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Compare iPhone 17 & iPhone 15 Pro Max

Compare key specs of iPhone 17 and iPhone 15 Pro Max to choose the model that fits your needs.

iPhone 17
Out of stock
iPhone 15 Pro Max
Out of stock

Technical Specifications

Color
Sage, White, Blue, Purple, Black
Black Titanium, Blue Titanium, Natural Titanium, White Titanium, Mint
Storage
256GB, 512GB
256GB, 512GB, 1TB
Display
Super Retina XDR, 120 Hz ProMotion, Always-On, HDR, True Tone
6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display with ProMotion
Display Resolution
2622 × 1206 pixels (~460 ppi)
2796 x 1290 pixels at 460 ppi
Camera
Dual 48 MP (main + ultra-wide) with PDAF & OIS
48MP (Main, f/1.8), 12MP Ultra Wide (f/2.2), 12MP Telephoto (f/2.8, 5x periscope), LiDAR, 4K video.
Front camera
18 MP Center Stage with autofocus
12MP TrueDepth camera
Battery
3,692 mAh., Up to ~30 h video playback, Fast charging (50% in ~20 min with 40 W)
4422 mAh. Up to 29 hours video playback
Water Resistance
IP68 (up to 6 m for 30 min)
IP68 (maximum depth of 6 meters up to 30 minutes)
Connectivity
5G (sub-6 GHz), Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, USB-C (charging + data up to USB 2.0)
5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC
Security
Face ID (TrueDepth camera)
Face ID
Chip
Apple A19 chip with 5-core GPU
A17 Pro chip with 6-core CPU and 6-core GPU
Data Network
5G, 4G, LTE, 3G
3G, 4G, 5G, LTE
Subscription Type
Unlocked
Unlocked
SIM Card Capability
Dual
Single
SIM card type 1
eSIM
-
SIM card type 2
eSIM (second active)
-
Operating-System
iOS 26 (latest)
iOS 17 (upgradable to iOS 18)
Cosmetic Condition
Refurbished-certified
Refurbished-certified
Release Year
2025
2023

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the display and screen size differences between iPhone 17 and iPhone 15 Pro Max?

iPhone 17 features a Super Retina XDR, 120 Hz ProMotion, Always-On, HDR, True Tone with a resolution of 2622 × 1206 pixels (~460 ppi), while iPhone 15 Pro Max offers a 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display with ProMotion with a resolution of 2796 x 1290 pixels at 460 ppi. These differences can affect sharpness, brightness, and overall viewing experience.

Which iPhone has the better camera - iPhone 17 or iPhone 15 Pro Max?

Cameras on iPhones are consistently high-quality across all models.

iPhone 17 features:

  • Rear camera: Dual 48 MP (main + ultra-wide) with PDAF & OIS
  • Front camera: 18 MP Center Stage with autofocus

iPhone 15 Pro Max features:

  • Rear camera: 48MP (Main, f/1.8), 12MP Ultra Wide (f/2.2), 12MP Telephoto (f/2.8, 5x periscope), LiDAR, 4K video.
  • Front camera: 12MP TrueDepth camera

Depending on your priorities - such as low-light performance, ultra-wide shots, or video quality - one model may offer features better suited to your needs.

Which iPhone has better battery life - iPhone 17 or iPhone 15 Pro Max?

The iPhone 17 has a 3692 mAh battery while the iPhone 15 Pro Max comes with a 4422 mAh battery. iPhones refurbished by Remobile have a battery capacity of at least 86% or above and function optimally.