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iPhone 16 Plus vs iPhone 15

Quick answer

The iPhone 15 is 6.2 millimetres0.24 inches narrower and 28 grams0.99 ounces lighter than the iPhone 16 Plus.

The iPhone 15 on Amazon (paid link) is vastly easier to manage in one hand and slips into pockets with room to spare. Meanwhile, the iPhone 16 Plus (paid link) delivers significantly better battery endurance and a much larger screen for media. If you prioritize pocketability, go with the iPhone 15 renewed; if you want all-day stamina and extra viewing space, the iPhone 16 Plus is the better pick.

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Easier one-handediPhone 15

PocketiPhone 15

Weight differenceNoticeable

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HeightWidthDepthWeight16 Plus160.9 millimetres6.33 inches77.8 millimetres3.06 inches7.80 millimetres0.31 inches199 grams7.02 ounces15147.6 millimetres, 13.3 millimetres less5.81 inches, 0.52 inches less71.6 millimetres, 6.2 millimetres less2.82 inches, 0.24 inches less7.80 millimetres, the same0.31 inches, the same171 grams, 28 grams less6.03 ounces, 0.99 ounces less

Height: 16 Plus 160.9 millimetres, 15 147.6 millimetres.Height: 16 Plus 6.33 inches, 15 5.81 inches.Width: 16 Plus 77.8 millimetres, 15 71.6 millimetres.Width: 16 Plus 3.06 inches, 15 2.82 inches.Depth: 16 Plus 7.80 millimetres, 15 7.80 millimetres.Depth: 16 Plus 0.31 inches, 15 0.31 inches.Weight: 16 Plus 199 grams, 15 171 grams.Weight: 16 Plus 7.02 ounces, 15 6.03 ounces.

Specifications

Specifications for iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 15. Differences are given against iPhone 16 Plus.
Specification16 Plus15
Height160.9 millimetres6.33 inches147.6 millimetres, 13.3 millimetres less5.81 inches, 0.52 inches less
Width77.8 millimetres3.06 inches71.6 millimetres, 6.2 millimetres less2.82 inches, 0.24 inches less
Depth7.80 millimetres0.31 inches7.80 millimetres, the same0.31 inches, the same
Weight199 grams7.02 ounces171 grams, 28 grams less6.03 ounces, 0.99 ounces less
Volume97.6 cubic centimetres5.96 cubic inches82.4 cubic centimetres, 15.2 cubic centimetres less5.03 cubic inches, 0.93 cubic inches less
Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure.88 percent87 percent, 1 percent less
Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches.6.7 inches6.1 inches, 0.6 inches less
Resolution1290 × 27961179 × 2556
Pixel density460 pixels per inch460 pixels per inch, the same
CutoutDynamic IslandDynamic Island
Rear main48MP48MP
Rear ultra-wide——
Rear telephoto——
Front camera12MP12MP
ChipA18A16 Bionic
Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity.27 hrs20 hrs
PortUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth
Water resistanceIP68 (6m for 30 min)IP68 (6m for 30 min)
Storage128 – 512 GB128 – 512 GB
Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars.899 dollars799 dollars, 100 dollars less
ReleasedSep 2024Sep 2023
StatusCurrentDiscontinued

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Questions about these phones

How do the dimensions of the iPhone 16 Plus and iPhone 15 compare?

The iPhone 15 is 13.3 mm shorter, 6.2 mm narrower, and identical in depth compared to the iPhone 16 Plus.

Which phone is lighter between the iPhone 16 Plus and iPhone 15?

The iPhone 15 weighs 171 g, making it 28 g lighter than the iPhone 16 Plus, which weighs 199 g.

Does the iPhone 16 Plus or iPhone 15 have a larger screen size?

The iPhone 16 Plus features a 6.7-inch display, while the iPhone 15 has a smaller 6.1-inch screen.

Which of these devices is better for one-handed use and small hands?

The iPhone 15 offers easier one-handed handling and is better suited for small hands than the iPhone 16 Plus.

Do the iPhone 16 Plus and iPhone 15 both fit in a pocket?

Both models fit comfortably in a typical men's jeans pocket, though neither is designed to fit standard women's jeans pockets.

Is upgrading from the iPhone 15 to the iPhone 16 Plus worth it for the size alone?

Upgrading from the iPhone 15 to the iPhone 16 Plus for size depends on whether you prefer compact handling or a larger screen with maximum endurance.