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Sony Xperia Z1 Compact vs Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max Comparison

A detailed, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right phone.
Sony Xperia Z1 Compact
Sony
Sony Xperia Z1 Compact
8.8 / 10
Compass Score
From 32 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
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Verdict

Pros & cons

Xperia Z1 Compact

+
Good
+ Excellent processing speed and power
+ Accurate and deep colors
+ Long battery life
+ Easy to use one-handed
−
Not
− Thicker and heavier than larger smartphones
− White balance is a little off
− Back cover scratches easily

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

Xperia Z1 Compact
iPhone 15 Pro Max
Price (MSRP)
$530
Price (MSRP)
$1,199
OS
Android
OS
iOS
Processor
Qualcomm MSM8974 Quad core
Processor
Apple A17 Pro Hexa-core
Camera zoom
—
Camera zoom
—
Battery life
—
Battery life
12h 58m
GSMArena Active Use
Wired charging
—
Wired charging
—
Wireless charging
—
Wireless charging
15W
Display
Color
Display
Color, 120Hz
2000 nits peak
Software support
—
Software support
—
Repairability
—
Repairability
7/10
iFixit
Weight
137g (4.8 oz)
Weight
221g (7.8 oz)
Fingerprint
No
Fingerprint
No
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value where a clear winner exists.
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Third-party data

Testing & benchmarks

Xperia Z1 Compact
iPhone 15 Pro Max
DxOMark v5
—
DxOMark v5
154
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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
Xperia Z1 Compact
5" × 2.6"
iPhone 15 Pro Max
6.3" × 3"
Thickness · to scale
Xperia Z1 Compact
0.4"
iPhone 15 Pro Max
0.3"
Height
5" (127 mm)
Height
6.3" (159.9 mm)
Width
2.6" (65 mm)
Width
3" (76.7 mm)
Depth
0.4" (9 mm)
Depth
0.3" (8.3 mm)
Weight
137g (4.8 oz)
Weight
221g (7.8 oz)
Screen
4.3"
Screen
6.7"

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

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Common questions

Xperia Z1 Compact vs iPhone 15 Pro Max: FAQ

Which is better, the Xperia Z1 Compact or iPhone 15 Pro Max?
Based on aggregated critic reviews, the iPhone 15 Pro Max earns a Compass Score of 9.0 compared to 8.8 for the Xperia Z1 Compact. That 0.2-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 phone is more affordable, the Xperia Z1 Compact or iPhone 15 Pro Max?
The Xperia Z1 Compact launches at $530, which is $669 less than the iPhone 15 Pro Max at $1,199. Street prices shift after launch, so check current deals for both phones before deciding.

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