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iPhone 15 Plus vs iPhone Duo

Quick answer

The iPhone Duo is 43.1 millimetres1.70 inches shorter and 53 grams1.87 ounces heavier than the iPhone 15 Plus.

The iPhone Duo is 86.8 millimetres3.42 inches wider and 43.1 millimetres1.70 inches shorter than the iPhone 15 Plus.

The iPhone Duo on Amazon (paid link) is all new and today, bringing a foldable design that changes how it fits in your hand and pocket compared to the older, thinner iPhone 15 Plus (paid link). While the 15 Plus is more affordable and easier to slip away, the Duo lasts all day longer without needing a charger. If you want the latest tech and endurance, the new price is justified, otherwise keep your 15 Plus.

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Easier one-handediPhone 15 Plus

PocketiPhone 15 Plus

Weight differenceNoticeable

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HeightWidthDepthWeight15 Plus160.9 millimetres6.33 inches77.8 millimetres3.06 inches7.80 millimetres0.31 inches201 grams7.09 ouncesDuo117.8 millimetres, 43.1 millimetres less4.64 inches, 1.70 inches less84.1 millimetres, 6.3 millimetres more3.31 inches, 0.25 inches more11.30 millimetres, 3.50 millimetres more0.44 inches, 0.14 inches more254 grams, 53 grams more8.96 ounces, 1.87 ounces more

Height: 15 Plus 160.9 millimetres, Duo 117.8 millimetres.Height: 15 Plus 6.33 inches, Duo 4.64 inches.Width: 15 Plus 77.8 millimetres, Duo 84.1 millimetres.Width: 15 Plus 3.06 inches, Duo 3.31 inches.Depth: 15 Plus 7.80 millimetres, Duo 11.30 millimetres.Depth: 15 Plus 0.31 inches, Duo 0.44 inches.Weight: 15 Plus 201 grams, Duo 254 grams.Weight: 15 Plus 7.09 ounces, Duo 8.96 ounces.

HeightWidthDepthWeight15 Plus160.9 millimetres6.33 inches77.8 millimetres3.06 inches7.80 millimetres0.31 inches201 grams7.09 ouncesDuo117.8 millimetres, 43.1 millimetres less4.64 inches, 1.70 inches less164.6 millimetres, 86.8 millimetres more6.48 inches, 3.42 inches more5.20 millimetres, 2.60 millimetres less0.20 inches, 0.10 inches less254 grams, 53 grams more8.96 ounces, 1.87 ounces more

Height: 15 Plus 160.9 millimetres, Duo 117.8 millimetres.Height: 15 Plus 6.33 inches, Duo 4.64 inches.Width: 15 Plus 77.8 millimetres, Duo 164.6 millimetres.Width: 15 Plus 3.06 inches, Duo 6.48 inches.Depth: 15 Plus 7.80 millimetres, Duo 5.20 millimetres.Depth: 15 Plus 0.31 inches, Duo 0.20 inches.Weight: 15 Plus 201 grams, Duo 254 grams.Weight: 15 Plus 7.09 ounces, Duo 8.96 ounces.

