iPhone 15 Pro Max vs Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026): Which One Should You Buy?
Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 82.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
iPhone 15 Pro Max
Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026)
Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) wins overall; iPhone 15 Pro Max takes 2 of 5 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsiPhone 15 Pro Max8851
- Camerafrom specsiPhone 15 Pro Max9132
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie6060
- Batteryfrom specsMotorola Moto G Play 5G (2026)4773
- Displayfrom specsTie8888
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) has the bigger battery5,200 mAh vs 4,422 mAh
- Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) has a sharper main camera50 MP vs 48 MP
- Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) has a sharper selfie camera16 MP vs 12 MP
- iPhone 15 Pro Max has more RAM8 GB vs 4 GB
- iPhone 15 Pro Max has the faster chipApple A17 Pro vs Dimensity 6300
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) wins — BeastScore 82.0/100
The Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,200 mAh vs 4,422 mAh) and sharper main camera (50 MP vs 48 MP). The iPhone 15 Pro Max is worth a look if you prefer its more RAM (8 GB vs 4 GB).
Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens) · More RAM: 8 GB vs 4 GB
Larger battery: 5,200 mAh vs 4,422 mAh
Common questions
Which is better: iPhone 15 Pro Max or Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026)?
The Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,200 mAh vs 4,422 mAh) and sharper main camera (50 MP vs 48 MP). The iPhone 15 Pro Max is worth a look if you prefer its more RAM (8 GB vs 4 GB). BeastScore: iPhone 15 Pro Max 78.3/100, Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) 82.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 15 Pro Max and Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026)?
iPhone 15 Pro Max has a 6.7-inch display and 4422 mAh battery. Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) has a 6.7-inch display and 5200 mAh battery.
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