Apple iPhone 15 vs Apple iPhone Fold
The Apple iPhone 15 (2023) runs on the Apple A16 Bionic, while the Apple iPhone Fold (2026) runs on the Apple A19 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone Fold leads — 77/100 vs 65/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone Fold is faster in AnTuTu (2,538,751 vs 1,626,008).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 15
Apple iPhone Fold
What makes Apple iPhone 15 better?
- Better camera (76/100 vs 53/100)
What makes Apple iPhone Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2538751 vs 1626008
- Better Geekbench Single: 3970 vs 2631
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10558 vs 6602
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 79/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 vs the Apple iPhone Fold, the Apple iPhone Fold scores 12 points higher (77/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Fold leads (92/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 leads (76/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Fold is a bit better (92/100 vs 79/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone Fold notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (82/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone Fold (76/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 | Apple iPhone Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A16 Bionic | Apple A19 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1626008 | 2538751 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2631 | 3970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6602 | 10558 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 7.8" Foldable LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1920x2713 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3349 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 20W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 145 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 4 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | iOS 19 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 171 g | — | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 15
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Apple iPhone Fold
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 4MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 15
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Apple iPhone Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1920x2713
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 15
- 3349 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Apple iPhone Fold
- —
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 15 and Apple iPhone Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone Fold leads Apple iPhone 15 by 36.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Apple iPhone Fold
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Fold is a bit better (92/100 vs 79/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone Fold notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (82/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone Fold (76/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 or the Apple iPhone Fold?
The Apple iPhone Fold is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 15 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 and the Apple iPhone Fold?
The Apple iPhone 15 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Apple iPhone Fold — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 or the Apple iPhone Fold?
The Apple iPhone 15 leads on camera score (76/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 15 or the Apple iPhone Fold?
The Apple iPhone Fold leads on performance (92/100 vs 79/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 over the Apple iPhone Fold?
The Apple iPhone 15 is a better fit for active users. The Apple iPhone Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users.