Big "Pros" from previous years are a popular choice for those who want a flagship iPhone without a flagship price. There are more changes between the 14 Pro Max and 15 Pro Max than it seems.
Short answer
iPhone 15 Pro Max - a 5× telephoto, titanium, USB-C, the A17 Pro with Apple Intelligence. iPhone 14 Pro Max - noticeably cheaper, with a 3× telephoto and Lightning.
Key differences
| Spec | Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max | Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Apple A17 Pro | Apple A16 Bionic |
| Display | 6.7", OLED, 1290×2796, 120 Hz | 6.7", Super Retina XDR OLED, 120 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 8/256 GB, 8/512 GB, 8/1024 GB | 6 GB RAM, 128GB/256GB/512GB/1TB |
| Rear cameras | 48 MP + 12 MP + 12 MP | 48 MP + 12 MP + 12 MP |
| Front | 12 MP | 12 MP |
| Battery | 4422 mAh | 4323 mAh |
| Charging | 15 W wireless | 15 W, wireless 7.5 W |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 |
| Thickness / weight | 8.25 mm / 221 g | 7.85 mm / 240 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Camera
The 15 Pro Max got a 5× telephoto (tetraprism) - a significant step for zoom from the 14 Pro Max's 3×.
Modern features
USB-C, the Action button, titanium and Apple Intelligence - only on the 15 Pro Max. More about the chips: Apple A17 Pro and Apple A16 Bionic.
Battery
According to its device page, the 14 Pro Max has 4323 mAh - it's still one of the longest-lasting iPhones.
Verdict: who should buy which
- 5× zoom and AI - iPhone 15 Pro Max.
- Savings - iPhone 14 Pro Max.
FAQ
What's the zoom on the 15 Pro Max?
5× optical.
Does the 14 Pro Max have USB-C?
No.
How much does the 15 Pro Max weigh?
221 g.