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Motorola Edge 40 Pro vs Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max Comparison

A detailed, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right phone.
Motorola Edge 40 Pro
Motorola
Motorola Edge 40 Pro
8.3 / 10
Compass Score
From 13 critic reviews
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Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Apple
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
9.0 / 10
Compass Score
From 74 critic reviews
Full review →
Verdict

Pros & cons

Edge 40 Pro

iPhone 15 Pro Max

A feature-packed phone with a sleek design but still needs extra care due to its delicate exterior.

+
Good
+ Lighter titanium design
+ Advanced gaming performance
+ Impressive 5x optical zoom
+ Long battery life
+ Clear audio quality
−
Not
− Screen easily scratches
− Slow charging
− Action Button limitations
− Heats up during heavy use
− High price
Spec data

How they compare

Edge 40 Pro
iPhone 15 Pro Max
Price (MSRP)
—
Price (MSRP)
$1,199
OS
Android
OS
iOS
Processor
Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) Octa-core
Processor
Apple A17 Pro Hexa-core
Camera zoom
—
Camera zoom
—
Battery life
—
Battery life
12h 58m
GSMArena Active Use
Wired charging
125W
Wired charging
—
Wireless charging
15W
Wireless charging
15W
Display
Color
Display
Color, 120Hz
2000 nits peak
Software support
—
Software support
—
Repairability
—
Repairability
7/10
iFixit
Weight
199g (7 oz)
Weight
221g (7.8 oz)
Fingerprint
Yes
Fingerprint
No
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value where a clear winner exists.
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Third-party data

Testing & benchmarks

Edge 40 Pro
iPhone 15 Pro Max
DxOMark v5
130
photo 133 · video 135
DxOMark v5
154
photo 153 · video 158
AnTuTu v10
—
AnTuTu v10
1.42M
GSMArena endurance
—
GSMArena endurance
12h 58m
Active Use
iFixit repairability
—
iFixit repairability
7/10
Physical comparison

Size & weight

Footprint · to scale
Edge 40 Pro
6.3" × 2.9"
iPhone 15 Pro Max
6.3" × 3"
Thickness · to scale
Edge 40 Pro
0.3"
iPhone 15 Pro Max
0.3"
Height
6.3" (161.2 mm)
Height
6.3" (159.9 mm)
Width
2.9" (74 mm)
Width
3" (76.7 mm)
Depth
0.3" (8.6 mm)
Depth
0.3" (8.3 mm)
Weight
199g (7 oz)
Weight
221g (7.8 oz)
Screen
6.67"
Screen
6.7"

Dimensions shown in inches (mm). Silhouettes are proportionally scaled for visual comparison.

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Common questions

Edge 40 Pro vs iPhone 15 Pro Max: FAQ

Which is better, the Edge 40 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro Max?
Based on aggregated critic reviews, the iPhone 15 Pro Max earns a Compass Score of 9.0 compared to 8.3 for the Edge 40 Pro. That 0.7-point gap reflects stronger reviews across the board, though individual priorities like camera quality, battery life, or price could tip the scales the other way. Scores aggregate dozens of expert opinions, so they are a useful starting point, not the final word.
Which takes better photos, the Edge 40 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro Max?
DxOMark rates the iPhone 15 Pro Max at 153 and the Edge 40 Pro at 133 for still photography. A 20-point gap on DxOMark's scale typically translates to visible differences in dynamic range, noise control, or colour accuracy. Real-world results also depend on computational processing and your shooting habits, so consider browsing sample shots for scenes you care about most.

Specifications sourced from manufacturers and third-party databases. Last updated October 2026. Suggest a correction →