Apple iPhone 15 vs Apple iPhone 16 Pro
The Apple iPhone 15 (2023) runs on the Apple A16 Bionic, while the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro; launch prices were $799 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads — 73/100 vs 65/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro has the bigger battery (3582 mAh vs 3349); the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,782,199 vs 1,626,008); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro has the stronger camera (157 vs 145); the Apple iPhone 15 is noticeably lighter (171g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 15
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 15 better?
- Lighter: 171g vs 199g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $999
- Better portability (78/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1782199 vs 1626008
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 2631
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8300 vs 6602
- Bigger battery: 3582 vs 3349 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 20W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Higher performance (85/100 vs 79/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (24/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 vs the Apple iPhone 16 Pro, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro scores 8 points higher (73/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads (86/100 vs 76/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 15 — 44/100, Apple iPhone 16 Pro — 56/100; 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 16 Pro is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (85/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a bit better (86/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Apple iPhone 15 are nearly equal (24/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (78/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A16 Bionic | Apple A18 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1626008 | 1782199 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2631 | 3400 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6602 | 8300 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 2622x1206 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3349 mAh | 3582 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 145 | 157 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | iOS 18 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 149.6×71.5×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 171 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 15
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 15
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 15
- 3349 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 3582 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 15 and Apple iPhone 16 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads Apple iPhone 15 by 8.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Apple iPhone 15 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (85/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a bit better (86/100 vs 76/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Apple iPhone 15 are nearly equal (24/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (78/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 or the Apple iPhone 16 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro edges out the Apple iPhone 15 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 15 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 or the Apple iPhone 16 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads on camera score (86/100 vs 76/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 15 or the Apple iPhone 16 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads on performance (85/100 vs 79/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 over the Apple iPhone 16 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 15 is a better fit for active users. The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.