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Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max

A2849

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The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max, model A2849, launched in 2023 as Apple's largest and most capable phone of that year, aimed at anyone who wanted the longest battery life, the best camera system, and a titanium frame instead of stainless steel. It introduced the Action Button and a 5x tetraprism telephoto lens exclusive to the Max size, features that still matter to buyers shopping the used market today. Because Apple supports this generation with several more years of iOS updates, and because the hardware still holds up against newer releases, resale demand for a clean A2849 stays strong. Pick your storage tier, carrier, and condition in the picker above for an instant cash offer, or see how the process works before you commit. Ready to move forward? You can sell your iPhone in a few minutes.

Confirm you have the iPhone 15 Pro Max

The fastest way to confirm your exact device is on the phone itself. Go to Settings → General → About and check the Model Name and Model Number fields. The identifier A2849 covers US retail units of the iPhone 15 Pro Max, whether sold unlocked or locked to AT&T, T-Mobile, or Verizon. The internal identifier iPhone16,2 will also appear if you tap the Model Number field to reveal the full part number.

A2849 — US unlocked

  • Sold factory-unlocked through Apple directly
  • No carrier lock, works on any US network with an eSIM or physical SIM depending on carrier
  • Part numbers vary by storage and color, for example MU683LL/A or MU6A3LL/A

A2849 — carrier variants

  • Same hardware and model number as unlocked units
  • Sold and activated through AT&T, T-Mobile, or Verizon
  • May ship with a carrier lock that must be cleared with the original carrier before resale

Prefer a visual check? The 15 Pro Max has a titanium frame with a matte, slightly grainy finish, not the polished stainless steel of the 14 Pro Max. It has a USB-C port on the bottom edge instead of Lightning, and a physical Action Button on the left side where older iPhones have a mute switch.

Core hardware configurations

Processor

  • Apple A17 Pro chip
  • 6-core CPU, 6-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine
  • Same chip across every storage tier

Memory

  • 8GB RAM, soldered and fixed at manufacture
  • Not user-upgradable
  • Same on all configurations sold on this page

Storage

  • 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB, soldered NVMe flash
  • No card slot or expansion
  • Storage tier is the single biggest driver of resale value on this model

Cameras

  • 48MP main with quad-pixel sensor
  • 12MP ultra-wide, 12MP 5x tetraprism telephoto
  • 12MP TrueDepth front camera
  • 4K Dolby Vision video up to 60fps, ProRes and Log recording

Display & audio

Display

6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED with ProMotion up to 120Hz, an Always-On display, and the Dynamic Island cutout. Outdoor peak brightness reaches 2000 nits.

Audio

Stereo speakers with spatial audio support for compatible video and music. No headphone jack; audio out is USB-C or wireless only.

Security

Face ID handles unlocking, payments, and app authentication. There is no fingerprint sensor on this model.

Ports & connectivity

This was the first iPhone Pro Max to move off Lightning, which changes what cables a buyer needs on hand.

Wired
  • USB-C, USB 3 transfer speeds
  • SIM tray on US models varies by carrier; some units are eSIM-only
Wireless
  • 5G and Wi-Fi 6E
  • Bluetooth 5.3
  • Second-generation Ultra Wideband chip
  • MagSafe and Qi2 wireless charging
  • Satellite connectivity for Emergency SOS and Roadside Assistance

A17 Pro Titanium frame Action Button USB-C 5x Telephoto ProMotion 120Hz MagSafe Face ID

Battery, build & more

Battery

Apple rates the 15 Pro Max for up to 29 hours of video playback. Battery health matters for resale; a healthy, unreplaced original battery will grade higher than one that has been swapped or shows significant wear.

Dimensions & weight

159.9 x 76.7 x 8.25 mm and about 221 grams. The titanium frame makes this model noticeably lighter than the stainless steel 14 Pro Max at the same screen size.

Finishes

Black Titanium, White Titanium, Blue Titanium, and Natural Titanium. Finish does not move value much, but visible scratching on the frame does.

Known issues

Some launch units ran hot under sustained load; Apple addressed this with an iOS software update shortly after release. Devices still running very old iOS versions may show this more than fully updated ones.

Frequently asked questions

01 How do I find the model number and exact configuration?
Go to Settings → General → About on the phone itself. The Model Name field shows "iPhone 15 Pro Max" and the Model Number field shows A2849 for all US units, whether unlocked or carrier-locked. Tapping the Model Number field once reveals the full regulatory part number, which also indicates storage capacity and color. Storage capacity is listed on the same About screen. If you cannot power the phone on, check the original packaging or the SIM tray, which sometimes carries an engraved code, though the About screen is the most reliable source. You can also use the device model finder if you are unsure which listing matches your unit.
02 How do I tell it apart from the iPhone 14 Pro Max?
Check the frame finish and the charging port first. The 15 Pro Max has a matte titanium frame, while the 14 Pro Max has polished stainless steel. The 15 Pro Max charges and transfers data over USB-C; the 14 Pro Max uses Lightning. The 15 Pro Max also has a physical Action Button on the upper left edge in place of the mute switch found on every earlier Pro Max. Weight is another tell: the titanium 15 Pro Max is noticeably lighter in hand than the steel 14 Pro Max, despite having the same screen size and similar camera layout on the back.
03 Can I sell it with damage, a weak battery, or if it won't turn on?
Yes, damaged and non-functional units are accepted and priced by condition rather than turned away. A cracked screen, a battery that no longer holds a charge, or a phone that will not power on can still be sold; the quote adjusts to reflect the condition you select. Before shipping, Find My iPhone and Activation Lock must be removed. If the phone is Activation Locked to another Apple ID, it cannot be tested or resold, so make sure you have signed out and removed it from your account first.
04 What raises the trade-in value the most?
An unlocked, higher-storage unit in clean physical condition with strong battery health brings the strongest offer. Being carrier-unlocked widens the pool of buyers, so it typically outvalues a carrier-locked phone in the same shape. A screen and back glass free of cracks, a battery that has not degraded significantly, and having the original box and cable also help. Removing Activation Lock and fully erasing your data before you ship is required either way, but doing it correctly also avoids delays that can hold up your payout.
05 How do I erase it and remove my accounts, and how do I get paid?
Go to Settings → General → Transfer or Reset iPhone, then choose Erase All Content and Settings. Enter your passcode and Apple ID password when asked; this automatically signs you out of iCloud and removes Find My and Activation Lock from the device. Confirm the phone reboots to the initial "Hello" setup screen before packing it up. Shipping is free and insured once you accept your quote. After the device arrives and passes testing, payment goes out by PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, CashApp, or check. Full details on how we handle your data are covered in our data erasure protocols.