Apple iPhone 15 Plus

Apple Sep 22, 2023

Overview

The Apple iPhone 15 Plus is a 2023 smartphone from Apple. It features a 6.7" OledSuper Retina XDR display with 1290 x 2796 px resolution (460 ppi pixel density) and impressive peak brightness of 2000 nits. The device is powered by the Apple A16 Bionic APL1W10 (4 nm process), 6GB RAM LPDDR5 RAM and 5 cores Apple GPU GPU. The camera system features a 48MP Standard main sensor with f/1.6 aperture, accompanied by 12MP Wide Angle + Macro, plus a 12MP selfie camera. Power is provided by a 4383 mAh Li-Ion battery with 20W fast charging. The phone runs on iOS 17, upgradable to 18. Available in multiple configurations: 6GB RAM + 128GB storage, 6GB RAM + 256GB storage, 6GB RAM + 512GB storage. Color options include Black, Yellow, Blue, Green, Pink.

Basic Information

Apple iPhone 15 Plus
BrandApple
ModelApple iPhone 15 Plus
Launch DateFriday, September 22, 2023
Release Year2023
Dimensions160.9 × 77.8 × 7.8 mm
Weight201 g
Volume97.64 cm³
Available Colors
  • Black
  • Yellow
  • Blue
  • Green
  • Pink

Apple iPhone 15 Plus was released on Friday, September 22, 2023. The phone measures 160.9 × 77.8 × 7.8 mm with a volume of 97.64 cm³ and weighs 201g. It features a 6.7" OledSuper Retina XDR display with 1290 x 2796 px resolution (460 ppi pixel density) The device is available in the following colors: Black, Yellow, Blue, Green, Pink.

Display

Size6.7"
TypeOledSuper Retina XDR
Resolution1290 x 2796 px
Pixel Density460 ppi
Aspect Ratio19.5:9
Refresh RateN/A
BrightnessHBM: 1600 nits, Peak: 2000 nits
Contrast Ratio2000000:1
HDR SupportHDR10
ProtectionN/A
Additional Features
  • Hole-punch Notch
  • Brightnes 1000 cd/m² (typ)
  • DCI-P3
  • True Tone display
  • Super Retina XDR
  • Dolby Vision
  • Scratch resistant
  • Corning Gorilla Glass
  • Ceramic Shield
  • Capacitive
  • Multi-touch
  • Oleophobic (lipophobic) coating
  • Frameless
  • Haptic Touch

The Apple iPhone 15 Plus features a 6.7" OledSuper Retina XDR display with 1290 x 2796 px resolution (460 ppi pixel density) in 19.5:9 aspect ratio. The display offers HBM mode reaching 1600 nits, with peak brightness of 2000 nits. It delivers impressive 2000000:1 contrast ratio. The screen supports advanced HDR formats including HDR10. User-centric features include hole-punch notch, multi-touch, haptic touch. Technical capabilities include brightnes 1000 cd/m² (typ), dci-p3, true tone display, super retina xdr, dolby vision, corning gorilla glass, ceramic shield, capacitive, oleophobic (lipophobic) coating, frameless. Additional protection features include scratch resistant.

Sensors

Security Sensors
  • Face ID
Motion Sensors
  • accelerometer
  • gyro
Environmental Sensors
  • proximity
  • compass
  • barometer
Health SensorsN/A

For security, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus features face id. Motion tracking is handled by accelerometer gyro. Environmental monitoring includes proximity compass barometer.

Battery

Capacity4383 mAh
TypeLi-Ion
Fast Charging20W
Wireless ChargingN/A
Features
  • Non-removable
Additional Info
  • 15W MagSafe Wireless Charging
  • 7.5W Qi Wireless Charging
  • Battery capacity rumored

The Apple iPhone 15 Plus is equipped with a 4383 mAh Li-Ion battery. It features fast charging at 20W. The battery system includes non-removable. Additional features include 15w magsafe wireless charging, 7.5w qi wireless charging, battery capacity rumored.

