Check Which iPhone Model is Best For You

The iPhone 15 series is Apple’s latest iPhone generation. Unveiled on September 12, 2023, the new lineup continues the 2022 series and consists of the following smartphones: iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus, as well as iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max.

As usual, Apple also keeps some older models in the iPhone catalog. In the coming months, you can still buy the following predecessor models directly from Apple: the iPhone 14 and 14 Plus, the iPhone 13, and the iPhone SE 3 from 2022. The mini model is thus finally discontinued.

Here we present you the different iPhone models in detail. Use the links in the table of contents to find the respective device you are interested in.

Table of contents:

iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max: from $999 to $1,599

	Pro model 2023	Pro Max model 2023
Product		Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
MSRP	from $999	from $1,199
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Reviews	Read the iPhone 15 Pro review	Read the iPhone 15 Pro Max review
Colors	Black Titanium, White Titanium, Blue Titanium, Nature Titanium
Display	Super Retina XDR display 6.1″ all-screen OLED display 2556 x 1179 pixels at 460 ppi 120 Hz refresh rate Dynamic Island	Super Retina XDR Display 6.7-inch all-screen OLED display 2796 x 1290 pixels at 460 ppi 120 Hz refresh rate Dynamic Island
SoC	Apple A17 Pro (3 nm)
Storage	128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB and 1 TB	256 GB, 512 GB and 1 TB
microSD	❌
Main camera	48 MP | F1.78 aperture | 2.44 µm pixels | 24 mm focal length | sensor-shift OIS
Ultra-wide angle	12 MP | F2.2 aperture | 1.4µm | 13 mm focal length | Macro
Telephoto lens	12 MP | F2.8 | 77 mm focal length | 3x optical zoom | sensor-shift OIS	12 MP | F2.8 | 120 mm focal length | 5x optical zoom | sensor-shift OIS
Selfie	12 MP | F1.9 aperture | autofocus
Battery life	Video playback: 23 hours Video (streaming): 20 hours Audio playback: 75 hours	Video playback: 29 hours Video (streaming): 25 hours Audio playback: 95 hours
Fast charging	20 W (cable) 15 W (MagSafe) 7.5 W (Qi)
Robustness	IP68, Ceramic Shield, titanium frame
Connectivity	eSIM, 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, NFC, Bluetooth 5.3, UWB, Satellite
Dimensions and weight	146.6 x 70.6 x 8.25 mm | 187 g	159.9 x 76.7 x 8.25 mm | 221 g
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The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max are the first Apple smartphones with a new material selection. The company replaces the stainless-steel frame of the old Pro models with a titanium chassis here.

Compared to the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max, the latest flagships have become 19 g lighter as a result. Another change to the case: Apple has replaced the DND slider with an action button that you can assign with numerous features, from flashlight to voice memo.

Under the luxurious hood, the iPhone 15 Pro (Max) houses the new Apple A17 Pro. The new SoC is the first in the industry to be manufactured in the 3 nm process and is supposed to make a huge leap forward in performance—among other things.

Apple’s gaming announcements show that these are probably not empty promises. In 2023 and 2024, real AAA titles like Assassin’s Creed: Mirage, Death Stranding, and Resident Evil Village are supposed to make it to the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max in console quality—without cloud gaming, but locally.

The main camera again has 48 megapixels, but this time with slightly larger sensors. The ultra-wide-angle camera gets an improved macro mode, and the iPhone 15 Pro Max has a new telephoto camera. Unlike the well-known 3x telephoto in the iPhone 14 Pro (Max) and iPhone 15 Pro, there is now a 5x zoom.

In video mode, both iPhones now offer ProRes with 4K60—and can also record directly to external storage media via the new USB-C port (yay!). LOG video and the ACES color system are also supported. And yes, fittingly for the Apple Vision Pro, the new iPhones also can record stereoscopic 3D video using the ultra-wide and main cameras.

