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Apple
iPhone 15 Plus
- 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED
- Apple A16 Bionic · 6-core CPU
- 201 g
- From $899
Available colors
Selected: Pink
Physical specifications
6.7"
Display size
201 g
Weight
160.9 mm
Height
77.8 mm
Width
7.8 mm
Thickness
—
Aspect ratio
Everyday usability
Estimated from device dimensions and weight.
One-handed use
AverageOne-handed use is possible, though two hands will often feel easier.
Pocket friendliness
GoodGenerally pocket-friendly for everyday carry.
Carry comfort
BalancedWeight sits in a balanced range for everyday holding and carrying.
Reading and media
More comfortable for reading and media than compact phones.
Gaming
SuitableIts hardware should handle most modern games, though demanding titles may benefit from adjusted settings.
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Open size comparisonDisplay
- Display size
- 6.7"
- Display technology
- Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution
- 2796 × 1290
- Refresh rate
- 60 Hz
- Peak brightness
- 2000 nits
- Protection
- Ceramic Shield
Performance
- Chipset
- Apple A16 Bionic
- CPU
- 6-core CPU
- GPU
- 5-core GPU
- RAM
- 6 GB
- Storage
- 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB
- Expandable storage
- No
Battery & charging
- Wired charging
- 20 W
- Wireless charging
- 15 W
- Charging standard
- MagSafe, Qi
- Battery type
- Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion
Cameras
- Rear cameras
- Main · 48 MP · ƒ/1.6 · 26 mm · Sensor-shift OIS; Ultra Wide · 12 MP · ƒ/2.4 · 13 mm
- Front cameras
- TrueDepth · 12 MP · ƒ/1.9
- Video recording
- 4K Dolby Vision up to 60 fps, Action mode up to 2.8K at 60 fps
Build & durability
- Frame
- Aluminum
- Back
- Color-infused glass
- Front
- Ceramic Shield
- Ingress protection
- IP68
Connectivity
- Cellular
- 5G (sub-6 GHz), Gigabit LTE
- Wi‑Fi
- Wi‑Fi 6 (802.11ax)
- Bluetooth
- Bluetooth 5.3
- USB
- USB-C (USB 2)
- NFC
- Yes
- eSIM
- Yes
- Satellite
- Emergency SOS via satellite
Release and pricing
- Announced
- September 12, 2023
- Released
- September 22, 2023
- Starting price
- $899
- Market
- US
- Configuration
- 128 GB
Buying guide FAQ
Practical upgrade and buying answers based on published specifications and previous-generation comparisons when available.
What’s new in Apple iPhone 15 Plus (2023) compared with Apple iPhone 14 Plus (2022)?
Published changes versus Apple iPhone 14 Plus (2022) include a peak brightness change from 1200 nits to 2000 nits, a main camera resolution change from 12 MP to 48 MP and a chipset change from Apple A15 Bionic to Apple A16 Bionic. These are specification differences, not measured real-world scores.
Is it worth upgrading from Apple iPhone 14 Plus (2022) to Apple iPhone 15 Plus (2023)?
An upgrade is easiest to justify if you care about a peak brightness change from 1200 nits to 2000 nits, a main camera resolution change from 12 MP to 48 MP and a chipset change from Apple A15 Bionic to Apple A16 Bionic. If those areas already meet your needs on Apple iPhone 14 Plus (2022), the move is optional rather than urgent.
How much better is the camera on Apple iPhone 15 Plus (2023)?
Compared with Apple iPhone 14 Plus (2022), the published camera changes are a main camera resolution change from 12 MP to 48 MP. That describes hardware differences only, not independent photo quality tests.
Is the display improved on Apple iPhone 15 Plus (2023)?
Versus Apple iPhone 14 Plus (2022), the display changes are a peak brightness change from 1200 nits to 2000 nits. Higher refresh or brightness usually helps scrolling smoothness and outdoor visibility more than a small size change alone.
Has performance improved on Apple iPhone 15 Plus (2023)?
Published performance changes versus Apple iPhone 14 Plus (2022) are a chipset change from Apple A15 Bionic to Apple A16 Bionic. That points to more compute headroom on paper; sustained speed still depends on thermals and software.
How much more expensive is Apple iPhone 15 Plus (2023) than Apple iPhone 14 Plus (2022)?
Launch pricing lists Apple iPhone 15 Plus (2023) at the same $899 starting point as Apple iPhone 14 Plus (2022). Storage or configuration differences can still change what you actually pay.
Who should buy Apple iPhone 15 Plus (2023)?
Apple iPhone 15 Plus (2023) fits buyers who want a larger phone for media and reach, people moving up from Apple iPhone 14 Plus (2022) and shoppers who do not need the higher-tier Pro extras. This is an editorial reading of size and published differences, not a personalized recommendation.
Who should keep Apple iPhone 14 Plus (2022)?
Keep Apple iPhone 14 Plus (2022) if you do not need the listed generation changes. Moving to Apple iPhone 15 Plus (2023) makes more sense when the listed upgrades match what you actually use.
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Models and configurations
- Storage
- 128 GB256 GB512 GB
- Connectivity
- 5G (sub-6 GHz)Gigabit LTE
- Colors
- PinkYellowGreenBlueBlack
- RAM
- 6 GB
- SIM configuration
- eSIM
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