Apple released 4 new iPhone models. The iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. Each has many improvements compared to its predecessors. In this blog, you will find all iPhone 15 specs and read what you can do thanks to these specifications.
Compare iPhone 15 specifications
The iPhone 15 phones are similar in some respects. Yet there are also many differences. You can see them in this overview of iPhone 15 specifications.
| iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max | |
| Dimensions | 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 millimeters | 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 millimeters | 146.6 x 70.6 x 8.25 millimeters | 159.9 x 76.7 x 8.25 millimeters |
| Weight | 171 grams | 201 grams | 187 grams | 221 grams |
| Used materials | Glass front (Ceramic Shield), glass back, aluminum frame | Glass front (Ceramic Shield), glass back, aluminum frame | Glass front (Ceramic Shield), glass back, titanium frame | Glass front (Ceramic Shield), glass back, titanium frame |
| Waterproof | IP68: 30 minutes up to 6 meters deep | IP68: 30 minutes up to 6 meters deep | IP68: 30 minutes up to 6 meters deep | IP68: 30 minutes up to 6 meters deep |
| Screen type | Super Retina XDR OLED | Super Retina XDR OLED | Super Retina XDR OLED | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Screen size | 6.1 inches | 6.7 inches | 6.1 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Screen resolution | 2556 x 1179 pixels | 2796 x 1290 pixels | 2556 x 1179 pixels | 2796 x 1290 pixels |
| Pixel density | 460 ppi | 460 ppi | 460 ppi | 460 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Processor | A16 Bionic processor | A16 Bionic processor | A17 Pro processor | A17 Pro processor |
| Storage memory | 128, 256 or 512 GB | 128, 256, or 512 GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| Operating system | iOS 17 | iOS 17 | iOS 17 | iOS 17 |
| Battery life video | Until 8 p.m | Up to 26 hours | Until 11 p.m | Until 29 hours |
| Stream battery life | Until 4 p.m | Until 8 p.m | Until 8 p.m | Up to 25 hours |
| Audio playback battery life | Up to 80 hours | Up to 100 hours | Up to 75 hours | Up to 95 hours |
| Fast charging | Yes, up to 50% within about 30 minutes | Yes, up to 50% within about 30 minutes | Yes, up to 50% within about 30 minutes | Yes, up to 50% within about 30 minutes |
| Camera 1 back | 128, 256, or 512 GB | 48-megapixel main camera: 24 mm, f/1.6 aperture, optical image stabilization | 48-megapixel main camera: 26 mm, f/1.78 aperture, optical image stabilization | 48-megapixel main camera: 24 mm, f/1.6 aperture, optical image stabilization |
| Camera 2 back | 12-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera: f/2.4 aperture, 120-degree angle | 12-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera: f/2.4 aperture, 120-degree angle, optical zoom | 12-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera: f/2.2 aperture, 120-degree angle | 12-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera: f/2.2 aperture, 120-degree angle |
| Camera 3 back | 12-megapixel telephoto lens: 120 mm, f/2.8 aperture, 3D sensor-shift optical image stabilization | 48-megapixel main camera: 26 mm, f/1.78 aperture, optical image stabilization | ||
| Optical zoom? | Yes, 2x | Yes, 2x | Yes, 2x and 3x | Yes, 2x & 5x |
| Selfie camera | 12-megapixel selfie camera: f/1.9 aperture, autofocus | 12-megapixel selfie camera: f/1.9 aperture, autofocus | 12-megapixel selfie camera: f/1.9 aperture, autofocus with Focus Pixels | 12-megapixel selfie camera: f/1.9 aperture, autofocus with Focus Pixels |
| Face ID | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 12-megapixel telephoto lens: 77 mm, f/2.8 aperture, optical image stabilization | Black, Blue, Green, Yellow, Pink | Black, Blue, Green, Yellow, Pink | Black Titanium, White Titanium, Blue Titanium, Natural Titanium | Black Titanium, White Titanium, Blue Titanium, Natural Titanium |
iPhone 15 specs explained
Want to know everything about the iPhone 15 specifications? Below you can read exactly what all the specs mean.
Hardware and battery specifications
The iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus both have the powerful A16 Bionic processor. This ensures that you can easily and quickly switch between apps.
And playing games also goes smoothly. The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max have an even stronger processor. The A17 Pro. That makes these phones even faster.
Perfect when playing graphic-heavy games and editing your own videos. This is because the processor is 10% faster than the A16 Bionic processor at high performance.
All 4 iPhone 15 phones have good battery life. They have made a lot of progress compared to their predecessors.
That of the iPhone 15 has improved the most. This is because the A16 Bionic processor is 20% more efficient at peak performance than the A15 Bionic processor of the iPhone 14.
This means you can call, text, and stream all day long with every new iPhone. Is your battery empty after all? With fast charging, the battery is 50% charged again in about half an hour.
Screen
The screens of the iPhone 15 phones are all impressive. They have a clear, energy-efficient OLED screen. Yet there are also major differences.
Like the size. For example, the screens of the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro are 6.1 inches. And that of the iPhone 15 Plus and the iPhone 15 Pro Max is 6.7 inches. On the last 2, you can watch your favorite series even better.
Another difference is the refresh rate. This is 60 Hz on the iPhone 15 and the iPhone 15 Plus. On the other 2, it is 120 Hz. A higher refresh rate ensures a smoother image.
And a screen that responds faster to your touches. This way you scroll more smoothly and your reaction speed is higher during a game.
The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max have thinner screen edges, making the screen almost borderless. That makes your viewing experience even better.
The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max both have an always-on screen. Your lock screen always remains visible. Even if your iPhone is locked.
Design
When new Apple phones are released, not much changes in design. But that’s different now. All iPhone 15 models will have a design with a slightly rounder housing.
The sides of the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max are also made of titanium. Unique. It makes the phones lighter and stronger. These 2 phones will also have much thinner edges, as you can read above.
The biggest change is the Dynamic Island. This was only added to the Pro models in the previous series.
This time, the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, and the iPhone 15 Pro Max all get it. The Dynamic Island is located where the selfie camera is.
It conjures up your music, FaceTime calls, and more. And without it distracting from what you are doing. This makes the bar part of the phone instead of getting in the way.
Camera
The cameras in the iPhone 15 phones are very good. From beautiful landscape photos to impressive videos and sharp selfies. Everything is possible.
The cameras of the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus have improved considerably. This is because the main camera does not shoot photos in 12 but in 48 megapixels.
The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max also take photos in that resolution. The difference? They have a larger camera sensor.
This way, light is converted even better into a realistic image. You can also adjust the focus distance on these phones between 24, 28, and 45 millimeters.
This gives you more freedom to make the photo according to your wishes. These phones are also extra good at optical zooming. That is zooming in without loss of quality.
The iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus have 2x optical zoom. The iPhone 15 Pro has 3x optical zoom and the iPhone 15 Pro Max even 5x. As if you were photographing through a periscope. Knowing more? We tell you everything about the iPhone 15 cameras here.
Extras
Special about all 4 iPhone 15 phones: they have a USB-C input instead of a Lightning input. You can also charge your Apple Watch and AirPods via the USB-C input.
Which iPhone 15 suits you?
As you have read, the iPhone 15 specs are very good again. This makes the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max among the best phones of the year.
Are you unsure which one you want? Discover everything about the iPhone 15 colors here and we will also answer the question of which iPhone 15 suits you.
