for 30 min) | IP68 rating (up to 6m for 30 min) |
