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Compare iPhone 17 & iPhone 15

Compare key specs of iPhone 17 and iPhone 15 to choose the model that fits your needs.

iPhone 17
Out of stock
iPhone 15
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€450

Technical Specifications

Color
Sage, White, Blue, Purple, Black
Black, Blue, Sage, Yellow, Pink
Storage
256GB, 512GB
128GB, 256GB, 512GB
Display
Super Retina XDR, 120 Hz ProMotion, Always-On, HDR, True Tone
6.1-inch Super Retina XDR (OLED) | Other: Dynamic Island, True Tone, HDR
Display Resolution
2622 × 1206 pixels (~460 ppi)
2556 x 1179 pixels at 460 ppi
Camera
Dual 48 MP (main + ultra-wide) with PDAF & OIS
Image stabilization | Flash | Macro lens | Night mode | Portrait mode
Front camera
18 MP Center Stage with autofocus
12 MP, f/1.9, autofocus, Retina Flash, Photonic Engine, Smart HDR 5, Portrait
Battery
3,692 mAh., Up to ~30 h video playback, Fast charging (50% in ~20 min with 40 W)
3877 mAh
Water Resistance
IP68 (up to 6 m for 30 min)
Rated IP68 (up to 6 meters for 30 minutes)
Connectivity
5G (sub-6 GHz), Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, USB-C (charging + data up to USB 2.0)
5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC
Security
Face ID (TrueDepth camera)
Face ID (via TrueDepth camera)
Chip
Apple A19 chip with 5-core GPU
A16 Bionic (6-core CPU: 2 performance + 4 efficiency
Data Network
5G, 4G, LTE, 3G
5G / 4G / LTE / UMTS / GSM
Subscription Type
Unlocked
Unlocked
SIM Card Capability
Dual
Dual
SIM card type 1
eSIM
Nano SIM
SIM card type 2
eSIM (second active)
eSIM
Operating-System
iOS 26 (latest)
iOS, iOS 17 (upgradable to iOS 18)
Cosmetic Condition
Refurbished-certified
Refurbished-certified
Release Year
2025
2023

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the display and screen size differences between iPhone 17 and iPhone 15?

iPhone 17 features a Super Retina XDR, 120 Hz ProMotion, Always-On, HDR, True Tone with a resolution of 2622 × 1206 pixels (~460 ppi), while iPhone 15 offers a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR (OLED) | Other: Dynamic Island, True Tone, HDR with a resolution of 2556 x 1179 pixels at 460 ppi. These differences can affect sharpness, brightness, and overall viewing experience.

Which iPhone has the better camera - iPhone 17 or iPhone 15?

Cameras on iPhones are consistently high-quality across all models.

iPhone 17 features:

  • Rear camera: Dual 48 MP (main + ultra-wide) with PDAF & OIS
  • Front camera: 18 MP Center Stage with autofocus

iPhone 15 features:

  • Rear camera: Image stabilization | Flash | Macro lens | Night mode | Portrait mode
  • Front camera: 12 MP, f/1.9, autofocus, Retina Flash, Photonic Engine, Smart HDR 5, Portrait

Depending on your priorities - such as low-light performance, ultra-wide shots, or video quality - one model may offer features better suited to your needs.

Which iPhone has better battery life - iPhone 17 or iPhone 15?

The iPhone 17 has a 3692 mAh battery while the iPhone 15 comes with a 3877 mAh battery. iPhones refurbished by Remobile have a battery capacity of at least 86% or above and function optimally.