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Apple iPhone 15 (128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£560RAM capacity:6 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.1 inchesMain camera megapixels:48 MP & 12 MP

Apple iPhone 15 (128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Apple iPhone 15 (128GB)
7.4/10

Overall score

Score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 72% of models
Score components

90%

7.2

Technical score

10%

9.4

User score

â–²Better than 72% of smartphones
7.5

Value for money

Value for money
7.5/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 58% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

7.6

Price

â–²Better than 58%
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 68% of models
Score components

25%

7.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.9

Camera

15%

6.8

Display

15%

5.3

Battery

10%

9.0

Software

10%

8.3

Connectivity

4%

4.4

Audio

3%

8.1

Design

â–²Better than 68%
9.4

User score

User score
9.4/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 99%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Apple iPhone 15 (128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 68% of models
Score components:

25%

7.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.9

Camera

15%

6.8

Display

15%

5.3

Battery

10%

9.0

Software

10%

8.3

Connectivity

4%

4.4

Audio

3%

8.1

Design

7.2
User score
User score
9.4/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.4
Popularity
Popularity
10/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 94% of models
Popularity:
Apple iPhone 15 (128GB) has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 94.1% of smartphones.
10
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 58% of models
Score components:

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

7.6

Price

7.5
Brand name
Apple
Processor model
Apple A16 Bionic
This smartphone uses the Apple A16 Bionic processor which is faster than processors in 83.8% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
6 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 6 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 71.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 10.8% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3.46 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.46 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 93.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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Operating system
iOS
This smartphone uses the iOS operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
iOS 16
Android version
N/A
Direct OS updates
yes
This smartphone receives direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
no
This smartphone does not use an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
48 MP & 12 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 48 MP & 12 MP which is lower than that of 78% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.6 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.6 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 91.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
48 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 48 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 64.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
2 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.1 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.1 inches which is smaller than the screens of 92.1% of smartphones and equal to those of 2% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1170x 2532 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1170x2532 px which is higher than that of 72.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Pixel density
460 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 460 ppi which is higher than that of 88.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
3,349 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 3,349 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 95.4% of smartphones.
Charging speed
27 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 27 W which is slower than in 65.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 0.9% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
147.6 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 147.6 mm which is shorter than 96.7% of smartphones.
Width
71.6 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 71.6 mm which is narrower than 94.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.8 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.8 mm which is thinner than 77.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.2% of smartphones.
Weight
171 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 171 g which is lighter than 92.8% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.5% of smartphones.
Device volume
73,059 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 73,059 cm³ which is smaller than 97% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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Apple iPhone 15 (128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 44.2% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.46 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 3.03x higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (2000 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    2,000 nits vs 660 nits
  • 2.78x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (2,623 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    2,623 vs 942
  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • Has 3D facial recognition
    This smartphone features 3D facial recognition, the average smartphone does not. 4.3% of smartphones support 3D face unlock.
  • 16x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (16384 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    16,384 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 18% higher user score
    User score
    9.4/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Apple iPhone 15 (128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (9.44 vs 8.000).
    9.44 vs 8
  • 83.9% more popular
    Apple iPhone 15 (128GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (10 vs 5.4).
    10 vs 5.44
  • 44.2% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.46 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 2.78x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (2,623 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    2,623 vs 942
  • 16x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (16384 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    16,384 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x3.46 GHz & 4x2.02 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x3.46 GHz & 4x2.02 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 47.2% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1398 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,398 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 5.86x more L3 cache
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (24000 KB vs 4096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4096 KB.
    24,000 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 2.33x faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (6400 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    6,400 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 2.53x higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (6,400 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    average score, varies slightly by test run
    6,400 vs 2,533
  • 2.36x higher PassMark benchmark
    This smartphone achieves a higher PassMark score than the average smartphone (10,363 vs 4,389). The average smartphone PassMark score is 4,389.
    10,363 vs 4,389
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Apple A16 Bionic vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Apple A16 Bionic vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 55.3% more transistors
    This smartphone has more transistors than the average smartphone (16000 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone includes 10300 million transistors.
    16,000 million vs 10,300 million
  • 2x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 2.34x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (2,868 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    2,868 vs 1,226
  • 2.5x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (640 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    640 vs 256
  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This smartphone supports AirPlay, the average smartphone does not. 2.3% of smartphones are AirPlay compatible.
  • Supports Shareplay
    This smartphone supports SharePlay, the average smartphone does not. 2.1% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Supports fast boot
    This smartphone supports fast boot, the average smartphone does not. 22.6% of smartphones include fast boot capabilities.
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 50% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (48 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    48 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/1.9 vs f/2.2
  • Supports Dolby Vision video recording
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision video recording, the average smartphone does not. 10.7% of smartphones support Dolby Vision.
  • 20.8% higher DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a higher DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (145 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    145 vs 120
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.6 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.6 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 22.60x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    2160x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2 binned
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Has 3D facial recognition
    This smartphone features 3D facial recognition, the average smartphone does not. 4.3% of smartphones support 3D face unlock.
  • Includes crash detection
    This smartphone features crash detection, the average smartphone does not. 5.7% of smartphones include automatic crash detection.
  • Supports satellite SOS
    This smartphone supports satellite SOS functionality, the average smartphone does not. 8.1% of smartphones offer satellite emergency services.
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • 3.03x higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (2000 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    2,000 nits vs 660 nits
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Ceramic Shield vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Ceramic Shield vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 16.5% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (460 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    460 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 1,000 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (2000 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    2,000 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1170x2532 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1170x2532 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (2000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    2,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • 6 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (6 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    6 m vs 0 m
  • 12.8% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (171 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    171 g vs 196.2 g
  • 4.4 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (71.6 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    71.6 mm vs 76 mm
  • 16 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (147.6 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    147.6 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 0.5 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.8 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 25.3% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (73059 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    73,059 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 33% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3349 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,349 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 0.57 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • 57.1% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (6 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 14 GB
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 2.15x more expensive
    Apple iPhone 15 (128GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£560 vs £260).
    £560 vs £260
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • 57.1% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (6 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 14 GB
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (6 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 8 GB
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    This smartphone supports fewer CPU threads than the average smartphone (6 vs 8). The average smartphone supports 8 threads.
    6 vs 8
  • Supports older OpenGL ES version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenGL ES version than the average smartphone (3 vs 3.2). The average smartphone supports OpenGL ES version 3.2.
    3.0 vs 3.2
  • Lacks multi-user mode
    User score
    9.4/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Apple iPhone 15
    the average smartphone
    Apple iPhone 15 (128GB) does not support multi-user mode, the average smartphone does. 96.4% of smartphones allow multiple user profiles.
  • No split-screen support
    This smartphone does not support split-screen, the average smartphone does. %^^ of smartphones allow split-screen multitasking.
  • No dynamic theme support
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • Runs closed-source/proprietary OS only
    This smartphone does not use an open-source OS, the average smartphone does. 94.6% of smartphones use open-source systems.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (48 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    48 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (12 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    12 MP vs 16 MP
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • No fingerprint scanner
    This smartphone does not have a fingerprint scanner, the average smartphone does. 96.4% of smartphones include a fingerprint scanner.
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 0.57 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 50% lower touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a lower touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (120 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average smartphone has a sampling rate of 240 Hz.
    120 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 33% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3349 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,349 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 62.5% slower wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (7.5 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    7.5 W vs 20 W
  • 18.2% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (27 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    27 W vs 33 W
  • Lower GSMArena battery life score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery life score than the average smartphone (13:20 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s). The average smartphone scores 13:30 hour/s.
    13:20 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • Poor brand origin
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    United States vs China
  • 1 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    September 2023
    2023 vs 2024

