Quick Verdict
- Choose Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Apple iPhone 8 if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Apple iPhone 8
Performance
89.1 ★
43.0
Camera
76.0 ★
40.0
Battery
66.0 ★
40.0
Gaming
88.2 ★
43.5
Overall
82.8 ★
43.7
Value for Money
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Best Value ★
Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
89.1/100
Camera Winner
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
76.0/100
Battery Winner
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
66.0/100
Gaming Winner
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
88.2/100
Overall Winner
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
82.8/100
Best Value
Apple iPhone 8
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
📷 Camera
🏆 Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
🔋 Battery
🏆 Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
💰 Value
🏆 Apple iPhone 8
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.70"
4.70"
Display Type
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM)
Retina IPS LCD, 625 nits (typ)
Resolution
1290x2796
750x1334
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
60 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A17 Pro (3 nm)
Apple A11 Bionic (10 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (6-core graphics)
Apple GPU (three-core graphics)
RAM
8 GB
2 GB
Storage
256 GB
64 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
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)
12 MP, f/1.8, 28mm (wide), PDAF, OIS
Selfie Camera
12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
7 MP, f/2.2
Video Recording
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps)
4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
4441 mAh
1821 mAh
Charging
Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min 15W wireless (MagSafe) 15W wireless (Qi2) - requires iOS 17.2 update 4.5W reverse wired
15W wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min Wireless (Qi)
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✗ No
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE
5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort
Lightning, USB 2.0
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Nano-SIM
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
159.9 x 76.7 x 8.3 mm (6.30 x 3.02 x 0.33 in)
138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm (5.45 x 2.65 x 0.29 in)
Weight
221g
148g
Build Material
Glass front, glass back, titanium frame
Glass front (Corning-made glass), glass back (Corning-made glass), aluminum frame
Colors
Black Titanium, White Titanium, Blue Titanium, Natural Titanium
Silver, Space Gray, Gold, Red
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 17, upgradable to iOS 26.5
iOS 11, up to iOS 16.7.12
Our Verdict
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 82.8/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Battery, Gaming. Apple iPhone 8 puts up a strong fight with a score of 43.7/100. However, Apple iPhone 8 offers better value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Pros
- Strong performance
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Average camera
- Below-average battery
- Slow 15W charging
Apple iPhone 8
Pros
- NFC payments
Cons
- Basic processor
- Average camera
- Below-average battery
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 8?
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is the overall winner with a score of 82.8/100, winning in 4 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 8?
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max wins in camera with 76.0/100 vs 40.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has better battery with a score of 66.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is better for gaming with a score of 88.2/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Apple iPhone 8 offers better value at PKR 99,999 with a value score of 1.9.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 8?
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max costs PKR 474,999 while Apple iPhone 8 costs PKR 99,999. The price difference is PKR 375,000.
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