iPhone 14 Pro Max vs iPhone 15 Pro Max: which should you buy used?
The real differences between the 14 Pro Max and the 15 Pro Max, what each costs QDN Certified today, and a short answer on which one to pick.
The short answer
The 15 Pro Max is the better phone: it adds a newer chip, Apple Intelligence and the longer zoom. The 14 Pro Max is the value pick if those features are not something you would use.
iPhone 14 Pro Max
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Launched at $1,099
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from $698$1,199
6 in stock · launched at $1,199
Shop used 15 Pro MaxWhat actually differs
Only the rows where the two phones are not identical. A tick marks the side that wins the row.
The 15 Pro Max runs the A17 Pro, a generation ahead of the A16 Bionic. Day to day both feel quick; the gap shows in games, video export and how many years of iOS updates lie ahead.
15 Pro Max wins
Only the 15 Pro Max supports Apple Intelligence (writing tools, notification summaries, the smarter Siri). If that matters to you, it settles the choice.
15 Pro Max wins
The 15 Pro Max zooms to 5× optically; the 14 Pro Max stops at 3×. For concerts, sport and kids on a stage, the longer lens is the one you will use.
15 Pro Max wins
The 15 Pro Max charges over USB-C, the same cable as a MacBook or iPad; the 14 Pro Max still uses Lightning.
15 Pro Max wins
The 15 Pro Max has the customisable Action button in place of the mute switch.
15 Pro Max wins
The 14 Pro Max has a stainless steel frame; the 15 Pro Max is titanium.
Preference
The 15 Pro Max is lighter: 221 g against 240 g.
15 Pro Max wins
iPhone 14 Pro Max vs iPhone 15 Pro Max: full spec sheet
Apple’s published specifications. Highlighted rows differ.
- Released
- 20222023
- Display
- 6.7″, 120 Hz ProMotion, Dynamic Island6.7″, 120 Hz ProMotion, Dynamic Island
- Chip
- A16 BionicA17 Pro
- RAM
- 6 GB (reported; Apple does not publish it)8 GB (reported; Apple does not publish it)
- Rear cameras
- 3: 48 MP main · 12 MP ultra wide · 12 MP telephoto3: 48 MP main · 12 MP ultra wide · 12 MP telephoto
- Optical zoom
- 3× telephoto5× telephoto
- Battery
- Up to 29 h video playback (Apple's figure, new battery)Up to 29 h video playback (Apple's figure, new battery)
- Charging port
- LightningUSB-C (USB 3)
- Frame
- Stainless steelTitanium
- Weight
- 240 g221 g
- 5G
- YesYes
- Satellite SOS
- YesYes
- Apple Intelligence
- NoYes
- Action button
- No (ring/silent switch)Yes
- Camera Control
- NoNo
- Apple launch price
- $1,099$1,199
| Spec | iPhone 14 Pro Max | iPhone 15 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Released | 2022 | 2023 |
| Display | 6.7″, 120 Hz ProMotion, Dynamic Island | 6.7″, 120 Hz ProMotion, Dynamic Island |
| Chip | A16 Bionic | A17 Pro |
| RAM | 6 GB (reported; Apple does not publish it) | 8 GB (reported; Apple does not publish it) |
| Rear cameras | 3: 48 MP main · 12 MP ultra wide · 12 MP telephoto | 3: 48 MP main · 12 MP ultra wide · 12 MP telephoto |
| Optical zoom | 3× telephoto | 5× telephoto |
| Battery | Up to 29 h video playback (Apple's figure, new battery) | Up to 29 h video playback (Apple's figure, new battery) |
| Charging port | Lightning | USB-C (USB 3) |
| Frame | Stainless steel | Titanium |
| Weight | 240 g | 221 g |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Satellite SOS | Yes | Yes |
| Apple Intelligence | No | Yes |
| Action button | No (ring/silent switch) | Yes |
| Camera Control | No | No |
| Apple launch price | $1,099 | $1,199 |
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iPhone 14 Pro Max vs iPhone 15 Pro Max: common questions
What is the biggest difference between the iPhone 14 Pro Max and the iPhone 15 Pro Max?
The 15 Pro Max runs the A17 Pro, a generation ahead of the A16 Bionic. Day to day both feel quick; the gap shows in games, video export and how many years of iOS updates lie ahead.
Is the iPhone 15 Pro Max worth the extra over the iPhone 14 Pro Max?
The 15 Pro Max is the better phone: it adds a newer chip, Apple Intelligence and the longer zoom. The 14 Pro Max is the value pick if those features are not something you would use.
Which has the better camera, the iPhone 14 Pro Max or the iPhone 15 Pro Max?
The 15 Pro Max zooms to 5× optically; the 14 Pro Max stops at 3×. For concerts, sport and kids on a stage, the longer lens is the one you will use.
Which has the better battery?
Apple rates both at up to 29 hours of video playback. On a used phone, the battery health shown on the listing is the number to compare.
Do both support Apple Intelligence?
Only the iPhone 15 Pro Max does. Apple Intelligence needs an iPhone 15 Pro or an iPhone 16 or later.
How much do the iPhone 14 Pro Max and iPhone 15 Pro Max cost used?
Right now: iPhone 14 Pro Max out of stock; iPhone 15 Pro Max from $698. Each QDN listing is one specific phone with its storage, colour and battery health shown.
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