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Pixel 10 Pro XL 1TB (Obsidian) — Tensor G5 · 1TB · Obsidian
Google

Pixel 10 Pro XL 1TB (Obsidian)

Tensor G5 · 1TB · Obsidian

92
/ 100
From $1,559
VS
iPhone 15 Pro Max 128GB — A17 Pro · iOS · 128GB
Apple

iPhone 15 Pro Max 128GB

A17 Pro · iOS · 128GB

92
/ 100
From $1,199
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Pixel 10 Pro XL 1TB (Obsidian) lands at 92 and iPhone 15 Pro Max 128GB at 92. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Pixel 10 Pro XL 1TB (Obsidian) if…

  • ✓Tensor G5 (first TSMC-fabricated Tensor)
  • ✓7-year updates
  • ✓Gemini Nano 2 on-device

Pick iPhone 15 Pro Max 128GB if…

  • ✓iOS ecosystem
  • ✓Long update support
  • ✓Polished hardware
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Photography

Pixel 10 Pro XL 1TB (Obsidian)

Stills and video quality across lenses

Pixel 10 Pro XL 1TB (Obsidian) leads on camera (95 vs 91).

Battery life

Pixel 10 Pro XL 1TB (Obsidian)

Screen-on time and charging

Pixel 10 Pro XL 1TB (Obsidian) leads on battery (89 vs 86).

Performance

iPhone 15 Pro Max 128GB

Chipset speed for gaming and heavy apps

iPhone 15 Pro Max 128GB leads on cpu (92 vs 90).

Display

Pixel 10 Pro XL 1TB (Obsidian)

Panel quality, brightness, refresh rate

Pixel 10 Pro XL 1TB (Obsidian) leads on display (92 vs 89).

Value for money

iPhone 15 Pro Max 128GB

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

iPhone 15 Pro Max 128GB more score per dollar ($1,199 vs $1,559).

Pixel 10 Pro XL 1TB (Obsidian) 92
vs
92 iPhone 15 Pro Max 128GB

Score breakdown

Pixel 10 Pro XL 1TB (Obsidian)
92
cpu 90
gpu 88
camera 95
battery 89
display 92
design 92
iPhone 15 Pro Max 128GB
92
cpu 92
gpu 90
camera 91
battery 86
display 89
design 92

Specs side-by-side

Pixel 10 Pro XL 1TB (Obsidian) versus iPhone 15 Pro Max 128GB — full spec comparison
Spec Pixel 10 Pro XL 1TB (Obsidian) iPhone 15 Pro Max 128GB
Chipset
Tensor G5
A17 Pro
Storage
1TB
▲ 128GB
Color
Obsidian
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Release year
2025
2023
OS
Android 16
iOS 17

Pixel 10 Pro XL 1TB (Obsidian)

Pros
  • +Tensor G5 (first TSMC-fabricated Tensor)
  • +7-year updates
  • +Gemini Nano 2 on-device
Cons
  • −Tensor still trails Qualcomm in benchmarks
  • −Charging modest
  • −Pixel Fold pricey

iPhone 15 Pro Max 128GB

Pros
  • +iOS ecosystem
  • +Long update support
  • +Polished hardware
Cons
  • −Premium pricing
  • −Limited customization
  • −Lightning/USB-C split across generations

FAQ: Pixel 10 Pro XL 1TB (Obsidian) vs iPhone 15 Pro Max 128GB

Which is better, Pixel 10 Pro XL 1TB (Obsidian) or iPhone 15 Pro Max 128GB? +

Both score 92 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Pixel 10 Pro XL 1TB (Obsidian) worth the price? +

At $1,559, Pixel 10 Pro XL 1TB (Obsidian) delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in camera.

Is iPhone 15 Pro Max 128GB worth the price? +

At $1,199, iPhone 15 Pro Max 128GB delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in cpu.

Does Pixel 10 Pro XL 1TB (Obsidian) or iPhone 15 Pro Max 128GB last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for photography, Pixel 10 Pro XL 1TB (Obsidian) or iPhone 15 Pro Max 128GB? +

Pixel 10 Pro XL 1TB (Obsidian) — leads on camera (95 vs 91). Stills and video quality across lenses.

Which is better for battery life, Pixel 10 Pro XL 1TB (Obsidian) or iPhone 15 Pro Max 128GB? +

Pixel 10 Pro XL 1TB (Obsidian) — leads on battery (89 vs 86). Screen-on time and charging.