Specifications

Specifications for iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone Duo. Differences are given against iPhone 15 Plus.
Specification15 PlusDuo
Height160.9 millimetres6.33 inches160.9 millimetres6.33 inches117.8 millimetres, 43.1 millimetres less4.64 inches, 1.70 inches less117.8 millimetres, 43.1 millimetres less4.64 inches, 1.70 inches less
Height, open—117.8 millimetres4.64 inches
Height, closed—117.8 millimetres4.64 inches
Width77.8 millimetres3.06 inches77.8 millimetres3.06 inches84.1 millimetres, 6.3 millimetres more3.31 inches, 0.25 inches more164.6 millimetres, 86.8 millimetres more6.48 inches, 3.42 inches more
Width, open—164.6 millimetres6.48 inches
Width, closed—84.1 millimetres3.31 inches
Depth7.80 millimetres0.31 inches7.80 millimetres0.31 inches11.30 millimetres, 3.50 millimetres more0.44 inches, 0.14 inches more5.20 millimetres, 2.60 millimetres less0.20 inches, 0.10 inches less
Depth, open—5.20 millimetres0.20 inches
Depth, closed—11.30 millimetres0.44 inches
Weight201 grams7.09 ounces201 grams7.09 ounces254 grams, 53 grams more8.96 ounces, 1.87 ounces more254 grams, 53 grams more8.96 ounces, 1.87 ounces more
Volume97.6 cubic centimetres5.96 cubic inches97.6 cubic centimetres5.96 cubic inches111.9 cubic centimetres, 14.3 cubic centimetres more6.83 cubic inches, 0.87 cubic inches more100.8 cubic centimetres, 3.2 cubic centimetres more6.15 cubic inches, 0.19 cubic inches more
Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure.88 percent88 percent89 percent, 1 percent more90 percent, 2 percent more
Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches.6.7 inches6.7 inches5.4 inches, 1.3 inches less7.6 inches, 0.9 inches more
Resolution1290 × 27961290 × 27961398 × 20341878 × 2670
Pixel density460 pixels per inch460 pixels per inch460 pixels per inch, the same430 pixels per inch, 30 pixels per inch less
CutoutDynamic IslandDynamic IslandDynamic IslandNone
Rear main48MP48MP48MP Fusion f/1.648MP Fusion f/1.6
Rear ultra-wide——48MP Ultra Wide f/2.248MP Ultra Wide f/2.2
Rear telephoto————
Front camera12MP12MP12MP Center Stage f/2.2 (outer), under-display FaceTime f/1.8 (inner)12MP Center Stage f/2.2 (outer), under-display FaceTime f/1.8 (inner)
ChipA16 BionicA16 BionicA20 ProA20 Pro
Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity.26 hrs26 hrs44 hrs31 hrs
PortUSB-CUSB-CUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth5G · Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Apple C2 modem5G · Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Apple C2 modem
Water resistanceIP68 (6m for 30 min)IP68 (6m for 30 min)IP68 (6m for 30 min)IP68 (6m for 30 min)
Storage128 – 512 GB128 – 512 GB256 GB – 2 TB256 GB – 2 TB
Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars.899 dollars899 dollars1,999 dollars, 1100 dollars more1,999 dollars, 1100 dollars more
ReleasedSep 2023Sep 2023Oct 2026Oct 2026
StatusDiscontinuedDiscontinuedCurrentCurrent

Dimensions

The iPhone Duo (closed) is 43.1 mm (1.70 in) shorter, 6.3 mm (0.25 in) wider, 3.50 mm (0.14 in) thicker and 53 g (1.87 oz) heavier than the iPhone 15 Plus. The iPhone 15 Plus measures 160.9 × 77.8 × 7.80 mm (6.33 × 3.06 × 0.31 in) and weighs 201 g (7.09 oz). The iPhone Duo (closed) measures 117.8 × 84.1 × 11.30 mm (4.64 × 3.31 × 0.44 in) and weighs 254 g (8.96 oz). The iPhone Duo (open) measures 117.8 × 164.6 × 5.20 mm (4.64 × 6.48 × 0.20 in) and weighs 254 g (8.96 oz).

Also compared with iPhone 15 Plus

Questions about these phones

How much shorter and wider is the iPhone Duo compared to the iPhone 15 Plus?

The iPhone Duo is 43.1 mm shorter and 6.3 mm wider than the iPhone 15 Plus when closed. It is also 3.5 mm thicker.

Is the iPhone Duo heavier than the iPhone 15 Plus?

Yes, the iPhone Duo weighs 53 grams more than the iPhone 15 Plus. This weight difference is noticeable in hand.

Which phone has the larger screen?

The iPhone 15 Plus has a 6.7 inch display, while the iPhone Duo has a 5.4 inch screen. The iPhone 15 Plus screen is about 1.3 inches larger.

Which phone is easier to use with one hand?

The iPhone 15 Plus is easier to use one-handed due to its taller form factor. The iPhone Duo is considered better for small hands despite being wider.

Do these phones fit in jeans pockets?

The iPhone 15 Plus fits in a typical men's jeans pocket but not a women's. The iPhone Duo does not fit in either median jeans pocket.

Is upgrading from the iPhone 15 Plus to the iPhone Duo worth it for size alone?

No, upgrading for size alone is not considered worth it given the differences. The iPhone 15 Plus remains more pocketable and lighter.