As Apple continues to transform and modify its legendary iPhone series, the newly released iPhone 16 leaves people behind with a multitude of differences compared to its predecessor, the iPhone 15. In this article, we will do a comparative analysis of both iPhone 15 and iPhone 16.
Both iPhone 16 and iPhone 15 share a signature premium design typical of Apple. The two phones do differ by almost negligible size:
iPhone 15 Dimensions: 71.6 mm × 147.6 mm x 7.8 mm , 171 g.
iPhone 16 Dimensions: 71.6 mm x 147.6 mm x 7.8 mm, 170 g.
The variations are subtle but the color range for iPhone 16 is slightly new. The iPhone 16 is available in colours black, white, pink, teal, and ultramarine. The iPhone 15, on the other hand, is available in Black, Blue, Green, Yellow, and Pink.
iPhone 15 and iPhone 16 come with a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED screen, but Apple has upgraded some specifications for the iPhone 16, such as a 20:9 aspect ratio in comparison to the 19.5:9 that is on the iPhone 15 as well as a tiny pixel density boost, therefore offering 461 PPI on the iPhone 16 versus 460 PPI on the iPhone 15.
These phones have HDR support with Dolby Vision, a peak brightness of 1,600 nits for HDR content and 2,000 nits for outdoor use.
However, the iPhone 16 also comes with a 1-nit minimum brightness, which makes it even more suitable for low-light reading or nighttime use.
iPhone 15 will feature the A16 Bionic chip through a 3.46 GHz Hexa-core CPU. While the iPhone 16 would carry an A18 Bionic chip, the same Hexa-core configuration but with better performance and efficiency versions of the cores to power more efficiently and faster, mainly for AI and ML applications.
RAM: The iPhone 16 can possess 8 GB RAM. This is a jump from that of the iPhone 15, which has 6 GB of RAM. It would deliver more efficient multitasking and greater general smooth performance.
Both have a 48 MP main camera and a 12 MP ultra-wide lens but some advanced features makes the iPhone 16 more worth it
iPhone 15: 48 MP main (f/1.6), 12 MP ultra-wide (f/2.4), 4x optical zoom, Smart HDR 5, night mode, photographic Styles.
iPhone 16: 48 MP wide-angle with new sensor-shift OIS, added stabilization means, 12 MP ultra-wide (f/2.2), and add-on features such as macro photography, 10x digital zoom, and next-generation portraits with focus and depth Control.
Both of the phones are fully compatible with 4K video recording at 60 fps and with 1080p video at 60 fps. However, the iPhone 16 enhances portraits and low-light photography using the boosted photonic engine and deep fusion.
Battery performance is one of the most important factors many decide on when considering both devices. Both handsets include a Li-ion non-removable battery, though there are slight advantages of the iPhone 16.
iPhone 15: 3,349 mAh in battery capacity, with support for 15W MagSafe wireless charging.
iPhone 16: optimized battery system and better capability at 25W wireless charging.
Even though the two devices boast a comparable battery life in terms of up to 80 hours of music playback. The iPhone 16 would perform better in daily usage due to the more efficient A18 chip and advanced management by the OS.
The iPhone 15 is supplied with iOS 17 but the iPhone 16 comes with iOS 18. A new system also brings improvements in several aspects, such as Apple Intelligence (AI Mobile), action buttons, and even further improvements in security features. In that regard, this brings smarter widgets as well as sharper integration with the Apple ecosystem, which, therefore, makes the iPhone 16 a more forward-looking one.
Both iPhones support 5G, but the iPhone 16 has further developments in this field:
iPhone 15: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.3 and USB-C 2.0.
iPhone 16: Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) support, Bluetooth 5.3, and USB-C 2.0 with USB on-the-go.
Furthermore, the iPhone 16 has better satellite connectivity. This may assist with roadside assistance apart from crash detection in emergencies.
The iPhone 15 starts with a base price wherein the internal storage capacity is 128 GB, and the price starts at ₹ 69,900. In contrast, the iPhone 16 already comes with 128 GB of memory, but the base price starts at ₹ 79,900, which constitutes the new features and improvements.
The new iPhone 16 series will be more diversified, as it will be available in iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Plus, and iPhone 16 Pro Max models, with bigger screens, and high power specs.
Now, the iPhone 15 is much more radiant in its make but it is the actual iPhone 16 that brings with it even more improved power be it in terms of performance, camera technology, battery life, and other futuristic features such as iOS 18 and Wi-Fi 7. Its advanced A18 Bionic chip, better camera capabilities, and enhanced battery management make it a very powerful and efficient option. The iPhone 16 is worth the extra money for all those who are going to have and enjoy top-notch performance and longevity.