Another bummer: the bigger Pro iPhone is more expensive than its predecessors at launch. The iPhone 15 Pro starts at $999, while the iPhone 15 Pro Max at $1,199.

iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus: from $799 to $1,199

	Base model 2023	Plus model 2023
Product		Apple iPhone 15 Plus
MSRP	from $799	from $899
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Reviews	Read the iPhone 15 review	Read the iPhone 15 Plus review
Colors	Pink, Yellow, Green, Blue, Black
Display	Super Retina XDR display 6.1″ all-screen OLED display 2556 x 1179 pixels at 460 ppi 60 Hz refresh rate Dynamic Island	Super Retina XDR Display 6.7″ All-Screen OLED Display 2796 x 1290 pixels at 460 ppi 60 Hz refresh rate Dynamic Island
SoC	Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm)
Memory	128 GB, 256 GB and 512 GB
microSD	❌
Main camera	48 MP | F1.6 aperture | 2.0 µm pixels | sensor-shift OIS
Ultra-wide angle	12 MP | F2.4 aperture | 13 mm focal length
Telephoto lens	not available
Selfie	12 MP | F1.9 aperture | autofocus
Battery life	Video playback: 20 hours Video (streaming): 16 hours Audio playback: 80 hours	Video playback: 26 hours Video (streaming): 20 hours Audio playback: 100 hours
Fast charging	20 W (cable) 15 W (MagSafe) 7.5 W (Qi)
Robustness	IP68, Ceramic Shield, aluminum frame
Connectivity	eSIM, 5G, Wi-Fi 6, NFC, Bluetooth 5.3, UWB, satellite
Dimensions and weight	147.6 x 71.6 x 7.80 mm | 171 g	160.9 x 77.8 x 7.80 mm | 201 g
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What Apple started in 2022 continued in 2023: The standard iPhones lag a generation behind in terms of SoCs. Accordingly, the iPhone 15 (Plus) is equipped with the Apple A16 SoC from the iPhone 14 Pro (Max).

The SoC manufactured in the 4 nm process is still absolutely competitive in 2024 in any case. However, it is not yet clear which of the AAA titles announced by Apple will also run on the standard iPhone 15 models.

Dynamic Island has also made the jump from the Pro models to the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus. However, this does not apply to all display features: ProMotion with a 120 Hz refresh rate is still reserved for the iPhone 15 Pro.

The camera has also been upgraded from the Pro drawer. The iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus now also offer 48 MP in the main camera and thus a lossless 2x zoom to 12-megapixel image resolution. This is a really welcome upgrade, as the standard iPhones were comparatively weak in their price range, especially when it came to zoom.

When it comes to pricing: The iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus have the same MSRP as their predecessors at their market launch. The iPhone 15 starts at $799, the iPhone 15 Plus starts at $899.

iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus: from $999 to $1,199

	Base model 2022	Plus model 2022
Product	Apple iPhone 14	Apple iPhone 14 Plus
MSRP	from $699 (originally $799)	from $799 (orig. $899)
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Reviews	Read the iPhone 14 review	Read the iPhone 14 Plus review
Colors	Blue, Purple, Yellow, Midnight, Polaris, Product(Red)
Display	Super Retina XDR Display 6.1″ all-screen OLED display 2532 x 1170 pixels at 460 ppi 60 Hz refresh rate	Super Retina XDR Display 6.7″ All-Screen OLED Display 2778 x 1284 pixels at 458 ppi 60 Hz refresh rate
SoC	Apple A15 (5 nm)
Storage	128, 256 and 512 GB
microSD	❌
Main camera	12 MP, F1.5 aperture | 24 mm focal length | sensor-shift OIS
Ultra-wide angle	12 MP, F2.4 aperture
Telephoto lens	not available
Selfie	12 MP | F1.9 aperture | autofocus
Battery life	Video playback: 20 hours Video (streaming): 16 hours Audio playback: 80 hours	Video playback: 26 hours Video (streaming): 20 hours Audio playback: 100 hours
Fast charging	20 W (cable) 15 W (MagSafe) 7.5 W (Qi)
Robustness	IP68, Ceramic Shield, aluminum frame
Connectivity	eSIM, 5G, Wi-Fi 6, NFC, Bluetooth 5.3, UWB
Dimensions and weight	146.7 x 71.5 x 7.80 mm | 172 g	160.8 x 78.1 x 7.80 mm | 203 g
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Due to the low interest in the mini variant, Apple opted for a new strategy for the standard iPhone 14 series models in 2022: Cupertino replaced the 5.4-inch mini variant with a Plus variant, with the same 6.7-inch diagonal as the Pro Max model.

As mentioned earlier, the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus are equipped with the same Apple A15 Bionic as last year’s Pro series. However, Apple says the five-core GPU is eight times faster than the previous generation. Both models are of course compatible with 5G.

Apart from the difference in display size between the Vanilla and the Plus models, the specs are essentially identical: Both displays have a refresh rate of 60 Hz, can reach a maximum brightness (peak) of 1,200 nits, and retain the classic notch that has become an Apple trademark.

