Original release date: September 22, 2023 | Storage capacity: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | Screen size: 6.1 inches | Characteristics: A17 Pro Chip, 120Hz Always-on ProMotion Display, USB-C Port (USB 3.0), Titanium Frame, 3x Telephoto Lens | Color options: Natural titanium, Blue, White, Black | Dimensions: 5.77 x 2.78 x 0.32 inches | Weight: 6.60 ounces
He iPhone 15 Pro It is the model we currently recommend for most people. Yes, its $999 starting price may be steep, but a smartphone is a long-term investment. If the question is “which iPhone is most likely to keep you happy for the next three to five years,” we think the iPhone 15 Pro's advantages over the standard iPhone 15 and 15 Plus are significant enough to be worth the extra $200.
For one, the textured titanium frame of the iPhone 15 Pro feel of higher quality than the aluminum of the basic iPhone 15. It's also a little heavier than the standard 15 at 6.60 ounces, but it's lightweight overall and its slightly curved edges are nice to hold. It runs on the faster A17 Pro chip, which won't make a huge difference in everyday tasks, but is more future-proof. There are already some graphically demanding games like death stranded and Resident of the bad town It only works on the Pro series. There's also a new Action button, which replaces the old mute switch and can be customized to quickly perform tasks like launching the camera or turning on the flashlight. And while every iPhone 15 has a USB-C charging port, the Pro models support faster data transfer speeds (with the right cable).
Both the iPhone 15 Pro and the standard 15 have 6.1-inch OLED displays that are equally sharp and bright. The Pro's display, however, has an adaptive refresh rate of up to 120Hz. This can make scrolling web pages, playing games, and streaming videos look noticeably smoother. Not everything will play at 120Hz, but it's hard to give up on the effect once you've seen it. The screen is also always on, allowing you to see notifications at a glance, without having to physically touch the device.
The other big improvement is the camera system. The iPhone 15 Pro has a trio of rear cameras: a 48-megapixel main camera, plus 12MP ultra-wide-angle and telephoto lenses. The latter is the problem, as the regular iPhone 15 completely lacks a dedicated telephoto lens. The Pro's main camera also has a larger sensor, is slightly better in low-light environments, and supports fashion portrait at night. You also get a macro mode for close-ups and other enthusiast features like the ability to shoot ProRAW. If none of this terminology means anything to you, the regular iPhone 15 and 15 Plus are still excellent point-and-shoot cameras. But the 15 Pro is better, especially if you take your photos with a little more intention.
