Apple iPhone 15 vs Apple iPhone 17e
The Apple iPhone 15 (2023) runs on the Apple A16 Bionic, while the Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19; launch prices were $799 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 15 leads — 65/100 vs 59/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 17e has the bigger battery (3600 mAh vs 3349); the Apple iPhone 17e is faster in AnTuTu (2,156,126 vs 1,626,008).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 15
Apple iPhone 17e
What makes Apple iPhone 15 better?
- Better camera (76/100 vs 34/100)
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2156126 vs 1626008
- Better Geekbench Single: 3692 vs 2631
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9454 vs 6602
- Bigger battery: 3600 vs 3349 mAh
- Lighter: 163g vs 171g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $799
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 79/100)
- Longer battery life (21/100 vs 20/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 vs the Apple iPhone 17e, the Apple iPhone 15 scores 6 points higher (65/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 leads (76/100 vs 34/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 15 — 44/100, 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 79/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 61/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (76/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17e and the Apple iPhone 15 are nearly equal (21/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (83/100 vs 78/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 | Apple iPhone 17e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A16 Bionic | Apple A19 | |
| AnTuTu | 1626008 | 2156126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2631 | 3692 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6602 | 9454 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 2556x1179 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 3349 mAh | 3600 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 20W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 145 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 24 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | iOS 19 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 171 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 15
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 15
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 15
- 3349 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 15 and Apple iPhone 17e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17e leads Apple iPhone 15 by 24.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Apple iPhone 17e was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 61/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (76/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17e and the Apple iPhone 15 are nearly equal (21/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (83/100 vs 78/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 or the Apple iPhone 17e?
The Apple iPhone 15 edges out the Apple iPhone 17e by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 and the Apple iPhone 17e?
The Apple iPhone 15 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Apple iPhone 17e — 59/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 or the Apple iPhone 17e?
The Apple iPhone 15 leads on camera score (76/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 15 or the Apple iPhone 17e?
The Apple iPhone 17e leads on performance (89/100 vs 79/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 over the Apple iPhone 17e?
The Apple iPhone 15 is a better fit for active users. The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for gamers and power users.