iPhone Duo vs iPhone 15 Pro Max
Quick answer
The iPhone 15 Pro Max is 42.1 millimetres1.66 inches taller and 3.05 millimetres0.12 inches thinner than the iPhone Duo.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max is 87.9 millimetres3.46 inches narrower and 42.1 millimetres1.66 inches taller than the iPhone Duo.
The iPhone Duo on Amazon (paid link) just launched as a foldable with a shorter profile, while the iPhone 15 Pro Max (paid link) is a discontinued flagship available renewed for much less than the new model. You will notice the battery life on the Duo is much longer, but the 15 Pro Max still delivers the current software. If you are buying today, the value of the refreshed older model is hard to ignore. If you would rather have the newest flagship, the iPhone 18 Pro (paid link) is also worth a look.
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Easier one-handed: iPhone 15 Pro Max
Pocket: iPhone 15 Pro Max
Weight difference: Noticeable
iPhone DuoiPhone Duo
from $1,999 at launch.
Launch price, not a live Amazon price.
Check price on Amazon (paid link)iPhone 15 Pro Max
from $1,199 at launch.
Launch price, not a live Amazon price.
Check price on Amazon Renewed (paid link)
Paid link.
TRUE SCALE · 1.2 PX/MM
TRUE SCALE · 2.1 PX/MM
Hand: US Army ANSUR II, 2012 (sex-balanced median). Pockets: The Pudding, 2018. Card: ISO/IEC 7810 ID-1.
iPhone Duo: 117.8 by 84.1 by 11.3 millimetres, 254 grams. iPhone 15 Pro Max: 159.9 by 76.7 by 8.25 millimetres, 221 grams.iPhone Duo: 117.8 by 164.6 by 5.2 millimetres, 254 grams. iPhone 15 Pro Max: 159.9 by 76.7 by 8.25 millimetres, 221 grams.
Duo, 15 Pro Max shown at 2.1 pixels per millimetre.
iPhone DuoiPhone Duo
from $1,999 at launch.
Launch price, not a live Amazon price.
Check price on Amazon (paid link)iPhone 15 Pro Max
from $1,199 at launch.
Launch price, not a live Amazon price.
Check price on Amazon Renewed (paid link)
Paid link.
Height: Duo 117.8 millimetres, 15 Pro Max 159.9 millimetres.Height: Duo 4.64 inches, 15 Pro Max 6.30 inches.Width: Duo 84.1 millimetres, 15 Pro Max 76.7 millimetres.Width: Duo 3.31 inches, 15 Pro Max 3.02 inches.Depth: Duo 11.30 millimetres, 15 Pro Max 8.25 millimetres.Depth: Duo 0.44 inches, 15 Pro Max 0.32 inches.Weight: Duo 254 grams, 15 Pro Max 221 grams.Weight: Duo 8.96 ounces, 15 Pro Max 7.80 ounces.
Height: Duo 117.8 millimetres, 15 Pro Max 159.9 millimetres.Height: Duo 4.64 inches, 15 Pro Max 6.30 inches.Width: Duo 164.6 millimetres, 15 Pro Max 76.7 millimetres.Width: Duo 6.48 inches, 15 Pro Max 3.02 inches.Depth: Duo 5.20 millimetres, 15 Pro Max 8.25 millimetres.Depth: Duo 0.20 inches, 15 Pro Max 0.32 inches.Weight: Duo 254 grams, 15 Pro Max 221 grams.Weight: Duo 8.96 ounces, 15 Pro Max 7.80 ounces.
