Apple iPhone 15 is the latest addition to the smartphone market, joining the competition against popular smartphones from Samsung and Google. One notable change in the iPhone 15 is its support for USB-C instead of Lightning, which was mandated by the European Union. In addition to this change, the new iPhone flagship offers several updates that make it comparable to other high-end smartphones such as the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Google Pixel 7.
The iPhone 15 incorporates features that were introduced in last year’s iPhone 14 Pro, including the A16 Bionic processor, a Dynamic Island surrounding the Face ID sensor, a brighter display, and improved cameras. The main camera now features a 48-megapixel sensor, a significant upgrade from the 12-megapixel sensor found in the previous iPhone model. Additionally, the sensor has telephoto capabilities.
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When comparing the iPhone 15 to the Galaxy S23 and Pixel 7, it is important to consider their differences in terms of chipsets, cameras, and price. The Galaxy S23, priced at $800, boasts three rear cameras, including a telephoto camera, while both the Pixel 7 and iPhone 15 have two cameras. The Pixel 7, starting at $599, is $200 cheaper than the iPhone 15 and Galaxy S23 Ultra, and offers exclusive Pixel features like Photo Unblur.
To get a better understanding of how these flagship smartphones compare, take a look at the side-by-side comparison chart below.
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Apple iPhone 15 vs. Samsung Galaxy S23 vs. Google Pixel 7
| Apple iPhone 15 | Samsung Galaxy S23 | Google Pixel 7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display size, technology, layout, refresh rate, brightness | 6.1-inch OLED; 2,556×1,179 pixels | 6.1-inch AMOLED; 2,340×1,080 pixels; 120Hz Adaptive Refresh Rate | 6.3-inch OLED display, FHD+ (1080 x 2400 pixels), 90Hz |
| The number of pixels | 460 pp | 425 pp | 416 pp |
| Dimensions (inches) | 2.82 x 5.81 x 0.31 in | 2.79 x 5.76 x 0.3 in | 6.1 x 2.9 x 0.34 in |
| Dimensions (mm) | 71.6 x 147.6 x 7.8 mm | 70.9 x 146.3 x 7.6 mm | 155.6 x 73.2 x 8.7 mm |
| Weight (grams, ounces) | 171 g (6.02 oz) | 168 g (5.93 oz) | 197g or 6.9 oz |
| Mobile app | iOS 17 | Android 13 | Android 13 |
| Camera | 48-megapixel (wide), 12-megapixel (ultrawide) | 50-megapixel (wide), 12-megapixel (ultrawide), 10-megapixel (telephoto) | 50-megapixel (large), 12-megapixel (ultra-wide), |
| Front camera | 12-megapixel | 12-megapixel | 10.8-megapixel |
| Video recording | 4K | 8k | 4K |
| Processor | A16 Bionic | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy | Google Tensor G2 |
| RAM/storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 8GB RAM + 128GB; 8GB RAM + 256GB | 8GB + 128GB, 8GB + 256GB, |
| Additional storage | None | None | None |
| Battery speed/charging | Unknown; Apple claims up to 20 hours of video playback (16 hours of playback) | 3,900 mAh (25W Wired charger) | 4.355mAh |
| Fingerprint sensor | None (Face ID) | Present | Under the display |
| Connector | USB-C (USB 2.0) | USB-C | USB-C |
| An earpiece | None | None | None |
| Special | 5G (mmw/Sub6), IP68 rating, MagSafe (up to 15W), Qi wireless up to 7.5W, Dynamic Island | 5G (mmw/Sub6), IP68 rating, wireless PowerShare to charge other devices | 5G, Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur, True Tone, Face Unblur, Long Exposure, Pan Action; Hold Me, Hold On, Connect My Call Means Live, |
| Price (US) | $799 (128GB), $899 (256GB), $1,099 (512GB) | $800 (8GB/128GB) | $599 (128GB + 8GB) |
| Price (UK) | £799 (128GB), £899 (256GB), £1,099 (512GB) | £849 (8GB/128GB) | £599 |
| Price (Australia) | AU$1,499 (128GB), AU$1,699 (256GB), AU$2,049 (512GB) | AU$1,349 (8GB/128GB) | AU$999 |
