iPhone 15 Pro Max
2023 generation
256GB
| Criterion | iPhone 15 Pro Max | iPhone 16 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6,7″ | 6,9″ |
| Chip | A17 Pro | A18 Pro |
| Dynamic Island | Dynamic Island | Dynamic Island |
| Connector | USB‑C Prise en charge d’USB 3 pour des transf… | USB‑C Prise en charge d’USB 3 pour des transf… |
| ProMotion (120 Hz) | ProMotion technology | ProMotion technology |
| High-resolution camera | Super high-resolution photos (24 MP and 48 MP) | Super high-resolution photos (24 MP and 48 MP) |
| Optical zoom | Zoom, 0,5x, 1x, 2x, 5x | Zoom, 0,5x, 1x, 2x, 5x |
| Material | Titanium frame |
The iPhone 16 Pro Max upgrades the iPhone 15 Pro Max (chip, camera, Dynamic Island, USB-C…). The iPhone 15 Pro Max stays strong refurbished.
Based on official Apple specs.
See the table for materials and buttons. The iPhone 15 Pro Max often feels similar day to day.
Newer chip on the iPhone 16 Pro Max. Both stay smooth; the gap shows in intensive gaming or 4–5 year ownership.
Each generation improves zoom and processing. Also compare Pro variants.
A refurbished iPhone 15 Pro Max costs less than an equivalent iPhone 16 Pro Max. Compare stock and trade-in estimates.
Model comparisons
Compare iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone 16 Pro Max: design, chip, camera, refurbished price.
Go to our stock or estimate trade-in.
Related guides
| Criterion | iPhone 15 Pro Max | iPhone 16 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6,7″ | 6,9″ |
| Chip | A17 Pro | A18 Pro |
| Dynamic Island | Dynamic Island | Dynamic Island |
| Connector | USB‑C Prise en charge d’USB 3 pour des transf… | USB‑C Prise en charge d’USB 3 pour des transf… |
| ProMotion (120 Hz) | ProMotion technology | ProMotion technology |
| High-resolution camera | Super high-resolution photos (24 MP and 48 MP) | Super high-resolution photos (24 MP and 48 MP) |
| Optical zoom | Zoom, 0,5x, 1x, 2x, 5x | Zoom, 0,5x, 1x, 2x, 5x |
| Material | Titanium frame |
The iPhone 16 Pro Max upgrades the iPhone 15 Pro Max (chip, camera, Dynamic Island, USB-C…). The iPhone 15 Pro Max stays strong refurbished.
Based on official Apple specs.
See the table for materials and buttons. The iPhone 15 Pro Max often feels similar day to day.
Newer chip on the iPhone 16 Pro Max. Both stay smooth; the gap shows in intensive gaming or 4–5 year ownership.
Each generation improves zoom and processing. Also compare Pro variants.
A refurbished iPhone 15 Pro Max costs less than an equivalent iPhone 16 Pro Max. Compare stock and trade-in estimates.
Model comparisons
Compare iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone 16 Pro Max: design, chip, camera, refurbished price.
Go to our stock or estimate trade-in.
Related guides
| Titanium frame |
| Video battery life | Up to 29 hours | Up to 33 hours |
|---|
| Refurbished price | Older, usually cheaper | Newer, higher price |
|---|
| iOS longevity | Very good | Excellent (+1 generation) |
|---|
Our verdict
Choose refurbished iPhone 15 Pro Max if budget comes first.
Choose iPhone 16 Pro Max for the newer generation and extra iOS longevity.
Estimate your trade-in to stretch your budget.
| Titanium frame |
| Video battery life | Up to 29 hours | Up to 33 hours |
|---|
| Refurbished price | Older, usually cheaper | Newer, higher price |
|---|
| iOS longevity | Very good | Excellent (+1 generation) |
|---|
Our verdict
Choose refurbished iPhone 15 Pro Max if budget comes first.
Choose iPhone 16 Pro Max for the newer generation and extra iOS longevity.
Estimate your trade-in to stretch your budget.