Which iPhone 15 variant should you splurge on?

There are plenty of reasons to get your hands on the new Apple iPhone 15. Be it USB Type-C connectivity, Dynamic Island or simply, the pride of owning the newest iPhone. If you’ve been eyeing one of the new iPhone 15 models, your next big question is likely “Which iPhone 15 should I buy?”

Should you go for the base iPhone 15, the larger 15 Plus, the compact 15 Pro, or the all-out 15 Pro Max? Don’t worry, we’re here to help. Here’s a quick guide that will help you pick the right iPhone 15 model for you.

Who should buy the iPhone 15?

The base iPhone 15 is compact, and of course, the least expensive of the iPhone 15 series. In the past few years, the base variants of iPhones have had some compromises, but the iPhone 15 does things differently. You still get USB Type-C connectivity and the new Dynamic Island, and its size makes it easy to hold and carry around in your pocket.

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We recommend the iPhone 15 for first-time Android switchers, as well as students. The iPhone 15 is great for those entering the Apple ecosystem for the first time. Lastly, if you’re looking for a compact phone that’s great for one-handed usage, the iPhone 15 fits that bill perfectly without compromises on performance.

Who should buy the iPhone 15 Plus?

The iPhone 15 Plus is simply the iPhone 15 with a larger chassis, display and battery. If your needs and requirements point you to the base iPhone 15, but you desire elements like a bigger screen and better battery life, the iPhone 15 Plus is for you.

It features a 6.7-inch display (instead of 6.1-inch) and a larger battery, although Apple hasn’t specified the capacity officially. The phone is still powered by the A16 chip that powered the iPhone 14 Pro models last year.

The iPhone 15 Plus is great for users who don’t need the absolute best in performance, but do need a bigger screen. In addition to being great for all the reasons mentioned for the base iPhone 15, the iPhone 15 Plus is great for media consumption and even gaming. However, being a larger phone, it may be too big for people with smaller hands and may require two-handed usage at times.

Who should buy the iPhone 15 Pro?

The iPhone 15 Pro is compact like the base iPhone 15 but packs a more powerful camera setup and the new A17 Pro chip. Apart from Dynamic Island, the 15 Pro sports a Type-C port with USB-3 speeds, unlike the non-Pro variants which are capped at USB-2 speeds. The new chip allows for a more powerful multi-tasking and gaming experience, and the new titanium chassis makes the iPhone even lighter yet stronger compared to the base iPhone 15.

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The iPhone 15 Pro is great for those who want to upgrade to the Pro iPhone series. While being a compact flagship, the phone offers a better performance for gamers and power users. With an additional camera sensor and 3x optical zoom support, the iPhone 15 Pro is also a great compact camera for photography enthusiasts to carry around. If you often shoot projects on your phone, the 15 Pro’s USB Type-C port also lets you record straight to an external drive.

Who should buy the iPhone 15 Pro Max?

The iPhone 15 Pro Max is the most expensive of the series. It packs a 6.7-inch screen like the iPhone 15 Plus, but packs in the performance, the camera setup and other perks of the Pro series. The 15 Pro Max is great for those who want a large screen for media and gaming, but also want the absolute best general and camera performance. With 5x optical zoom and support for recording straight to an external drive, the 15 Pro Max is also great for shoots and vlogs.

The iPhone 15 Pro Max also likely has the best battery life of the entire series, making it a great choice for those who like to stay away from the charger, or those who’re always on the move. However, elements like two-handed use will again come into play, as the Pro Max is far from being a compact device.

Those are our recommendations that should have helped you figure out which iPhone 15 variant is the best pick for your pocket. You can also check out our comparison between the iPhone 15 series variants. Happy hunting!