Hardware

ChipsetApple A16 Bionic APL1W10
CPU
Processor Details
  • processor type: Hexa-Core
  • production process: 4 nm
  • max freq: 3.46 GHz
  • 64-bit
GPU5 cores Apple GPU @ 1398 MHz
RAM & Storage6GB RAM LPDDR5, 128GB
Apple iPhone 15 Plus Versions:
  • 6GB RAM + 128GB Storage
  • 6GB RAM + 256GB Storage
  • 6GB RAM + 512GB Storage
  • 6GB RAM + 128GB Storage
  • 6GB RAM + 256GB Storage
  • 6GB RAM + 512GB Storage
  • 6GB RAM + 128GB Storage
  • 6GB RAM + 256GB Storage
  • 6GB RAM + 512GB Storage
  • 6GB RAM + 128GB Storage
  • 6GB RAM + 256GB Storage
  • 6GB RAM + 512GB Storage
AnTuTu Score1,470,000 (v10)
Additional FeaturesCooling System
Sensors
  • Proximity
  • Light sensor
  • Accelerometer
  • Compass
  • Gyroscope
  • Barometer
Audio Features
  • Noise cancellation microphone
  • Stereo Speakers
  • 3 microphones
SD Card SlotNo
Battery4383 mAh

The Apple iPhone 15 Plus is equipped with Apple A16 Bionic APL1W10 built on 4 nm process technology with 64-bit architecture. Graphics processing is handled by 5 cores Apple GPU running at 1398 MHz. The device comes with 6GB RAM (RAM LPDDR5) and 128GB storage. In AnTuTu benchmark v10, it achieves 1,470,000 points. Audio capabilities include Noise cancellation microphone, Stereo Speakers, 3 microphones. The Apple iPhone 15 Plus features advanced cooling system. Integrated sensors include Proximity, Light sensor, Accelerometer, Compass. The device is powered by a 4383 mAh battery. The Apple iPhone 15 Plus is available in 6GB RAM + 128GB storage, 6GB RAM + 256GB storage, 6GB RAM + 512GB storage, 6GB RAM + 128GB storage, 6GB RAM + 256GB storage, 6GB RAM + 512GB storage, 6GB RAM + 128GB storage, 6GB RAM + 256GB storage, 6GB RAM + 512GB storage, 6GB RAM + 128GB storage, 6GB RAM + 256GB storage, 6GB RAM + 512GB storage configurations.

Connectivity

WiFi
WiFi Standards
  • 802.11a
  • 802.11b
  • 802.11g
  • 802.11n
  • 802.11n 5GHz
  • 802.11ac
  • WiFi 6 (802.11ax)
Other WiFi Features
  • Dual band
  • Wi-Fi Hotspot
  • Wi-Fi MiMO
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3 LE Low energy consumption
Bluetooth Features
  • A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
  • LE (Low Energy)
  • AAC
GPS
  • GPS
  • A-GPS
  • GLONASS
  • QZSS
  • Galileo
Network Bands
5G

  • n1 (2100)
  • n2 (1900 PCS)
  • n3 (1800)
  • n5 (850)
  • n7 (2600)
  • n8 (900)
  • n12 (700)
  • n20 (800)
  • n25 (1900)
  • n26 (850)
  • n28b (700)
  • n28a (700)
  • n30 (2300)
  • n38 (2600)
  • n40 (2300)
  • n41 (2500)
  • n48 (3500)
  • n53 (2400)
  • n66 (1700)
  • n70 (1700)
  • n75 (1500)
  • n76 (1500)
  • n77 (3700)
  • n78 (3500)
  • n79 (4700)

4G LTE

  • B1 (2100)
  • B2 (1900)
  • B3 (1800)
  • B4 (1700/2100 AWS 1)
  • B5 (850)
  • B7 (2600)
  • B8 (900)
  • B12 (700)
  • B13 (700)
  • B17 (700)
  • B18 (800)
  • B19 (800)
  • B20 (800)
  • B25 (1900+)
  • B26 (850)
  • B28b (700)
  • B28a (700)
  • B30 (2300)
  • B32 (1500)
  • B34 (TDD 2100)
  • B38 (TDD 2600)
  • B39 (TDD 1900)
  • B40 (TDD 2300)
  • B41 (TDD 2500)
  • B42 (TDD 3500)
  • B46 (TDD 5200)
  • B48 (TDD 3600)
  • B53 (TDD 2400)
  • B66 (1700/2100)

3G

  • B1 (2100)
  • B2 (1900)
  • B4 (1700/2100 AWS A-F)
  • B5 (850)
  • B8 (900)

2G

  • B2 (1900)
  • B3 (1800)
  • B5 (850)
  • B8 (900)
SIMDual SIM Dual Standby (Nano SIM + eSIM)
USB
  • Charging
  • Mass Storage
  • USB Type-C
NFCYes

