iPhone 15 Pro Max VS Pixel 10 Pro XL

85

iPhone 15 Pro Max

6.7-inch LTPO OLED 120Hz · A17 Pro · 4441mAh · 48MP · IP68

$1199

MSRP

90

Pixel 10 Pro XL

6.8-inch LTPO OLED 120Hz · Tensor G5 · 5200mAh · 50MP · IP68

$1199

MSRP

$1199

MSRP

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$949.00

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Our verdict

The Pixel 10 Pro XL takes the performance lead, 6% ahead overall, driven by its Tensor G5 and an AnTuTu score of 1,617,706.

On value the Pixel 10 Pro XL stands out at $1199, pairing a 50MP main camera with a 5200mAh battery.

For most buyers the Pixel 10 Pro XL is the smarter choice. One runs iOS and the other Android, so your existing apps, watch and ecosystem may matter more than the spec differences.

Performance winner

Pixel 10 Pro XL

6% faster overall

Best value for money

Pixel 10 Pro XL

12% better value per dollar

iPhone 15 Pro Max best for

Value for money

12% better value per dollar

Overview

The Pixel 10 Pro XL comes out ahead overall, scoring 90 to the iPhone 15 Pro Max's 85. Priced at $1199 against $1199, the choice between them is as much about budget as specs, and each phone leans toward a slightly different buyer.

Performance

For raw speed the Pixel 10 Pro XL takes the lead, with an AnTuTu score of 1,617,706 against 1,500,000, driven by its Tensor G5. Both feel quick in everyday use, but the gap shows up in demanding games and heavy multitasking where the faster chip pulls ahead.

Cameras

The iPhone 15 Pro Max pairs a 48MP main camera with 5x optical zoom and a 12MP front sensor. The Pixel 10 Pro XL answers with 50MP, 5x zoom and a 42MP selfie camera.

Battery and charging

Battery favours the Pixel 10 Pro XL, with a 5200mAh cell against 4441mAh. For refills the iPhone 15 Pro Max is quickest at , spending less time tied to a charger.

Display

Both use high refresh rate OLED screens. The iPhone 15 Pro Max measures 6.7" and peaks at 2000 nits, while the Pixel 10 Pro XL is 6.8" and reaches 3300 nits. Screen size and outright brightness are where they separate most.

Which should you buy

Overall the Pixel 10 Pro XL is the one we would steer most buyers toward. One runs iOS and the other Android, so your existing apps, watch and ecosystem may matter more than the spec differences. Consider the iPhone 15 Pro Max instead if a lower price matters more to you.

battery

Battery
4441mAh
5200mAh
Wireless charging
25W
25W

camera

Main camera
48MP
50MP
Optical zoom
5x
5x
Ultrawide
12MP
48MP
Front camera
12MP
42MP
Max video
4K60
8K30

display

Display size
6.7"
6.8"
Display type
LTPO OLED
LTPO OLED
Refresh rate
120Hz
120Hz
Peak brightness
2000 nits
3300 nits
Resolution
2796x1290
2992x1344

Performance

Chipset
A17 Pro
Tensor G5
RAM
8GB
16GB
Storage
256GB
256GB

Physical

Weight
221g
232g
Thickness
8.25mm
8.5mm
Water resistance
IP68
IP68

Synthetic & compute benchmarks

Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)
7,200 pts
6,203 pts
Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)
2,900 pts
2,296 pts
AnTuTu v11
1,500,000 pts
1,617,706 pts

Frequently asked questions

Is the iPhone 15 Pro Max better than the Pixel 10 Pro XL?

Overall the Pixel 10 Pro XL scores 90 out of 100 against the iPhone 15 Pro Max's 85, so it edges ahead on our combined rating. Even so, the two are close enough that price, size and your preferred ecosystem should also guide the decision.

Which has the better camera, the iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Pixel 10 Pro XL?

The Pixel 10 Pro XL has the stronger camera on paper, leading with a 50MP main sensor and 5x optical zoom. Both take excellent photos, but the Pixel 10 Pro XL offers more reach and flexibility.

Which has better battery life, the iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Pixel 10 Pro XL?

The Pixel 10 Pro XL carries the larger 5200mAh battery against 4441mAh, and the iPhone 15 Pro Max charges fastest at . For heavy all-day use the Pixel 10 Pro XL is the safer bet.

Which is faster, the iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Pixel 10 Pro XL?

In benchmarks the Pixel 10 Pro XL is quicker, posting an AnTuTu score of 1,617,706 against 1,500,000 thanks to its Tensor G5. Both handle everyday tasks smoothly, but the Pixel 10 Pro XL pulls ahead in demanding games.

Should I buy the iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Pixel 10 Pro XL?

For most buyers the Pixel 10 Pro XL is the smarter pick, balancing performance, features and price. One runs iOS and the other Android, so your existing apps, watch and ecosystem may matter more than the spec differences. Choose the iPhone 15 Pro Max if a lower price is your priority.

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