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Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 7

Apple's iPhone 15 Pro Max commands a premium at $1199 with superior display technology—its 120Hz Super Retina XDR OLED with 2000 nits brightness outshines Pixel 7's 90Hz panel significantly. Performance-wise, the A17 Pro crushes Google's Tensor G2, delivering faster app launches and gaming. Camera systems differ in approach: iPhone excels with its 5x telephoto and Dolby Vision video, while Pixel 7 compensates with exceptional computational photography and the Tensor chip's AI prowess. Battery capacity is nearly identical, though iPhone's 27W charging edges ahead. At $599, Pixel 7 delivers remarkable value with stellar software integration, pure Android, and capable processing for daily tasks. However, the 200-dollar gap reflects genuine hardware advantages in the Pro Max's display, processing power, and camera versatility. For demanding users prioritizing performance and premium features, iPhone 15 Pro Max justifies its cost. Budget-conscious buyers comfortable with 90Hz refresh rates and older processor architecture should choose Pixel 7.

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Apple
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
$1,199
8.8/10
Winner
VS
Google Pixel 7
Google
Google Pixel 7
$599
7.6/10

Full Specifications

SpecApple iPhone 15 Pro MaxGoogle Pixel 7
SoftwareiOS 17Android 13
Body
Weight221 g197 g
MaterialTitanium frameAluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus
IP ratingIP68IP68
Dimensions159.9 x 76.7 x 8.25 mm155.6 x 73.2 x 8.7 mm
Camera
Main camera48 MP50 MP, f/1.85, OIS
Front camera12 MP10.8 MP, f/2.2
Video4K@60fps Dolby Vision4K@60fps
Telephoto12 MP 5x
Ultrawide12 MP12 MP, f/2.2, 114-degree
Memory
RAM8 GB8 GB
Storage options256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB128 GB, 256 GB
Battery
Capacity4422 mAh4355 mAh
Charging27W wired20W wired
Wireless charging15W MagSafe20W (Pixel Stand 2nd gen)
Display
Size6.7 inches6.3 inches
TypeSuper Retina XDR OLED, LTPOOLED
Resolution2796 x 12902400 x 1080
Refresh rate120Hz90Hz
Brightness (nits)20001400
Processor
CPUHexa-coreOcta-core (2x2.85 GHz Cortex-X1 & 2x2.35 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUApple GPU (6-core)Mali-G710 MP7
ChipsetApple A17 ProGoogle Tensor G2
Connectivity
5G
NFC
USBUSB-C 3.2 Gen 2USB-C 3.2
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth5.35.3

Category Scores

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Google Pixel 7
Value
7.2
8.8
Camera
8.9
8.5
Battery
8.1
7.9
Display
9.4
8.0
Performance
9.2
7.8

Pros & Cons

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max

Pros

  • First Apple titanium frame, lighter than predecessor
  • Powerful A17 Pro chip with hardware ray tracing
  • New 5x tetraprism telephoto camera
  • USB-C with USB 3 transfer speeds
  • Excellent ProMotion 120Hz display

Cons

  • Premium pricing
  • Heavy device despite titanium
  • No charging speed improvements
  • Initial overheating reports at launch

Google Pixel 7

Pros

  • Clean Android experience with guaranteed updates
  • Excellent main camera with Tensor G2 processing
  • Compact flagship form factor
  • IP68 water resistance
  • Competitively priced for a flagship

Cons

  • No telephoto lens
  • 90Hz is not adaptive (always-on)
  • Only 8 GB RAM
  • Slow 20W wired charging

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