Apple iPhone 15 vs Motorola Moto G35

Our verdict: Contract-wise, the Motorola Moto G35 undercuts the Apple iPhone 15 by £236.62 over the full term. It's a split on display: the Motorola Moto G35 has the bigger 6.7" panel, but the Apple iPhone 15 is denser at 461 PPI. On paper, the Motorola Moto G35 wins the camera battle with 50MP on the rear. Selfie fans take note: the Motorola Moto G35 has a 16MP front camera.

Screen
6.1" 6.72"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED IPS LCD
Resolution
1179 x 2556 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
461 392
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) Unisoc T760 (6 nm)
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB
OS
Apple iOS Android
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano 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
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm 166.3 x 76 x 7.8 mm
Weight
171 grams 188 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP - Water-repellent coating
Contracts
£20.99/mo (£9.00 upfront) £10.00/mo (£119.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£330.00 £129.00
Apple iPhone 15 Apple iPhone 15 Motorola Moto G35 Motorola Moto G35
Screen 6.1" 6.72"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED IPS LCD
Resolution 1179 x 2556 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 461 392
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) Unisoc T760 (6 nm)
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB
OS Apple iOS Android
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano 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
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm 166.3 x 76 x 7.8 mm
Weight 171 grams 188 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP - Water-repellent coating
Contracts £20.99/mo
£9.00 upfront
£10.00/mo
£119.00 upfront
SIM-free £330.00 £129.00
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 15 or Motorola Moto G35 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Moto G35 is cheaper on contract at £299.00 over the life of the deal from £10.00 per month with £119.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 15 or Motorola Moto G35?

The Motorola Moto G35 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 15's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 15 has the sharper display at 461 pixels per inch versus 392, and the Apple iPhone 15 uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Motorola Moto G35 has a IPS LCD.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 15 or Motorola Moto G35?

The Apple iPhone 15 features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Moto G35 has a 50 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 Motorola Moto G35?

The Motorola Moto G35 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £129.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 15 and Motorola Moto G35?

The Apple iPhone 15 is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Motorola Moto G35 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 15 and Motorola Moto G35 use?

The Apple iPhone 15 is powered by the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm), while the Motorola Moto G35 uses the Unisoc T760 (6 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 15 or Motorola Moto G35?

The Apple iPhone 15 is the more portable of the two — it's 17g 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 Motorola Moto G35?

The Apple iPhone 15 is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Motorola Moto G35 is rated IP - Water-repellent coating.

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 15 and Motorola Moto G35 run?

The Apple iPhone 15 runs Apple iOS and the Motorola Moto G35 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.