iPhone 15 vs iPhone 15 Pro: A Detailed Comparison

Are you faced with the challenging choice between an iPhone 15 and an iPhone 15 Pro? In this article, we compare the specifications, design, prices and features of these two smartphones to help guide you towards the choice that's right for you.

Technical Specifications: iPhone 15 vs iPhone 15 Pro

Here's an overview of the main features of iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro:

	iPhone 15	iPhone 15 Pro
Launch Date	September 2023	September 2023
Launch Price	€979	€1,239
Dimensions	Width: 71.6 mm Height: 147.6 mm Thickness: 7.8 mm	Width: 70.6 mm Height: 146.6 mm Thickness: 8.25 mm
Display	6.1" (diagonal)	6.1" (diagonal)
Weight	171 g	187 g
Battery	3349 mAh	3274 mAh
Colours	Pink, yellow, green, blue, black	Black titanium, white titanium, blue titanium, natural titanium
Storage Options	128, 256, 512 GB	128, 256, 512 GB, 1 TB
RAM	6 GB	8 GB
Chip	A16 Bionic 6-core CPU with 2 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores 5-core GPU 16-core Neural Engine	A17 Pro New 6-core CPU with 2 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores New 6-core GPU New 16-core Neural Engine
Camera	Dual camera system • 48MP Main camera (wide): 26 mm, ƒ/1.6, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels, supports high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP) • 12MP Ultra-wide: 13 mm, ƒ/2.4 and 120° field of view • 12MP 2x Telephoto (via quad-pixel sensor): 52 mm, ƒ/1.6, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels	Pro camera system • 48MP Main camera (wide): 24 mm, ƒ/1.78, second-generation sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels; supports high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP) • 12MP Ultra-wide: 13 mm, ƒ/2.2 and 120° field of view, 100% Focus Pixels • 12MP 2x Telephoto (via quad-pixel sensor): 48 mm, ƒ/1.78, second-generation sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels

iPhone 15 vs iPhone 15 Pro: Key Differences

Now that we've seen the main technical specifications of iPhone 15 and 15 Pro compared in the table, let's explore the different aspects in more detail.

Design: iPhone 15 vs iPhone 15 Pro

Display

Both smartphones integrate the Dynamic Island design, but only the iPhone 15 Pro offers the Always On display feature. In terms of size, both the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro feature a 6.1-inch diagonal display. If you want a larger display (6.7 inches), then you might opt for an iPhone 15 Plus or iPhone 15 Pro Max.

Materials

The iPhone 15 has an aluminium frame, while the 15 Pro features the lighter and more durable titanium. Despite this, the base model is slightly lighter than the Pro version (171 grams vs 187 grams).

Colours

The iPhone 15 colours are more vibrant and playful (especially the pastel options): Pink, Yellow, Green, Blue and Black. The iPhone 15 Pro, however, aims for a more elegant look with its colours: Natural Titanium, Blue Titanium, White Titanium and Black Titanium.

Performance: iPhone 15 vs iPhone 15 Pro

Chip

The iPhone 15 Pro clearly offers higher standards in terms of power and speed, thanks to the new A17 Pro Bionic chip. The iPhone 15, meanwhile, features the A16 Bionic - not bad at all, considering it's the same chipset used in the iPhone 14 Pro!

RAM

Another notable difference between the two models is their RAM capacity: while the iPhone 15 comes with 6GB of RAM, the iPhone 15 Pro features 8GB of RAM. This means that the Pro model handles multitasking even better, making app switching more fluid. Ideal for those who use their smartphone intensively.

Battery

The iPhone 15 has a 3,349 mAh battery with up to 20 hours of video playback, while the iPhone 15 Pro, with its 3,274 mAh battery, promises up to 23 hours of battery life. Both support MagSafe wireless charging, Qi2 and Qi, and fast charging. If you're looking for superior battery life, the iPhone 15 Pro is the better choice, while the iPhone 15 will satisfy those with more standard requirements.

Cameras: iPhone 15 vs iPhone 15 Pro

In terms of photography capabilities, the iPhone 15 has made a significant leap forward compared to its predecessor, the iPhone 14, integrating a 48MP main camera (the 14 stopped at 12MP). The iPhone 15 Pro also features a 48MP main camera, but with the difference that its camera system offers a triple camera setup (the 15 has a dual camera system), with optical zoom up to 3x (while the iPhone 15 stops at 2x) and superior photo and video quality, ideal for those who want to create professional-level content.

Price: Refurbished iPhone 15 vs iPhone 15 Pro

What's the price difference between an iPhone 15 and an iPhone 15 Pro? When it comes to refurbished devices, currently we can see a difference of about €200or slightly more between the two models:

• Refurbished iPhone 15 price: starting from about €570
• Refurbished iPhone 15 Pro price: starting from about €800

The same products when new can be found online and in electronics shops at prices up to 40% more expensive.

Refurbished iPhone 15 or iPhone 15 Pro: the advantages on refurbed

Buying a refurbished smartphone at refurbed is not only more cost-effective, but also more sustainable compared to buying the same product new. Here are the key advantages:

• Prices up to 40% lower than new
• Shipping and returns included in the price
• 30-day trial period
• Minimum 12-month warranty
• Option to pay in three instalments with PayPal or Klarna
• Huge CO2, virtual water and e-waste savings

Conclusion: Better to get an iPhone 15 or an iPhone 15 Pro?

The choice certainly depends on your budget and personal needs. If you need a modern, solid iPhone with an excellent camera, cutting-edge design, great performance and a more affordable price, the iPhone 15 is the ideal solution for you and won't disappoint.

However, if you're willing to spend more and don't want to compromise on performance that goes beyond every limit (in terms of speed, battery life and photo and video results), then the iPhone 15 Pro is the most suitable investment. In our opinion, it makes sense to invest in the Pro only if you'll truly take advantage of its advanced features, and in any case by purchasing a refurbished version of the product, thanks to all the advantages mentioned above. And if neither of these models suits your needs? Take a look at all our refurbished iPhones, set the filters for selection and find the iPhone that best suits you.