Apple
iPhone 15
A entry-level smartphone for everyday users and creators, leading with 6.1 in.
45/100
6.1 inA16 BionicIP68OLEDCeramic Shieldaluminium
£599best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Scores 45/100
- Built for the job
- No 5g
- Below-average main camera
Score profile
Scored against the smartphones classWhere the iPhone 15 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Screen size6.1 "
Panel typeOLED
Screen protectionCeramic Shield
Design and build
Weight170 g
IP ratingIP68
Frame materialaluminium
Back materialCeramic
Performance
ChipsetA16 Bionic
Camera
Main camera48 MP
Optical zoom2 x
Connectivity
USBUSB-C
Release
Announced2023
Who it's for
Is the iPhone 15 right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable smartphone for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need 5g, in which case a higher-tier smartphone is the better call.
Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
okay
Everyday user
Browsing, docs, calls and media.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable machine for the basics.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the iPhone 15 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 45/100 against other smartphones, a entry-level result where the class average is around 48.
What stands out on the iPhone 15?
Its overall 45/100 rating against the rest of the smartphones class.
How does it compare to the Apple iPhone 17 256GB?
The Apple iPhone 17 256GB scores 46/100 versus this one at 45/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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