PHONE AiPhone 15 Pro
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iPhone 15 Pro vs iPhone 16
24 source-backed differences · 8 fields the same. Official sources below.
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PHONE A
PHONE BiPhone 16
128GB $799
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iPhone 15 Pro has advantages in performance, battery, while iPhone 16 has advantages in design & dimensions.
Top Differences
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✓44 registry fields
What Changed
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120 Hz compared with Unknown
A17 Pro compared with A18
Up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes 19 with 20W adapter or higher (available separately) compared with Up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes 6 with 20W adapter or higher (available separately) paired with USB-C charging cable, or 30W adapter or higher paired with MagSafe Charger (both available separately)
75 compared with 80
20 compared with 18
Full Comparison
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✓44 registry fields
FieldiPhone 15 ProiPhone 16Why it matters
ZoomMarginal difference2 official sources3x optical zoom in, 2x optical zoom out; 6x optical zoom range2x optical zoom in, 2x optical zoom out; 4x optical zoom rangeNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
VideoMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknown4K Dolby Vision video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fpsNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 15 ProiPhone 16Why it matters
Refresh rateMarginal difference1 official source120 HzUnknownHigher refresh rates make motion and scrolling feel smoother.
FieldiPhone 15 ProiPhone 16Why it matters
ChipMarginal difference2 official sourcesA17 ProA18Newer silicon generally extends performance headroom.
Gpu coresMarginal difference2 official sources65No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 15 ProiPhone 16Why it matters
Video playbackMinor difference2 official sources23 hours22 hoursApple’s common playback test gives a comparable endurance signal.
Fast chargeMarginal difference2 official sourcesUp to 50% charge in around 30 minutes 19 with 20W adapter or higher (available separately)Up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes 6 with 20W adapter or higher (available separately) paired with USB-C charging cable, or 30W adapter or higher paired with MagSafe Charger (both available separately)Shorter top-up time matters during travel and busy days.
Audio playback hoursMarginal difference2 official sources7580No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Streamed video hoursMarginal difference2 official sources2018No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 15 ProiPhone 16Why it matters
WeightMinor difference2 official sources187 g170 gWeight affects long sessions and one-handed comfort.
Depth mmMarginal difference2 official sources8.257.8No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Height mmMarginal difference2 official sources146.6147.6No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Width mmMarginal difference2 official sources70.671.6No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
ColorsMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknownBlack, White, Pink, Teal, UltramarineNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
MaterialsMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknownAluminum design, Ceramic Shield front, Color-infused glass back (Black, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine)No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 15 ProiPhone 16Why it matters
ContentsMarginal difference2 official sourcesiPhone 15 Pro, USB-C Charge Cable (1 m), Documentation, We encourage you to use any compatible USB-C power adapter. If you need a new Apple power adapter or headphones, they are available for purchase.iPhone 16, USB-C Charge Cable (1 m), Documentation, We encourage you to use any compatible USB-C power adapter. If you need a new Apple power adapter or headphones, they are available for purchase.No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
ReleaseYearMarginal difference2 official sources20232024No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
ListMarginal difference2 official sourcesFace ID, LiDAR Scanner, Barometer, High dynamic range gyro, High-g accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Dual ambient light sensorsFace ID, Barometer, High dynamic range gyro, High-g accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Dual ambient light sensorsNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 15 ProiPhone 16Why it matters
Magsafe wMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknown25No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Qi2 wMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknown25No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 15 ProiPhone 16Why it matters
UwbMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknownYesNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
WifiMarginal difference2 official sourcesWi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 15 ProiPhone 16Why it matters
Usb speedMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknownUSB 2 (up to 480Mb/s)No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 15 ProiPhone 16Why it matters
Fresh ordinary priceMarginal difference1 official sourceUnavailable$829 · 128GBOrdinary unlocked prices avoid presenting carrier-dependent discounts as universal.
What’s the same
Which should you buy?
iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 16 trade strengths: iPhone 15 Pro leads in Performance and Battery, while iPhone 16 leads in Design.
- Choose iPhone 15 Pro if you prioritize performance and battery.
- Choose iPhone 16 if you prioritize design.
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Leads in design.
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