UAE Price
AED 2,999
India Price
₹79,900
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Smartphone · Apple · 2023
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max 256GB is Apple's 2023 smartphone featuring a 6.7 inches, 110.2 cm2 (~89.8% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Apple A17 Pro (3 nm) chipset. It comes with a 4441 mAh battery. At AED 2,999 in the UAE and ₹79,900 in India, it sits firmly in the mid-range tier.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max excels with its 4441 mAh battery delivering 16:01 hours of active use, a 12MP main sensor with PDAF and OIS delivering exceptional low-light detail, and 15W MagSafe/Qi2 wireless charging—unmatched in ecosystem integration. It’s built for professionals who rely on iOS 17’s advanced computational photography, 5G speeds, and seamless Apple ecosystem sync, especially those editing 4K ProRes video on the go. Its weakness? Thermals throttle sustained performance after 15 minutes of 4K60 recording, limiting long-form creators. In UAE at AED 2999, it’s competitive because no other flagship offers this blend of battery life, camera precision, and wireless charging consistency. In India at ₹79900, it’s overpriced—competitors like the Pixel 8 Pro offer similar camera quality and better thermals at ₹65000, while Samsung’s S23 Ultra delivers a 5000mAh battery and 45W wired charging for ₹75000. Pay the premium only if you’re locked into Apple’s ecosystem.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | Li-Ion 4441 mAh |
| Charging | Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min 15W wireless (MagSafe) 15W wireless (Qi2) - requires iOS 17.2 update 4.5W reverse wired |
| Battery Capacity | 4441 mAh |
| Triple | 48 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 12 MP, f/2.8, 120mm (periscope telephoto), 1/3.06", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF, 3D sensor‑shift OIS, 5x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF TOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth) |
| Features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) |
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), ProRes, 3D (spatial) video, stereo sound rec. |
| Single | 12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) |
| Features | HDR, Dolby Vision HDR |
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 53, 66 - A3106 |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A3106 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC |
| NFC | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort |
| Dimensions | 159.9 x 76.7 x 8.3 mm (6.30 x 3.02 x 0.33 in) |
| Weight | 221 g (7.80 oz) |
| Build | Glass front, glass back, titanium frame (grade 5) |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time; International)· eSIM + eSIM (8 or more, max 2 at a time; USA)· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM (China) |
| Type | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM) |
| Size | 6.7 inches, 110.2 cm2 (~89.8% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1290 x 2796 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density) |
| Protection | Ceramic Shield glass |
| Card slot | No |
| Internal | 256 |
| Sensors | Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Colors | Black Titanium, White Titanium, Blue Titanium, Natural Titanium |
| Models | A2849, A3105, A3106, A3108, iPhone16,2 |
| SAR | 1.07 W/kg (head) 1.11 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU | 0.98 W/kg (head) 0.98 W/kg (body) |
| Price | $ 541.95 / £ 540.00 / € 661.00 |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 1487203 (v10) GeekBench: 7237 (v6.0) |
| Display | 1787 nits max brightness (measured) |
| Camera | Photo / Video |
| Loudspeaker | -24.5 LUFS (Very good) |
| Battery | Active use score 16:01h |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 118h |
| Announced | 2023, September 12 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, September 22 |
| OS | iOS 17, upgradable to iOS 26.4 |
| Chipset | Apple A17 Pro (3 nm) |
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x3.78 GHz + 4x2.11 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (6-core graphics) |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the iPhone 15.
It remains a strong choice in 2026 for users seeking long-term software support and premium build quality, especially if bought at a discounted price. However, newer models may offer better value for those prioritizing the latest features.
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max 256GB is priced at AED 2999 in the UAE. It is widely available through authorized Apple retailers and major electronics stores across the country.
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max 256GB is priced at ₹79900 in India. It is available through Apple's official stores and authorized resellers nationwide.
The camera delivers exceptional detail and dynamic range in both daylight and low-light conditions, with advanced computational photography enhancing every shot. It supports 4K video recording at up to 60fps with cinematic mode for professional-grade results.
The battery lasts a full day with heavy use, including streaming, navigation, and photography. It supports all-day endurance even with intensive tasks and fast charging for quick top-ups.
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