As for the camera module, buyers of the non-Pro models will have to do without the telephoto lens. The iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus, on the other hand, come with the new Action Mode and an improved camera setup.

Here we see a dual camera module, led by a new 12 MP main lens. The sensor is larger compared to the previous generation, with a pixel size of 1.9 µm. The ultra-wide-angle camera also has a 12 MP sensor, about which Apple has not given any further details so far.

Not in the mood for long reviews? Then first take a look at our comparison between the iPhone 14 (Plus) and the iPhone 14 Pro (Max).

iPhone 13 and iPhone SE 3 (2022): from 729 to 1,129 euro

	Base model 2021	Current SE model
Product	Apple iPhone 13	Apple iPhone SE 3 (2022)
MSRP	from $599 (originally $799)	from $429
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Reviews	Read the iPhone 13 review	Read the iPhone SE 2022 review
Colors	Green, Rosé, Blue, Midnight, Polaris, Product(Red)	Polar star, Midnight, Product(Red)
Display	Super Retina XDR Display 6.1″ All-Screen OLED Display 2532 x 1170 pixels at 460 ppi 60 Hz refresh rate	Retina HD Display 4.7-inch widescreen IPS LCD 1334 x 750 pixels at 326 ppi 60 Hz refresh rate
SoC	Apple A15 (5 nm)
Storage	128, 256, and 512 GB	64, 128, and 256 GB
microSD	❌
Main camera	12 MP, F1.6 aperture | 24 mm focal length | sensor-shift OIS	12 MP, F1.8 aperture | 24 mm focal length | OIS
Ultra-wide angle	12 MP, F2.4 aperture	not available
Telephoto lens	not available
Selfie	12 MP | F2.2 aperture	7 MP | F2.2 aperture
Battery life	Video playback: 19 hours Video (streaming): 15 hours Audio playback: 75 hours	Video playback: 15 hours Video (streaming): 10 hours Audio playback: 50 hours
Fast charging	20 W (cable) 15 W (MagSafe) 7.5 W (Qi)	20 W (cable) 7.5W (Qi)
Robustness	IP68, Ceramic Shield, aluminum frame	IP67, aluminum frame
Connectivity	eSIM, 5G, Wi-Fi 6, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0, UWB	eSIM, 5G, Wi-Fi 6, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0
Dimensions and weight	146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm | 174 g	138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm | 144 g
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Finally, we come to the entry-level iPhones in Apple’s portfolio. The company has officially retired the iPhone 13 mini, but the iPhone SE 3 from 2022 remains in the portfolio instead, which has a few similarities, but also many differences to the iPhone 13.

First, the similarities: The Apple A15, which is manufactured in the 5-nm process, takes care of the drive here as well as there. But that’s almost it for the similarities.

The iPhone SE 3 from 2022 is the last smartphone with a home button on the front. Accordingly, the display of 4.7 inches is significantly smaller than in the iPhone 13 (6.1 inches). The resolution and pixel density of larger panels are also much better—and unlike all other current iPhones with their OLED displays, the iPhone SE still relies on an IPS LCD panel.

You can read more details in the review of the iPhone 13 and the review of the iPhone SE (2022).

With Ceramic Shield glass over the display and IP68, the iPhone 13 is also a bit more resistant than the iPhone SE 2022, which is only protected according to IP67.

Wireless charging and MagSafe are not found on the smallest iPhone, nor is UWB, which is enormously practical for AirTags (see review). The camera features a dual camera and a single camera, whereas the iPhone 13 also has the edge in the main camera with Sensor-Shift OIS.

Other alternatives: iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max: from $999 to $1,599

	Pro model 2022	Pro Max model 2022
Product
MSRP	from $999	from $1,099
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Reviews	to the test of the iPhone 14 Pro	to the review of the iPhone 14 Pro Max
Colors	Dark purple, gold, silver, space black
Display	Super Retina XDR display 6.1″ all-screen OLED display 2556 x 1179 pixels at 460 ppi 120 Hz refresh rate Dynamic Island	Super Retina XDR Display 6.7-inch all-screen OLED display 2796 x 1290 pixels at 460 ppi 120 Hz refresh rate Dynamic Island
SoC	Apple A16 (4 nm)
Storage	128, 256, 512, and 1024 GB
microSD	❌
Main camera	48 MP | F1.6 aperture | 2.0 µm pixels | sensor-shift OIS
Ultra-wide angle	12 MP | F2.4 aperture | 13 mm focal length
Telephoto lens	not available
Selfie	12 MP | F1.9 aperture | autofocus
Battery life	Video playback: 23 hours Video (streaming): 20 hours Audio playback: 75 hours	Video playback: 29 hours Video (streaming): 25 hours Audio playback: 95 hours
Fast charging	20 W (cable) 15 W (MagSafe) 7.5 W (Qi)
Robustness	IP68, Ceramic Shield, aluminum frame
Connectivity	eSIM, 5G, Wi-Fi 6, NFC, Bluetooth 5.3, UWB
Dimensions and weight	147.5 x 71.5 x 7.85 mm | 206 g	160.7 x 77.6 x 7.85 mm | 240 g
Offers

