Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs Apple iPhone 17e
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro (2023) runs on the Apple A17 Pro, while the Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19; launch prices were $999 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro leads — 70/100 vs 59/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 17e has the bigger battery (3600 mAh vs 3274); the Apple iPhone 17e is faster in AnTuTu (2,156,126 vs 1,467,470); the Apple iPhone 17e is noticeably lighter (163g vs 187g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
Apple iPhone 17e
What makes Apple iPhone 15 Pro better?
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (83/100 vs 34/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 61/100)
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2156126 vs 1467470
- Better Geekbench Single: 3692 vs 2969
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9454 vs 7599
- Bigger battery: 3600 vs 3274 mAh
- Lighter: 163g vs 187g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $999
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 80/100)
- Longer battery life (21/100 vs 20/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 64/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs the Apple iPhone 17e, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro scores 11 points higher (70/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro leads (83/100 vs 34/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 15 Pro — 50/100, Apple iPhone 17e — 32/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (85/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (83/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17e and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro are nearly equal (21/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro (83/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro | Apple iPhone 17e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A17 Pro | Apple A19 | |
| AnTuTu | 1467470 | 2156126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2969 | 3692 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7599 | 9454 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 2556x1179 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 3274 mAh | 3600 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 20W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 154 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 24 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | iOS 19 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.6×70.6×8.3 mm | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
- 3274 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Apple iPhone 17e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17e leads Apple iPhone 15 Pro by 31.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Apple iPhone 17e was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (85/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (83/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17e and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro are nearly equal (21/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro (83/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or the Apple iPhone 17e?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 17e — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 Pro and the Apple iPhone 17e?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Apple iPhone 17e — 59/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or the Apple iPhone 17e?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro leads on camera score (83/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or the Apple iPhone 17e?
The Apple iPhone 17e leads on performance (89/100 vs 80/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 Pro over the Apple iPhone 17e?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for gamers and power users.