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Apple
iPhone 15 Pro Max
- 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED
- Apple A17 Pro · 6-core CPU
- 221 g
- From $1,199
Available colors
Selected: Natural Titanium
Physical specifications
6.7"
Display size
221 g
Weight
159.9 mm
Height
76.7 mm
Width
8.3 mm
Thickness
19:9
Aspect ratio
Everyday usability
Estimated from device dimensions and weight.
One-handed use
AverageOne-handed use is possible, though two hands will often feel easier.
Pocket friendliness
GoodGenerally pocket-friendly for everyday carry.
Carry comfort
HeavyHeavier in the hand; longer sessions may feel more tiring.
Reading and media
More comfortable for reading and media than compact phones.
Gaming
SuitableIts hardware should handle most modern games, though demanding titles may benefit from adjusted settings.
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Open size comparisonDisplay
- Display size
- 6.7"
- Display technology
- Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution
- 2796 × 1290
- Refresh rate
- 120 Hz
- Peak brightness
- 2000 nits
- Protection
- Ceramic Shield
Performance
- Chipset
- Apple A17 Pro
- CPU
- 6-core CPU
- GPU
- 6-core GPU
- RAM
- 8 GB
- Storage
- 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1024 GB
- Expandable storage
- No
Battery & charging
- Wired charging
- 20 W
- Wireless charging
- 15 W
- Charging standard
- MagSafe, Qi
- Battery type
- Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion
Cameras
- Rear cameras
- Main · 48 MP · ƒ/1.78 · 24 mm · Second-generation sensor-shift OIS; Ultra Wide · 12 MP · ƒ/2.2 · 13 mm; Telephoto · 12 MP · ƒ/2.8 · 77 mm · 3× optical zoom · OIS
- Front cameras
- TrueDepth · 12 MP · ƒ/1.9
- Video recording
- 4K Dolby Vision up to 60 fps, ProRes up to 4K at 60 fps
Build & durability
- Frame
- Titanium
- Back
- Textured matte glass
- Front
- Ceramic Shield
- Ingress protection
- IP68
Connectivity
- Cellular
- 5G (sub-6 GHz and mmWave), Gigabit LTE
- Wi‑Fi
- Wi‑Fi 6E (802.11ax)
- Bluetooth
- Bluetooth 5.3
- USB
- USB-C (USB 3)
- NFC
- Yes
- eSIM
- Yes
- Satellite
- Emergency SOS via satellite
Release and pricing
- Announced
- September 12, 2023
- Released
- September 22, 2023
- Starting price
- $1,199
- Market
- US
- Configuration
- 128 GB
Buying guide FAQ
Practical upgrade and buying answers based on published specifications and previous-generation comparisons when available.
What’s new in Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (2023) compared with Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max (2022)?
Published changes versus Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max (2022) include a chipset change from Apple A16 Bionic to Apple A17 Pro, a starting RAM change from 6 GB to 8 GB, a frame material change from Stainless steel to Titanium and a weight change of −19 g. These are specification differences, not measured real-world scores.
Is it worth upgrading from Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max (2022) to Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (2023)?
An upgrade is easiest to justify if you care about a chipset change from Apple A16 Bionic to Apple A17 Pro, a starting RAM change from 6 GB to 8 GB and a frame material change from Stainless steel to Titanium. If those areas already meet your needs on Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max (2022), the move is optional rather than urgent.
How much better is the camera on Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (2023)?
The published rear-camera configuration looks broadly similar to Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max (2022). Any photo improvement would have to come from processing or software, which these specs do not quantify.
Is the display improved on Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (2023)?
Published display specifications remain closely aligned with Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max (2022). Buyers should not expect a clearly different screen experience from the listed panel data alone.
Has performance improved on Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (2023)?
Published performance changes versus Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max (2022) are a chipset change from Apple A16 Bionic to Apple A17 Pro and a starting RAM change from 6 GB to 8 GB. That points to more compute headroom on paper; sustained speed still depends on thermals and software.
Has durability improved on Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (2023)?
Published durability-related changes versus Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max (2022) include a frame material change from Stainless steel to Titanium. Ratings describe lab protection claims, not drop-test results.
How much more expensive is Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (2023) than Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max (2022)?
Launch pricing lists Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (2023) at $1,199 versus $1,099 for Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max (2022). The higher sticker is a factual launch-price difference, not a value judgment.
Who should buy Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (2023)?
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (2023) fits buyers who want a larger phone for media and reach and people moving up from Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max (2022). This is an editorial reading of size and published differences, not a personalized recommendation.
Considering another iPhone 15 model?
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Models and configurations
- Storage
- 128 GB256 GB512 GB1 TB
- Connectivity
- 5G (sub-6 GHz and mmWave)Gigabit LTE
- Colors
- Natural TitaniumBlue TitaniumWhite TitaniumBlack Titanium
- RAM
- 8 GB
- SIM configuration
- eSIM
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