Too close to call
Both score within 2 points on overall. Your priorities decide this one.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Apple iPhone 16 are closely matched overall. Apple iPhone 15 Pro leads in camera and display. Apple iPhone 16 leads in performance and battery.
Scoring profile: balanced
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
Best for users who prioritize camera and display.
Apple iPhone 16
Best for users who prioritize performance and battery.
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Spec table
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Meaningful differences
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Layout
Full side-by-side mode
Refresh Rate
Key differenceDisplay Size
Resolution
Peak Brightness
Pixel Density
Panel Type
Display Protection
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro | Apple iPhone 16 |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Close match | 6.1" | 6.1" |
Resolution Close match | 1179 x 2556 | 1179 x 2556 |
Refresh Rate Phone A leads | 120HzBetter | 60Hz |
Peak Brightness Close match | 2000 nits | 2000 nits |
Pixel Density Close match | 461 ppi | 461 ppi |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
Display Protection Needs more data | Ceramic Shield glass | Ceramic Shield glass (2024 gen) |
CPU Clock
Key differenceCPU Cluster Speeds
Key differenceStorage
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceRAM
Benchmark Score
AnTuTu Score
Geekbench (Multi)
Storage Type
GPU
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro | Apple iPhone 16 |
|---|---|---|
RAM Close match | 8GB | 8GB |
CPU Clock Phone B leads | 3.78GHz | 4.04GHzBetter |
CPU Cluster Speeds Phone B leads | 2x3.78GHz + 4x2.11GHz | 2x4.04GHz + 4x2.20GHzBetter |
Benchmark Score Needs more data | Not available | 1721149 |
AnTuTu Score Needs more data | Not available | 1721149 |
Geekbench (Multi) Needs more data | Not available | 7929 |
Storage Phone A leads | 1024GBBetter | 512GB |
Storage Type Close match | NVMe | NVMe |
Chipset Phone B leads | Apple A17 Pro (3 nm) | Apple A18 (3 nm)Better |
GPU Needs more data | Apple GPU (6-core graphics) | Apple GPU (5-core graphics) |
Rear Sensor Size
Key differenceRear Aperture
Key differenceRear Camera
Rear Camera (All Lenses)
Optical Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Max Video Resolution
Front Camera
Front Aperture
Front Video Resolution
Camera Features
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro | Apple iPhone 16 |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Close match | 48MP | 48MP |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Close match | 48MP + 12MP | 48MP + 12MP |
Rear Sensor Size Phone A leads | 1/1.28Better | 1/1.56 |
Rear Aperture Phone B leads | f/1.8 | f/1.6Better |
Optical Zoom Needs more data | 3x | Not available |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Close match | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), ProRes, 3D (spatial) video, stereo sound rec. | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), stereo sound rec. |
Front Camera Close match | 12MP | 12MP |
Front Aperture Close match | f/1.9 | f/1.9 |
Front Video Resolution Close match | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
Camera Features Close match | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) |
Generating honest comparison...
iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 16 are closely matched. Refresh Rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz CPU Clock: 4.04GHz vs 3.78GHz The choice depends on your priorities.
Best for photographers and content creators. iPhone 15 Pro offers superior camera capabilities with strong display.
Best for users who prioritize performance and battery. iPhone 16 excels in processing power and multitasking.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Apple iPhone 15 Pro | Apple iPhone 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 124,443 | ≈ Rs 135,083 |
| PTA | -- | -- |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Apple iPhone 16 can be tough. This comparison breaks down performance, camera, battery, and listed pricing so you can decide faster.
We focus on practical differences that impact daily use, not just spec sheet noise.
Both phones excel in different areas. Choose based on your priority.
Both phones have strengths. Apple iPhone 15 Pro leads in Camera, Display, Build. Apple iPhone 16 leads in Performance, Battery.
The top differences are: Refresh Rate (Apple iPhone 15 Pro advantage), CPU Clock (Apple iPhone 16 advantage), CPU Cluster Speeds (Apple iPhone 16 advantage), Storage (Apple iPhone 15 Pro advantage), Chipset (Apple iPhone 16 advantage).
Apple iPhone 15 Pro has the stronger camera setup for photos and video.
Apple iPhone 16 tends to last longer on a charge.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro: non-PTA approximately Rs 124,443; PTA not entered. Apple iPhone 16: non-PTA approximately Rs 135,083; PTA not entered. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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