Apple removed the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max from the official portfolio with the introduction of the iPhone 15 series.

However, that does not mean that the smartphones are not still available from third-party providers—and still represent a really powerful option in 2024. Therefore, we do not want to withhold the two models from you here.

As in 2021, the 2022 iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max models only differ in screen size and battery capacity. Nevertheless, there are many differences compared to the basic models of the iPhone 14 series. For example, only the Pro models feature Apple’s A16 SoC, which also made it into the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus in 2023.

The iPhone 14 Pro models were the first new iPhones to feature the pill-shaped notch called Dynamic Island, which Apple uses to house the 12-MP TrueDepth front camera and Face ID sensors. Apple says this solution takes up 30 percent less screen space than the classic notch.

As for the software, the Dynamic Island displays on-screen animations for notifications, alerts, and other contextual information. Both models now also exclusively offer an Always-on Display screen.

There was a quality leap in the camera module compared to the previous year’s models. There is a brand-new sensor on the back of the Pro models. The main camera now offers 48 MP instead of 12 MP and comes with a quad-pixel system that enables 4-in-1 pixel binning. There is also a 12 MP ultra-wide-angle lens that enables macro shots and a 12 MP telephoto lens on board.

On the video side, the iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max can shoot in ProRes and benefit from a new Action mode that stabilizes video and compensates for camera movement. ProRAW support and a LiDAR sensor are also only available in the Pro models.

The next generation: iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro

The iPhone 15 was only a few days old and there were already rumors about its successor, the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro. And we might also see an iPhone Ultra in the next generation.

We might also see the first iPhone with a quad-camera in 2024—and a return to the vertical camera design at Apple. The Ultra model would then probably have a periscope camera with super zoom—and would have two telephoto cameras, similar to the Xiaomi 13 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra. A real Ultra.

There could also be a revolution in the display in 2024. For the first time in many years, Apple could deviate from its standard sizes of 6.1 and 6.7 inches and enlarge the screens on the Pro iPhones while simultaneously making the display edges smaller.

There are also increasing reports that the iPhone 16 will come with an MLA display, i.e. a microlens array above the panel. And who knows: Maybe the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus will finally get ProMotion displays with 120 Hz.

iOS 17: finally officially available!

On June 5, Apple announced the new iOS 17 version. However, this update package is only intended for developers: i.e. only people with a developer account can try out this version. However, we expect the new iOS 17 to be released as a public beta test in July, for the promised stable version in the fall.

Some of the most interesting features of iOS 17 include improved accessibility, privacy updates to “Find My,” and revisions to apps like FaceTime, Messages, and Phone. Apple has also introduced a new feature for sharing contacts via AirDrop called “NameDrop,” a smart display mode for the iPhone’s lock screen, and other improvements. To learn about all the highlights of the new iOS 17, I invite you to take a look at our iOS 17 guide.

After the initial launch of the iOS 17 system, further updates fixed bugs and added features such as spatial video recording and better telephoto focusing on the iPhone 15 Pro models, official support for Qi2 charging on older generation iPhones, application side-loading and third-party app stores in the EU, and more.

iOS 18: Not coming until spring 2024

Even though iOS 18 will “already” be released in spring 2024 at Apple’s developer conference WWDC, the rumor mill is still keeping a very low profile regarding new features. So far, we can only assume that the first beta version of the next iOS update will be available at WWDC. And allegedly, there could be a gigantic Siri update here—Siri 2.0, as ComputerWorld headlines.

Earlier iPhone models

Which iPhone generation introduced Touch ID? Or “Dynamic Island?” When did Apple do away with the headphone jack? And when did Antennagate happen? Join us on a journey through the iPhone’s past in the following iPhone history overview:

Did we forget anything? Do you have any suggestions or feedback for us? We look forward to your comments!

This article was updated in April 2024 with new pricing and software update notes. Comments before the article was updated were kept and thus may be out of context.