An iPhone 15 Pro Max vs. iPhone 14 Pro Max comparison will get you ready for one of the year’s most anticipated phone launches. Apple’s top flagship is expected to receive significant upgrades over the iPhone 14 Pro Max, which is currently one of the best phones available. And we’ll go over the most notable differences between the two Pro Max models.
So, what can we expect from the iPhone 15’s most premium flagship? According to reports and leaks, we’ll get a refreshed design, a breakthrough A17 Bionic chip, and a periscope zoom lens, a first for iPhones. But that’s not the end of the improvements. Here is everything you need to know.
Periscope zoom lens
Yes, when it comes to telephoto zoom lenses on the best camera phones, Apple lags far behind the competition. However, it appears that the iPhone 15 Pro Max will be catching up quickly. According to rumours, the iPhone 15 Pro Max will have a periscope zoom lens with 6x optical zoom, a significant upgrade from the iPhone 14 Pro Max’s 3x telephoto camera.
Yes, Apple lags far behind the competition when it comes to telephoto zoom lenses on the best camera phones. However, it appears that the iPhone 15 Pro Max will quickly catch up. The iPhone 15 Pro Max, according to rumours, will have a periscope zoom lens with 6x optical zoom, a significant upgrade from the iPhone 14 Pro Max’s 3x telephoto camera.
A17 Bionic power — and a world’s first
The A16 Bionic chip in the iPhone 14 Pro Max is already the fastest in a phone, but the new A17 Bionic chip in the iPhone 15 Pro Max is expected to push Apple’s performance even further. For starters, this is rumoured to be the world’s first chip in a handset based on the 3nm process, implying even better performance. Furthermore, Apple is said to have purchased the entire supply of this chip, making it a possible world exclusive.
According to DigiTimes(opens in new tab), the A17 Bionic’s 3nm technology will “enable significant specification upgrades in the upcoming iPhone series.” These enhancements are significant enough that suppliers anticipate increased demand for the iPhone 15.
USB-C
It’s almost certain that Apple will abandon the Lightning port in favour of USB-C. After all, the EU requires Apple to support USB-C by the end of 2024. And Apple has confirmed that USB-C will be added to iPhones, though it has not specified which models.
According to rumours, Apple will deliver USB-C to all four iPhone 15 devices, though Apple may reserve faster transfer speeds for the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max. Apple is more likely to guarantee the fastest charging and transfer speeds if an iPhone 15 USB-C cable or accessory is MFi (made for iPhone) certified.
Regardless, the iPhone 15 Pro Max should charge faster via USB-C than the iPhone 14 Pro Max. And we’ll have to wait and see about transfer speeds when connecting devices like cameras or external drives.
Longer battery life
The iPhone 14 Pro Max is already one of the most power-efficient phones available. It performed admirably in the Tom’s Guide battery test, which involves continuous web browsing over 5G at 150 nits of screen brightness. That puts it near the top of our list of the best phone battery life.
So, just how much better can the iPhone 15 Pro Max get? The new 3nm A17 Bionic chip is said to be 35% more power efficient than TSMC’s 5nm N4 process, which is used in the A16 Bionic. As a result, the runtime will almost certainly increase.
Titanium design (now with less sharp edges)
There’s nothing wrong with the stainless steel sides of the iPhone 14 Pro Max, but we’re excited about the possibility of a titanium alloy body for the iPhone 15 Pro Max chassis. Titanium is extremely strong while weighing less than aluminium, so an overall lighter big-screen phone from Apple should result. So long as the new periscope zoom does not add too much weight.
Another promising rumour is that the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max will have more rounded edges, making the device more comfortable to hold. Some users have complained about the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max’s sharper, squared-off edges, which can dig into your hands.
Solid state buttons
Yes, you read that correctly. The iPhone 15 Pro Max may do away with mechanical buttons entirely in favour of solid state buttons. The advantage is that the Pro Max will be more durable over time, with less chance of the buttons becoming stuck, as happened to me with my iPhone 12 Pro Max.
Assuming the design is well executed, pressing down will still produce a sensation due to haptic feedback. But hopefully you won’t miss the fact that they’re not actually buttons. As a result, the iPhone 15 Pro Max may receive a higher water resistance rating, as there is less chance of water entering the device.
iPhone 15 Pro Max vs iPhone 14 Pro Max: Outlook
There are clearly many unknowns about the iPhone 15 Pro Max, including a rumoured price. Apple may decide to charge more for this device, especially since the Galaxy S23 Ultra is already $100 more expensive than the iPhone 14 Pro Max. But it remains to be seen which upgrades are implemented and whether Apple is willing to charge even higher prices.
