Apple iPhone 15 vs Apple iPhone 17
The 15 5G is the cheaper one to own: around £525 over a typical contract, £260 less than the 17.
12 reviews 4.5
12 reviews
Apple iPhone 15
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Apple iPhone 17
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| Expert Rating | 4.2 12 reviews |
4.5 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.1" | 6.3" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 1179 x 2556 | 1206 x 2622 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 461 | 458 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 18 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) | Apple A19 Pro |
| Battery | 3,349 mAh | 3,692 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 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/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 6.0, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm | 149.6 x 71.5 x 7.95 mm |
| Weight | 171 grams | 177 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts |
£14.99/mo
£139.00 upfront |
£29.99/mo
£39.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £313.00 | £617.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 15 or Apple iPhone 17 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 15 is cheaper on contract at £524.76 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £139.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 15 or Apple iPhone 17?
The Apple iPhone 17 has the bigger screen at 6.3" compared to the Apple iPhone 15's 6.1", both screens are similarly sharp at around 461 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 15 uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Apple iPhone 17 has a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 15 or Apple iPhone 17?
The Apple iPhone 15 features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 17 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 15 or Apple iPhone 17?
The Apple iPhone 15 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £313.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 15 and Apple iPhone 17?
The Apple iPhone 15 is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 17 comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 15 and Apple iPhone 17 use?
The Apple iPhone 15 is powered by the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm), while the Apple iPhone 17 uses the Apple A19 Pro.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 15 or Apple iPhone 17?
The Apple iPhone 15 is the more portable of the two: it's 6g lighter at 171 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 15 or Apple iPhone 17?
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 15 and Apple iPhone 17 run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.