Specifications
| Specification | Duo | 15 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 117.8 millimetres4.64 inches117.8 millimetres4.64 inches | 159.9 millimetres, 42.1 millimetres more6.30 inches, 1.66 inches more159.9 millimetres, 42.1 millimetres more6.30 inches, 1.66 inches more |
| Height, open | 117.8 millimetres4.64 inches | — |
| Height, closed | 117.8 millimetres4.64 inches | — |
| Width | 84.1 millimetres3.31 inches164.6 millimetres6.48 inches | 76.7 millimetres, 7.4 millimetres less3.02 inches, 0.29 inches less76.7 millimetres, 87.9 millimetres less3.02 inches, 3.46 inches less |
| Width, open | 164.6 millimetres6.48 inches | — |
| Width, closed | 84.1 millimetres3.31 inches | — |
| Depth | 11.30 millimetres0.44 inches5.20 millimetres0.20 inches | 8.25 millimetres, 3.05 millimetres less0.32 inches, 0.12 inches less8.25 millimetres, 3.05 millimetres more0.32 inches, 0.12 inches more |
| Depth, open | 5.20 millimetres0.20 inches | — |
| Depth, closed | 11.30 millimetres0.44 inches | — |
| Weight | 254 grams8.96 ounces254 grams8.96 ounces | 221 grams, 33 grams less7.80 ounces, 1.16 ounces less221 grams, 33 grams less7.80 ounces, 1.16 ounces less |
| Volume | 111.9 cubic centimetres6.83 cubic inches100.8 cubic centimetres6.15 cubic inches | 101.2 cubic centimetres, 10.8 cubic centimetres less6.17 cubic inches, 0.66 cubic inches less101.2 cubic centimetres, 0.4 cubic centimetres more6.17 cubic inches, 0.02 cubic inches more |
| Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure. | 89 percent90 percent | 90 percent, 1 percent more90 percent, 1 percent less |
| Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches. | 5.4 inches7.6 inches | 6.7 inches, 1.3 inches more6.7 inches, 0.9 inches less |
| Resolution | 1398 × 20341878 × 2670 | 1290 × 27961290 × 2796 |
| Pixel density | 460 pixels per inch430 pixels per inch | 460 pixels per inch, the same460 pixels per inch, 30 pixels per inch more |
| Cutout | Dynamic IslandNone | Dynamic IslandDynamic Island |
| Rear main | 48MP Fusion f/1.648MP Fusion f/1.6 | 48MP48MP |
| Rear ultra-wide | 48MP Ultra Wide f/2.248MP Ultra Wide f/2.2 | —— |
| Rear telephoto | —— | —— |
| Front camera | 12MP Center Stage f/2.2 (outer), under-display FaceTime f/1.8 (inner)12MP Center Stage f/2.2 (outer), under-display FaceTime f/1.8 (inner) | 12MP12MP |
| Chip | A20 ProA20 Pro | A17 ProA17 Pro |
| Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity. | 44 hrs31 hrs | 29 hrs29 hrs |
| Port | USB-CUSB-C | USB-CUSB-C |
| Wireless | 5G · Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Apple C2 modem5G · Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Apple C2 modem | 5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth |
| Water resistance | IP68 (6m for 30 min)IP68 (6m for 30 min) | IP68 (6m for 30 min)IP68 (6m for 30 min) |
| Storage | 256 GB – 2 TB256 GB – 2 TB | 256 GB – 1 TB256 GB – 1 TB |
| Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars. | 1,999 dollars1,999 dollars | 1,199 dollars, 800 dollars less1,199 dollars, 800 dollars less |
| Released | Oct 2026Oct 2026 | Sep 2023Sep 2023 |
| Status | CurrentCurrent | DiscontinuedDiscontinued |
Dimensions
The iPhone 15 Pro Max is 42.1 mm (1.66 in) taller, 7.4 mm (0.29 in) narrower, 3.05 mm (0.12 in) thinner and 33 g (1.16 oz) lighter than the iPhone Duo (closed). The iPhone Duo (closed) measures 117.8 × 84.1 × 11.30 mm (4.64 × 3.31 × 0.44 in) and weighs 254 g (8.96 oz). The iPhone Duo (open) measures 117.8 × 164.6 × 5.20 mm (4.64 × 6.48 × 0.20 in) and weighs 254 g (8.96 oz). The iPhone 15 Pro Max measures 159.9 × 76.7 × 8.25 mm (6.30 × 3.02 × 0.32 in) and weighs 221 g (7.80 oz).
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Questions about these phones
How much taller is the iPhone 15 Pro Max than the iPhone Duo?
The iPhone 15 Pro Max is 42.1 mm taller than the iPhone Duo. The iPhone Duo measures 117.8 mm in height when closed.
Which phone is lighter between the iPhone Duo and iPhone 15 Pro Max?
The iPhone 15 Pro Max is lighter, weighing 221 grams compared to the iPhone Duo at 254 grams. This 33 gram difference is noticeable.
What is the screen size difference between the iPhone Duo and iPhone 15 Pro Max?
The iPhone 15 Pro Max has a 6.7 inch display while the iPhone Duo has a 5.4 inch display. The difference is 1.3 inches.
Which phone is easier to use one-handed?
The iPhone 15 Pro Max is easier to use one-handed. The iPhone Duo is better suited for small hands.
Does the iPhone Duo fit in a typical men's jeans pocket?
No, the iPhone Duo does not fit in a typical men's jeans pocket. The iPhone 15 Pro Max fits in a typical men's jeans pocket.
Is upgrading to the iPhone Duo worth it for size alone?
No, upgrading to the iPhone Duo for size alone is not worth it. The iPhone 15 Pro Max is more pocketable despite being taller.