Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs Apple iPhone 15
Our Verdict: There's two years between the iPhone 13 Pro and the iPhone 15, so the iPhone 15 is ahead on most things. The 15 5G leads on camera hardware with a 48MP main sensor to the 13 Pro's 12MP, and the 13 Pro offers up to 1TB of storage versus 512GB on the 15 5G. The 15 5G is the lighter phone at 171g against 204g. Coming from the 13 Pro, the 15 5G is a genuine upgrade rather than a token one.
If you'd rather pay up front, the 13 Pro is the cheaper buy at £270 SIM-free.
11 reviews 4.2
12 reviews
Prices updated 19 July 2026
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
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Apple iPhone 15
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| Expert Rating | 4.4 11 reviews |
4.2 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.1" | 6.1" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 2532 x 1170 | 1179 x 2556 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 457 | 461 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic | Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) |
| Battery | 3,095 mAh | 3,349 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Apple iOS |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e- SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm | 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 204 grams | 171 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts | - |
£20.50/mo
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| SIM-free | £269.99 | £334.99 |
| Prices updated 19 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or Apple iPhone 15?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.1", both screens are similarly sharp at around 457 pixels per inch, and both use Super Retina XDR OLED panels.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or Apple iPhone 15?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 15 has a 48 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or Apple iPhone 15?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £269.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and Apple iPhone 15?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Apple iPhone 15 comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and Apple iPhone 15 use?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Apple iPhone 15 uses the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or Apple iPhone 15?
The Apple iPhone 15 is the more portable of the two: it's 33g lighter at 171 grams, both are similar in overall footprint.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or Apple iPhone 15?
Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and Apple iPhone 15 run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.