Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (China/A3108) Specs

About this iPhone

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max, designated for the Chinese market with the model number A3108, was announced on September 12, 2023. Pre-orders for the device began on September 15, 2023, and it became available for purchase and started arriving to customers on September 22, 2023.          

The iPhone 15 Pro Max is a significant upgrade from its predecessors, featuring a haptic-touch capable 6.7″ “Super Retina XDR display” with ProMotion technology, offering a resolution of 2796×1290 at 460 ppi and refresh rates up to 120Hz. This display nearly covers the entire front of the device, providing an immersive viewing experience.         

The device boasts a sophisticated camera system, including a “Dynamic Island” front “TrueDepth” camera that supports Face ID, takes 12-megapixel photos, and shoots 4K video. The rear camera setup includes a “Pro camera system” with a 48-megapixel “Main” camera, a 12-megapixel “Ultra Wide” camera, and a 12-megapixel “5X Telephoto” camera with a tetraprism at 120 mm. This system introduces a 24-megapixel “super-high-resolution” default setting and allows users to switch between popular focal lengths of 24 mm, 28 mm, and 35 mm. It also supports 48-megapixel HEIF images, offering four times more resolution than previous models.     

The iPhone 15 Pro Max’s build quality is premium, with an “aerospace-grade” Titanium frame and contoured edges over an aluminum substructure. The front is protected by a “Ceramic Shield” for increased durability, and the back features an integrated “MagSafe” magnetic charging connection. It is rated IP68 for splash, water, and dust resistance, capable of withstanding a maximum depth of 6 meters for up to 30 minutes. The device is available in four “Titanium” color options: Natural, Blue, White, and Black.   

Internally, the iPhone 15 Pro Max is powered by a 3.78 GHz “Apple A17 Pro” processor with a mix of performance and efficiency cores, complemented by a 6-core GPU and a 16-core Neural Engine. It includes “hardware-accelerated ray tracing” and a “dedicated AV1 decoder” for efficient video streaming. The device comes with 8 GB of RAM and offers storage options of 256 GB, 512 GB, or 1 TB.       

Connectivity features are comprehensive, with support for 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E, 5G wireless, Bluetooth 5.3, Thread networking, and second-generation Ultra Wideband. It also includes NFC for Apple Pay, “Express Cards with power reserve” for transit systems, and a USB-C port. Notably, the China model lacks eSIM capability and instead supports dual hardware nano-SIMs. 

Apple’s battery life estimates for the iPhone 15 Pro Max suggest up to 95 hours of audio playback, 29 hours of video playback, and 25 hours of streamed video playback, indicating significant endurance for media consumption and general use. 

 Inclusive Features

• Super Retina XDR display with ProMotion technology, haptic touch, and nearly full-screen design  
• Display resolution of 2796×1290 pixels, 460 ppi, and a 6.7″ diagonal size 
• Dynamic Island houses a 12 MP TrueDepth front camera supporting Face ID, 12 MP photos, and 4K video recording  
• Rear Pro camera system with a 48 MP Main camera, 12 MP Ultra Wide camera, and 12 MP 5X Telephoto camera 
• Camera system offers a new 24 MP super-high-resolution default and supports 48 MP HEIF images   
• Switchable focal lengths at 24 mm, 28 mm, and 35 mm for versatile photography   
• Aerospace-grade Titanium frame with contoured edges and an aluminum substructure   
• Ceramic Shield front cover and MagSafe magnetic charging on the back   
• IP68 water and dust resistance (up to 6 meters for 30 minutes)  
• Four color options in Titanium: Natural, Blue, White, and Black   
• Powered by a 3.78 GHz Apple A17 Pro processor with six cores, 6-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine   
• Features hardware-accelerated ray tracing and a dedicated AV1 decoder  
• 8 GB of RAM with storage options of 256 GB, 512 GB, or 1 TB  
• Supports 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E, 5G wireless, Bluetooth 5.3, and Thread networking   
• Includes second generation Ultra Wideband, NFC for Apple Pay, and Express Cards with power reserve  
• Equipped with Crash Detection, Emergency SOS, and Roadside Assistance via satellite
• USB-C port for charging and data transfer, and dual eSIM support (no hardware SIM cards)
• Up to 95 hours of audio playback, 29 hours of video playback, and 25 hours of streamed video playback
• Fast-charge capable and supports Qi2 wireless charging up to 7.5W and MagSafe charging up to 15W 
• Available in the US starting at US$1199 for 256 GB, with higher-priced options for increased storage
• Dimensions of 6.29 x 3.02 x 0.32 inches and an average weight of 7.81 ounces (221 grams)
• Supports audio formats like AAC, MP3, Apple Lossless, FLAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, and Dolby Atmos
• Compatible with photo formats including JPEG, BMP, GIF, TIFF, PSD, and PNG
• Video support includes HEVC, H.264, and ProRes, with HDR capabilities and 4K HDR AirPlay output
• Comes with a USB-C charge cable, with additional accessories available separately