Apple iPhone 13 vs. iPhone 15: The Evolution Unveiled!

The relentless march of technology continues with Apple’s iconic iPhone series. Let’s delve into the battle between the iPhone 13 and the newer iPhone 15 to witness the evolution firsthand.

Specifications Face-Off

CategoryApple iPhone 13Apple iPhone 15
NetworkGSM/CDMA/HSPA/EVDO/LTE/5GGSM/CDMA/HSPA/EVDO/LTE/5G
LaunchSeptember 14, 2021September 12, 2023
Dimensions146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm
Weight174 g171 g
BuildGlass front and back, Aluminum frameGlass front and back, Aluminum frame
SIMNano-SIM and eSIM or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)Nano-SIM and eSIM (International)
Dual eSIM with multiple numbers (USA)
Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) – China
Display TypeSuper Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 800 nits (HBM), 1200 nits (peak)Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (HBM), 2000 nits (peak)
Display Size6.1 inches6.1 inches
Resolution1170 x 2532 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density)1179 x 2556 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~461 ppi density)
OSiOS 15, upgradable to iOS 17.3.1iOS 17, upgradable to iOS 17.3.1
ChipsetApple A15 Bionic (5 nm)Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm)
CPUHexa-core (2×3.23 GHz Avalanche + 4×1.82 GHz Blizzard)Hexa-core (2×3.46 GHz Everest + 4×2.02 GHz Sawtooth)
GPUApple GPU (4-core graphics)Apple GPU (5-core graphics)
Memory128GB 4GB RAM, 256GB 4GB RAM, 512GB 4GB RAM128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 512GB 6GB RAM
Main Camera12 MP (wide), 12 MP (ultrawide)48 MP (wide), 12 MP (ultrawide)
Selfie Camera12 MP (wide), SL 3D (depth/biometrics sensor)12 MP (wide), SL 3D (depth/biometrics sensor)
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakersYes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jackNoNo
Battery TypeLi-Ion 3240 mAh, non-removable (12.41 Wh)Li-Ion 3349 mAh, non-removable
ChargingWired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min (advertised)
15W wireless (MagSafe)
15W wireless (Qi2) – requires iOS 17.2 updateWired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min (advertised)
15W wireless (MagSafe)
15W wireless (Qi2) – requires iOS 17.2 update
4.5W reverse wired
ColorsStarlight, Midnight, Blue, Pink, Red, GreenBlack, Blue, Green, Yellow, Pink
SAR Value1.18 W/kg (head), 1.19 W/kg (body)1.12 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (body)
Price₹ 51,790 / $ 381.99 / £ 379.00 / € 466.00₹ 71,490 / $ 704.99 / £ 649.00 / € 825.00
PerformanceAnTuTu: 775519, GeekBench: 4645, GFXBench: 59fpsAnTuTu: 1354651, GeekBench: 6526, GFXBench: 60fps
Display ContrastInfinite (nominal)Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker Rating-25.5 LUFS (Very good)-26.2 LUFS (Good)
Battery EnduranceEndurance rating 89hActive use score 13:20h

The clash of generations reveals a refined iPhone 15 with improved performance, a powerful camera setup, and subtle design enhancements. However, the iPhone 13 holds its ground with a compelling feature set, making it a budget-friendly powerhouse. The choice is yours – stick to the tried and tested or embrace the latest innovations!