The Apple iPhone 15 Plus supports 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, 802.11n 5GHz, 802.11ac, WiFi 6 (802.11ax) with features like Dual band, Hotspot, MiMO. The Apple iPhone 15 Plus comes with Bluetooth 5.3 LE Low energy consumption supporting A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile), LE (Low Energy), AAC. For cellular connectivity, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus uses Dual SIM Dual Standby (Nano SIM + eSIM). The Apple iPhone 15 Plus features Charging, Mass Storage, USB Type-C connectivity. The Apple iPhone 15 Plus includes NFC support for contactless payments and quick device pairing. The Apple iPhone 15 Plus supports 5G bands, 4G LTE bands, 3G bands, 2G bands.

Camera Features

Video Resolution
  • 4K
  • 1080p
Frame Rates
  • 24fps
  • 25fps
  • 30fps
  • 60fps
  • 120fps
  • 240fps
Video Features
  • HDR
  • Stereo Sound

The Apple iPhone 15 Plus features a 2-camera setup with a 48MP Standard main sensor (f/1.6) of 1/1.5" size and 1.00 µm pixel size. The Apple iPhone 15 Plus also includes a 12MP Wide Angle + Macro (f/2.4). For selfies, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus uses a 12MP front camera with f/1.9 aperture featuring 1.12 µm pixel size. The Apple iPhone 15 Plus's camera system includes Cinematic Mode, Noise reduction, Face unlock.

DxOMark Scores

Mobile Camera DxOMark Scores

145
Overall
147
Photo
153
Video

Camera details

Rear Camera

Resolution: 48 MP
Aperture: f/1.6
Sensor Model: Sony Iphone 15 Sensor
Sensor Type: CMOS BSI
Pixel Size: 1.00 µm
Pixel Binning: 1-4 (2x2)
Sensor Size: 1/1.5"

Resolution: 12 MP
Aperture: f/2.4
Sensor Type: CMOS

Selfie Camera

Resolution: 12 MP
Aperture: f/1.9
Sensor Type: CMOS
Pixel Size: 1.12 µm

Additional Features

Front camera:
  • Second sensor SL 3D for depth and biometrics sensor
  • HDR, Cinematic mode (4K@30fps)
  • 4K@24/25/30/60fps Video
  • Gyro-EIS
Extra:
  • Wide angle 120° field of view
  • 12 Mpx x2 telephoto lens (thanks to Quad Pixel sensor)
  • Digital zoom up to x10
  • Video 4K@24/25/30/60fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), Cinematic mode (4K@30fps), stereo sound rec.
Flash:
  • Dual LED
Optical Stabilisation:
  • Yes
Slow Motion Video:
  • Yes, 240 fps
Features:
  • Cinematic Mode
  • Noise reduction
  • Face unlock
  • Pro Video Mode
  • 4K Video
  • Digital zoom
  • Optical zoom
  • Dual camera
  • Optical Stabilization (OIS)
  • Ultra stable video
  • Autofocus
  • Touch focus
  • Continuous autofocus
  • Manual focus
  • Phase detection autofocus (PDAF)
  • Dual PDAF
  • Continuous shooting
  • Geotagging
  • Panorama
  • HDR
  • Face detection
  • White balance settings
  • ISO settings
  • Exposure compensation
  • Scene mode
  • Self-timer
  • RAW
  • Night Mode

Software

OSiOS
OS Version17
Max OS Version18

The Apple iPhone 15 Plus runs on iOS 17 and is upgradable to 18. It is powered by the Apple A16 Bionic APL1W10 chipset .

Prices

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Amazon UK GBP 635.96
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Amazon UK GBP 649.99
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Amazon DE EUR 753.73
USD 816.74
256 GB 6 GB
Amazon DE EUR 922.00
USD 999.08
512 GB 6 GB
Amazon US USD 629.99
USD 629.99
256 GB 6 GB
Amazon US USD 726.75
USD 726.75
512 GB 6 GB
Best Buy USD 929.99
USD 929.99
256 GB 6 GB
Best Buy USD 1,029.99
USD 1,029.99
512 GB 6 GB
Amazon UK GBP 635.96
USD 827.38
256 GB 6 GB
Amazon UK GBP 649.99
USD 845.64
512 GB 6 GB