Neither model is new anymore, so their prices have become interesting. And in 2026 the Pro has one argument it didn't have at launch.
Short answer
iPhone 15 Pro - 120 Hz, a 3× telephoto, titanium, 8 GB of RAM and Apple Intelligence support. iPhone 15 - aluminium, lighter, no AI features and cheaper.
Key differences
| Spec | Apple iPhone 15 | Apple iPhone 15 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Apple A16 Bionic | Apple A17 Pro |
| Display | 6.1", OLED, 1179×2556, 60 Hz | 6.1", OLED, 1179×2556, 120 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 6/128 GB, 6/256 GB, 6/512 GB | 8/128 GB, 8/256 GB, 8/512 GB, 8/1024 GB |
| Rear cameras | 48 MP + 12 MP | 48 MP + 12 MP + 12 MP |
| Front | 12 MP | 12 MP |
| Battery | 3349 mAh | 3274 mAh |
| Charging | 15 W wireless | 15 W wireless |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 |
| Thickness / weight | 7.8 mm / 171 g | 8.25 mm / 187 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Apple Intelligence
The A17 Pro and 8 GB of RAM in the 15 Pro support Apple Intelligence; the A16 and 6 GB in the 15 don't. More: Apple A16 Bionic and Apple A17 Pro.
Display
The 15 Pro has 120 Hz, the 15 has 60 Hz. After 120 Hz it's hard to go back to 60.
Cameras
The Pro has a 12 MP 3× telephoto; the regular model has only the main and ultra-wide cameras.
Heat
The A17 Pro was known for running hot on early firmware; updates fixed some of the issues, but the 15 Pro still gets warm in games.
Verdict: who should buy which
- 120 Hz, telephoto and AI - iPhone 15 Pro.
- Savings and lightness - iPhone 15.
FAQ
Does the iPhone 15 Pro support Apple Intelligence?
Yes.
What's the iPhone 15's refresh rate?
60 Hz.
What is the 15 Pro's frame made of?
Titanium.