Apple iPhone 16 vs Motorola Moto G15
Our verdict: Looking at total contract cost, the Motorola Moto G15 is £402.00 less expensive than the Apple iPhone 16. It's a split on display: the Motorola Moto G15 has the bigger 6.7" panel, but the Apple iPhone 16 is denser at 461 PPI. For photography, the Motorola Moto G15 leads with a 50MP main camera. Front-camera quality goes to the Apple iPhone 16 at 12MP.
Apple iPhone 16
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Motorola Moto G15
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| Screen | 6.1" | 6.72" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 2556 x 1179 | 1080 x 2400 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 461 | 392 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 8 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A18 (3 nm) | Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 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 4G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE | 5.0, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm | 165.7 x 76 x 8.8 mm |
| Weight | 170 grams | 203 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP54, dust and splash resistant |
| Contracts |
£24.99/mo
£59.00 upfront |
£9.99/mo
£9.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £485.00 | £97.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 16 or Motorola Moto G15 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Moto G15 is cheaper on contract at £269.62 over the life of the deal from £9.99 per month with £9.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 16 or Motorola Moto G15?
The Motorola Moto G15 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 16's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 16 has the sharper display at 461 pixels per inch versus 392, and the Apple iPhone 16 uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Motorola Moto G15 has a IPS LCD.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 16 or Motorola Moto G15?
The Apple iPhone 16 features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Moto G15 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 16 or Motorola Moto G15?
The Motorola Moto G15 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £97.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 16 and Motorola Moto G15?
The Apple iPhone 16 is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Motorola Moto G15 comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 16 and Motorola Moto G15 use?
The Apple iPhone 16 is powered by the Apple A18 (3 nm), while the Motorola Moto G15 uses the Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 16 or Motorola Moto G15?
The Apple iPhone 16 is the more portable of the two — it's 33g lighter at 170 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm, and is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 16 or Motorola Moto G15?
The Apple iPhone 16 is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Motorola Moto G15 is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 16 and Motorola Moto G15 run?
The Apple iPhone 16 runs Apple iOS and the Motorola Moto G15 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.