Too close to call
Both score within 2 points on overall. Your priorities decide this one.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Apple iPhone 16 Pro are closely matched overall. Apple iPhone 15 Pro leads in battery. Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads in performance and camera.
Scoring profile: balanced
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
Best for users who prioritize battery.
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera.
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Spec table
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Meaningful differences
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Layout
Full side-by-side mode
Display Size
Key differenceResolution
Key differencePixel Density
Key differenceRefresh Rate
Peak Brightness
Panel Type
HDR Support
Display Protection
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro | Apple iPhone 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Phone B leads | 6.1" | 6.3"Better |
Resolution Phone B leads | 1179 x 2556 | 1206 x 2622Better |
Refresh Rate Close match | 120Hz | 120Hz |
Peak Brightness Close match | 2000 nits | 2000 nits |
Pixel Density Phone A leads | 461 ppiBetter | 458 ppi |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
HDR Support Needs more data | Not available | Yes |
Display Protection Needs more data | Ceramic Shield glass | Ceramic Shield glass (2024 gen), Mohs level 4 |
CPU Clock
Key differenceCPU Cluster Speeds
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceRAM
RAM Type
CPU Cores
Benchmark Score
AnTuTu Score
Geekbench (Single)
Geekbench (Multi)
Storage
Storage Type
GPU
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro | Apple iPhone 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|
RAM Close match | 8GB | 8GB |
RAM Type Needs more data | Not available | LPDDR5X |
CPU Clock Phone B leads | 3.78GHz | 4.05GHzBetter |
CPU Cores Needs more data | Not available | 6 |
CPU Cluster Speeds Phone B leads | 2x3.78GHz + 4x2.11GHz | 2x4.05GHz + 4x2.42GHzBetter |
Benchmark Score Needs more data | Not available | 1871052 |
AnTuTu Score Needs more data | Not available | 1871052 |
Geekbench (Single) Needs more data | Not available | 3500 |
Geekbench (Multi) Needs more data | Not available | 8283 |
Storage Close match | 1024GB | 1024GB |
Storage Type Close match | NVMe | NVMe |
Chipset Phone B leads | Apple A17 Pro (3 nm) | Apple A18 Pro (3 nm)Better |
GPU Close match | Apple GPU (6-core graphics) | Apple GPU (6-core graphics) |
Optical Zoom
Key differenceRear Camera
Rear Camera (All Lenses)
Rear Sensor Size
Rear Aperture
Digital Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Max Video Resolution
Front Camera
Front Sensor
Front Aperture
Front Video Resolution
Camera Features
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro | Apple iPhone 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Close match | 48MP | 48MP |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Close match | 48MP + 12MP | 48MP + 12MP |
Rear Sensor Size Close match | 1/1.28 | 1/1.28 |
Rear Aperture Close match | f/1.8 | f/1.8 |
Optical Zoom Phone B leads | 3x | 5xBetter |
Digital Zoom Needs more data | Not available | 25x |
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@24/25/30/60/100/120fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), ProRes, 3D (spatial) video/audio, stereo sound rec. |
Front Camera Close match | 12MP | 12MP |
Front Sensor Needs more data | Not available | Sony IMX714 |
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 Pro are closely matched. Display Size: 6.3" vs 6.1" Resolution: 1206 x 2622 vs 1179 x 2556 The choice depends on your priorities.
Best for users who need long battery life. iPhone 15 Pro provides extended usage with efficient power management.
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera. iPhone 16 Pro excels in processing power and multitasking.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Apple iPhone 15 Pro | Apple iPhone 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 124,443 | ≈ Rs 148,960 – Rs 301,000 |
| PTA | -- | -- |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Apple iPhone 16 Pro 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 Battery. Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads in Performance, Camera, Display.
The top differences are: Display Size (Apple iPhone 16 Pro advantage), Resolution (Apple iPhone 16 Pro advantage), Pixel Density (Apple iPhone 15 Pro advantage), CPU Clock (Apple iPhone 16 Pro advantage), CPU Cluster Speeds (Apple iPhone 16 Pro advantage).
Apple iPhone 16 Pro delivers better camera performance overall.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro offers better battery endurance for heavy use.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro: non-PTA approximately Rs 124,443; PTA not entered. Apple iPhone 16 Pro: non-PTA approximately Rs 148,960 – Rs 301,000; PTA not entered. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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