Apple iPhone 13 vs Apple iPhone 15
Our verdict: On contract, the Apple iPhone 13 works out £112.00 cheaper overall than the Apple iPhone 15. If you'd rather buy outright, the Apple iPhone 13 starts at £177.99 SIM-free.
Apple iPhone 13
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Apple iPhone 15
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| Screen | 6.1" | 6.1" |
| Display | 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) |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 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 7.65 mm | 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 173 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 |
£14.99/mo
£49.00 upfront |
£20.99/mo
£9.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £177.99 | £329.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 13 or Apple iPhone 15 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 13 is cheaper on contract at £421.04 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £49.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 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 the Apple iPhone 13 uses a OLED panel while the Apple iPhone 15 has a Super Retina XDR OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 or Apple iPhone 15?
The Apple iPhone 13 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 or Apple iPhone 15?
The Apple iPhone 13 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £177.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 and Apple iPhone 15?
The Apple iPhone 13 is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 15 comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 and Apple iPhone 15 use?
The Apple iPhone 13 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 or Apple iPhone 15?
They weigh about the same (173 grams vs 171 grams), both are similar in overall footprint.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 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 and Apple iPhone 15 run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.