The classic question: an older Pro or a newer regular iPhone? The price gap is big.
Short answer
iPhone 15 - the newer A16 Bionic, a 48 MP main camera. iPhone 13 Pro - 120 Hz, a telephoto and much cheaper.
Key differences
| Spec | Apple iPhone 13 Pro | Apple iPhone 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Apple A15 Bionic | Apple A16 Bionic |
| Display | 6.1", Super Retina XDR OLED, 120 Hz | 6.1", OLED, 1179×2556, 60 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 6 GB RAM, 128 / 256 / 512 / 1024 GB | 6/128 GB, 6/256 GB, 6/512 GB |
| Rear cameras | 12 MP + 12 MP + 12 MP | 48 MP + 12 MP |
| Front | 12 MP | 12 MP |
| Battery | 3095 mAh | 3349 mAh |
| Charging | 15 W | 15 W wireless |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 |
| Thickness / weight | 7.65 mm / 203 g | 7.8 mm / 171 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Chips
Apple A15 Bionic and Apple A16 Bionic. The A16 is newer, but the A15 still handles everything with ease.
Cameras
48 + 12 MP on the iPhone 15 vs 12 + 12 + 12 MP with a telephoto on the iPhone 13 Pro.
Price
The iPhone 13 Pro costs much less. As an affordable iPhone, it's a sensible choice.
Verdict: who should buy which
- A newer model and longer support - iPhone 15.
- The most iPhone for the least money - iPhone 13 Pro.
FAQ
What chip does the iPhone 13 Pro have?
The Apple A15 Bionic.
Is the iPhone 15 protected?
IP68.
Which is cheaper?
The iPhone 13 Pro.