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Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs Razer Phone 2 Comparison

A detailed, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right phone.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Apple
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
9.0 / 10
Compass Score
From 74 critic reviews
Full review →
Razer Phone 2
Razer
Razer Phone 2
7.6 / 10
Compass Score
From 35 critic reviews
Full review →
Verdict

Pros & cons

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

Phone 2

If the allure of a high refresh rate display and playing the latest games at full quality appeals to you, the Razer Phone 2 excels. However, if you’re looking for a powerful, all-around phone, there are better values available.

+
Good
+ Bright, colorful screen
+ 120hz refresh rate
+ Fast charging and wireless charging
+ IP67 rating
+ Snappy performance
+ MicroSD support
+ IP67 rating
+ Front-facing stereo speakers
−
Not
− Chunky design
− Weak camera
− So-so battery life
− Phone gets warm during gaming
− No 3.5mm headphone jack
Spec data

How they compare

iPhone 15 Pro Max
Phone 2
Price (MSRP)
$1,199
Price (MSRP)
β€”
OS
iOS
OS
Android
Processor
Apple A17 Pro Hexa-core
Processor
Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 Octa core
Camera zoom
β€”
Camera zoom
2Γ—
Battery life
12h 58m
GSMArena Active Use
Battery life
β€”
Wired charging
β€”
Wired charging
β€”
Wireless charging
15W
Wireless charging
β€”
Display
Color, 120Hz
2000 nits peak
Display
Color
Software support
β€”
Software support
β€”
Repairability
7/10
iFixit
Repairability
β€”
Weight
221g (7.8 oz)
Weight
220g (7.8 oz)
Fingerprint
No
Fingerprint
Yes
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value where a clear winner exists.
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Third-party data

Testing & benchmarks

iPhone 15 Pro Max
Phone 2
DxOMark v5
154
photo 153 Β· video 158
DxOMark v5
β€”
AnTuTu v10
1.42M
AnTuTu v10
β€”
GSMArena endurance
12h 58m
Active Use
GSMArena endurance
β€”
iFixit repairability
7/10
iFixit repairability
β€”
Physical comparison

Size & weight

Footprint · to scale
iPhone 15 Pro Max
6.3" × 3"
Phone 2
6.2" × 3.1"
Thickness · to scale
iPhone 15 Pro Max
0.3"
Phone 2
0.3"
Height
6.3" (159.9 mm)
Height
6.2" (158.5 mm)
Width
3" (76.7 mm)
Width
3.1" (79 mm)
Depth
0.3" (8.3 mm)
Depth
0.3" (8.5 mm)
Weight
221g (7.8 oz)
Weight
220g (7.8 oz)
Screen
6.7"
Screen
5.7"

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

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Common questions

iPhone 15 Pro Max vs Phone 2: FAQ

Which is better, the iPhone 15 Pro Max or Phone 2?
Based on aggregated critic reviews, the iPhone 15 Pro Max earns a Compass Score of 9.0 compared to 7.6 for the Phone 2. That 1.4-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.
Should I buy the iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Phone 2?
Our critics' take on the iPhone 15 Pro Max: "A feature-packed phone with a sleek design but still needs extra care due to its delicate exterior." On the Phone 2: "If the allure of a high refresh rate display and playing the latest games at full quality appeals to you, the Razer Phone 2 excels." Both phones have clear strengths in different areas; scroll through the comparison above to see which trade-offs align with your priorities.

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