Design and Build
What was "played" and "to a greater extent" evolved into "refined". In comparison to iPhone 14, iPhone 15 is equipped with the new refined design shaped by the aerospace-grade aluminum frame, the Ceramic Shield front, and the matte glass back, the latter being of the color-infused type that prevents fingerprint marks. In total, the dimensions are 5.81 x 2.82 x 0.31 inches (147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm), and the mass is 6.02 oz (171g) that is a right balance of lightness and comfort all over plus the rounded beveled edges, which are very close to the feather. Black, Blue, Green, Yellow, and Pink represent the pastel color spectrum where one can find iPhone 15, hence, the loudness of this design. Moreover, the mute switch is still intact, but the manufacturer has decided .
- Aerospace-grade aluminum enclosure
- Ceramic Shield front (tougher than any smartphone glass)
- Color-infused matte glass back for fingerprint resistance
- IP68 rating (water and dust resistance up to 6 meters for 30 minutes)
- Mute switch (toggle for silent mode)
- USB-C port for charging and data transfer (USB 2.0 speeds, 480Mbps)
- Dual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM, or dual eSIM in some regions)
| Feature |
Details |
| Dimensions |
5.81 x 2.82 x 0.31 in (147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm) |
| Weight |
6.02 oz (171g) |
| Materials |
Aluminum, Ceramic Shield, Glass |
| Colors |
Black, Blue, Green, Yellow, Pink |
| Water/Dust Resistance |
IP68 (6m for 30 min) |
| Ports |
USB-C |
| Buttons |
Mute Switch, Volume, Side (power) |
iPhone 15 Display
The iPhone 15 device ships with a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display that boasts a 2556 x 1179 pixel resolution (460 PPI) and serves as a key enabling factor to deliver colorful and crisp visuals to HDR10 and Dolby Vision content consumers. The panel’s technology of Dynamic Island is a significant addition meant for multitasking use plus the live updates and app access that are there on the screen, always ready to be taken, faster and more convenient. The brightness of 800 nits is a standard one, while 1600 nits in HDR, 2000 nits in direct sunlight make it very bright, a quality... the refresh rate. Although this feature is not as fast as the 90Hz or 120Hz settings, it is more than enough for the majority of users. On the other hand, it cannot be compared to the Always-On displays of Pro.
- 6.1-inch OLED (Super Retina XDR)
- 2556 x 1179 resolution, 460 PPI
- HDR10 and Dolby Vision support
- 800 nits (typical), 1600 nits (HDR), 2000 nits (peak)
- Ceramic Shield protection
- 60Hz refresh rate (no ProMotion)
- Dynamic Island for notifications and app controls
| Specification |
Details |
| Size |
6.1 inches (15.54 cm diagonally) |
| Type |
Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution |
2556 x 1179 pixels, 460 PPI |
| Brightness |
800 nits (typical), 2000 nits (peak) |
| HDR Support |
HDR10, Dolby Vision |
| Refresh Rate |
60Hz |
| Protection |
Ceramic Shield |
Performance and Software
Apple is introducing a new iPhone 15, and undoubtedly, it is going to be "the next big thing" in the tech world. The A16 Bionic processor will replicate the glorious run of the A14 Bionic chip in iPhone 14 Pro. This time, it is embedded with a 6-core CPU, 5-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine. With all this huge power beneath it, users will experience tremendous speed during gaming, multitasking.
- A16 Bionic chip with 6-core CPU, 5-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine
- 6GB RAM for smooth performance
- Storage: 128GB ($699), 256GB ($799), 512GB ($999)
- iOS 17 (upgradable to iOS 18.3.1)
- Optimized thermal design for sustained performance
| Test |
iPhone 15 Score |
| Geekbench 5 (Single-Core) |
2,548 |
| Geekbench 5 (Multi-Core) |
6,456 |
| 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited |
9,831, 58.9 fps |
| GFXBench Aztec Ruins |
3,124 frames, 48.6 fps |
Camera System
The iPhone 15 features a dual-camera system: a 48MP main camera (f/1.6, 26mm, optical image stabilization) with 4-pixel technology and a 12MP ultra-wide camera (f/2.4, 13mm, 120° FOV). The primary camera is able to produce 24MP and 48MP images and has an in-sensor zoom of 2x (52mm). The 12MP front camera (f/1.9) is equipped with an autofocus module and Face ID. Video capturing can go up to 4K at 60 fps with Cinematic mode, Action mode, and HDR. The Night mode, Portrait mode with auto-depth capture, and Smart HDR features.
- Rear Main: 48MP, f/1.6, 26mm, OIS, 24MP/48MP output
- Rear Ultra-Wide: 12MP, f/2.4, 13mm, 120° FOV
- 2x Telephoto (52mm, in-sensor zoom)
- Front: 12MP TrueDepth, f/1.9, autofocus
- Video: 4K 60 fps, 1080p 240 fps slo-mo, Cinematic/Action modes
- Modes: Night mode, Portrait, Photographic Styles, Smart HDR
| Camera |
Specifications |
| Rear Main |
48MP, f/1.6, 26mm, OIS, 24MP/48MP output |
| Rear Ultra-Wide |
12MP, f/2.4, 13mm, 120° FOV |
| Rear Zoom |
2x (52mm, in-sensor, f/1.6) |
| Front |
12MP, f/1.9, autofocus, Face ID |
| Video |
4K 60 fps, 1080p 240 fps slo-mo |
| Features |
Night mode, Portrait, Smart HDR, Cinematic mode |
Durability and Sustainability
The iPhone 15 has been designed to bring you unmatched toughness and durability with the IP68 rating, the Cerami Shield front (6 meters for 30 minutes) and it is even claimed to be 10x stronger by Apple. The aluminum framework parts and the ink-splattered glass back seem that they might be quite durable amid minor falling situations. The building of the iPhone 15 has been influenced by reused materials such as 75% recycled aluminum, 100% recycled cobalt battery as well as recycled gold, copper, and rare earth elements for other components through which Apple is trying their best best to promote the sustainability aspect of the iPhone 15.
- IP68 water/dust resistance
- Ceramic Shield front, toughest smartphone glass
- Matte glass back, aluminum frame
- 75% recycled aluminum in enclosure
- 100% recycled cobalt, gold, copper, rare earth elements
- 100% fiber-based packaging
- Renewable energy in manufacturing
The iPhone 15 release date is September 12, 2023, with pre-orders open from September 15 and the device released on September 22, 2023. The phone can be purchased directly from Apple, through carriers (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile), as well as from such retailers as Amazon. Apple's Trade In program allows users to receive rewards for exchanging their old devices. The refurbished versions are available at affordable prices in some regions of the globe.
