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iPhone 15 Pro Max vs iPhone 15 Pro

Quick answer

The iPhone 15 Pro is 6.1 millimetres0.24 inches narrower and 34 grams1.20 ounces lighter than the iPhone 15 Pro Max.

The iPhone 15 Pro on Amazon (paid link) is significantly lighter and easier to handle with one hand, while the iPhone 15 Pro Max (paid link) gives you more screen estate and longer battery life. Under the hood they share the exact same processing power, so your choice comes down entirely to whether you prefer a compact fit or maximum endurance.

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Easier one-handediPhone 15 Pro

PocketiPhone 15 Pro

Weight differenceNoticeable

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HeightWidthDepthWeight15 Pro Max159.9 millimetres6.30 inches76.7 millimetres3.02 inches8.25 millimetres0.32 inches221 grams7.80 ounces15 Pro146.6 millimetres, 13.3 millimetres less5.77 inches, 0.52 inches less70.6 millimetres, 6.1 millimetres less2.78 inches, 0.24 inches less8.25 millimetres, the same0.32 inches, the same187 grams, 34 grams less6.60 ounces, 1.20 ounces less

Height: 15 Pro Max 159.9 millimetres, 15 Pro 146.6 millimetres.Height: 15 Pro Max 6.30 inches, 15 Pro 5.77 inches.Width: 15 Pro Max 76.7 millimetres, 15 Pro 70.6 millimetres.Width: 15 Pro Max 3.02 inches, 15 Pro 2.78 inches.Depth: 15 Pro Max 8.25 millimetres, 15 Pro 8.25 millimetres.Depth: 15 Pro Max 0.32 inches, 15 Pro 0.32 inches.Weight: 15 Pro Max 221 grams, 15 Pro 187 grams.Weight: 15 Pro Max 7.80 ounces, 15 Pro 6.60 ounces.

Specifications

Specifications for iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 15 Pro. Differences are given against iPhone 15 Pro Max.
Specification15 Pro Max15 Pro
Height159.9 millimetres6.30 inches146.6 millimetres, 13.3 millimetres less5.77 inches, 0.52 inches less
Width76.7 millimetres3.02 inches70.6 millimetres, 6.1 millimetres less2.78 inches, 0.24 inches less
Depth8.25 millimetres0.32 inches8.25 millimetres, the same0.32 inches, the same
Weight221 grams7.80 ounces187 grams, 34 grams less6.60 ounces, 1.20 ounces less
Volume101.2 cubic centimetres6.17 cubic inches85.4 cubic centimetres, 15.8 cubic centimetres less5.21 cubic inches, 0.96 cubic inches less
Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure.90 percent89 percent, 1 percent less
Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches.6.7 inches6.1 inches, 0.6 inches less
Resolution1290 × 27961179 × 2556
Pixel density460 pixels per inch460 pixels per inch, the same
CutoutDynamic IslandDynamic Island
Rear main48MP48MP
Rear ultra-wide——
Rear telephoto——
Front camera12MP12MP
ChipA17 ProA17 Pro
Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity.29 hrs23 hrs
PortUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth
Water resistanceIP68 (6m for 30 min)IP68 (6m for 30 min)
Storage256 GB – 1 TB128 GB – 1 TB
Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars.1,199 dollars999 dollars, 200 dollars less
ReleasedSep 2023Sep 2023
StatusDiscontinuedDiscontinued

Questions about these phones

How do the sizes of the iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone 15 Pro compare?

The iPhone 15 Pro is 6.1 mm narrower, 13.3 mm shorter, and 34 g lighter than the iPhone 15 Pro Max.

Which phone is easier to use with one hand?

The iPhone 15 Pro is easier to use with one hand compared to the larger iPhone 15 Pro Max.

Do both models fit in a typical men's jeans pocket?

Both the iPhone 15 Pro Max and the iPhone 15 Pro fit comfortably inside a typical men's jeans pocket.

Which device is better suited for smaller hands?

The iPhone 15 Pro is better suited for smaller hands due to its more compact dimensions.

What are the screen size differences between these two models?

The iPhone 15 Pro Max features a 6.7-inch display, whereas the iPhone 15 Pro comes with a smaller 6.1-inch screen.

Is the weight difference noticeable between the iPhone 15 Pro Max and the iPhone 15 Pro?

The 34 g weight difference is noticeable, with the iPhone 15 Pro feeling distinctly lighter in the hand than the iPhone 15 Pro Max.