Video reviews

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businessinsider.com
31/05/2024
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iPhone 15 Review: the Top iPhone for Most People(www.zdnet.com) | September 04, 2024 | iPhone 15 review: Why I recommend this model even to 'Pro' user...
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techradar.com
19/03/2024
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iPhone 15 review: new to the Island
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tomsguide.com
06/03/2024
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iPhone 15 review: The best iPhone value
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macworld.com
29/02/2024
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iPhone 15 (2023) review: Straightforward excellence
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theguardian.com
09/11/2023
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Apple iPhone 15 review: a few more pro features each year
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gizmodo.com
04/10/2023
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Apple iPhone 15 Review: The iPhone That's Worth the Upgrade
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howtogeek.com
03/10/2023
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Apple iPhone 15 Review: Fitting In
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pcmag.com
30/09/2023
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Apple iPhone 15 Review
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cnet.com
19/09/2023
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Apple iPhone 15 and 15 Plus Review: A Big Leap From Older iPhones
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wired.com
19/09/2023
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Review: Apple iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus
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theverge.com
19/09/2023
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Apple iPhone 15 and 15 Plus review: mainstream crossovers
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lesnumeriques.com
03/10/2023
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cnetfrance.fr
22/09/2023
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leclaireur.fnac.com
02/12/2023
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mac4ever.com
01/10/2023
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iPhone 15 Review: A great update for the base models
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pixmania.com
29/03/2024
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frandroid.com
03/08/2025
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2 years with an iPhone 15: between love and frustration
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tomsguide.fr
26/09/2023
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iPhone 15 Review: Apple recycles the old to make the new—should you buy it?
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frandroid.com
27/01/2026
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smartphoneman.nl
03/12/2023
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Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Apple iPhone 15 (128GB)

  • Improved 48MP main camera that captures high-quality, detailed images and features a 2x optical-quality zoom
  • Transition to a universal USB-C charging port, allowing for better connectivity and cross-device compatibility
  • Inclusion of the Dynamic Island, which provides a modern interface for tracking background activities and notifications
  • Refined design featuring a new matte-frosted back glass and contoured edges for a more comfortable, premium hand feel
  • Significantly brighter display reaching up to 2,000 nits, making it much easier to read in direct sunlight
  • Reliable and fast performance powered by the A16 Bionic chip, ensuring smooth app usage and gaming

What we don't like about Apple iPhone 15 (128GB)

  • Outdated 60Hz screen refresh rate, which feels less smooth compared to the 120Hz displays found on competitors and Pro models
  • Lack of an 'Always-On' display mode and dedicated telephoto lens, features that remain exclusive to the more expensive Pro series
  • Charging and data transfer speeds are relatively slow compared to modern Android flagships and the iPhone 15 Pro
  • Mixed feedback on battery life, with some users reporting it is subpar for heavy daily usage or drains too quickly
  • Limited color palette described by some reviewers as being 'uninspiring' or 'washed out' desaturated shades
  • Missing support for advanced 'Apple Intelligence' features, which are reserved for newer or higher-end models

Verdict

The standard iPhone 15 model provides core Apple innovation, powered by the capable A16 Bionic chip and supported by 6GB of RAM with 128GB of internal storage. Key characteristics include a bright 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display with Dynamic Island, a robust aluminum design, and a versatile dual-camera system featuring a high-resolution 48MP main sensor for detailed photos and 4K video recording. Pros are its excellent software ecosystem with years of updates, strong everyday performance, and the switch to the universal USB-C charging port. Primary cons are the screen's limitation to a standard 60Hz refresh rate and the continued reliance on a Lightning-speed USB 2.0 data transfer speed.

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