The Apple iPhone 15 Plus is the large-screen version of Apple's standard 2023 iPhone, now a strong value buy since the iPhone 16 and 17 arrived. Its standout is endurance: the big 6.7-inch screen is paired with one of the longest-lasting batteries Apple has tested.
iPhone 15 Plus: Display
The 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED has a 1290 x 2796 resolution and quotes 1000 nits in high-brightness mode, with GSMArena measuring 1,642 nits and a 2,000-nit peak for HDR, protected by Ceramic Shield.
The one real limitation is the 60Hz refresh rate, so scrolling looks less fluid than on the 120Hz screens common on Android at this price and on the Pro models.
iPhone 15 Plus: Camera
The dual camera pairs a 48MP main sensor with sensor-shift OIS and a 12MP ultrawide, with a 12MP selfie camera. The 48MP sensor also enables a 2x quality zoom by cropping in, covering the most common focal lengths well.
Video is a strength, up to 4K at 60fps with Dolby Vision, though there is no dedicated telephoto lens.
iPhone 15 Plus: Battery
The 4,383mAh battery returned an outstanding active use score of 16:33 hours in GSMArena's lab, among the best of any phone tested, with wired charging at 50% in 30 minutes plus 15W MagSafe wireless.
Battery life is the clear highlight, with only the slow wired charging holding it back.
iPhone 15 Plus: Size, Weight and Build
At 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8mm and 201g with an aluminium frame, IP68 sealing and USB-C, the iPhone 15 Plus is a large, well-built phone in colours including Blue, Green and Pink.
At 77.8mm wide it is a stretch for one-handed use, the trade-off for the big screen and battery.
iPhone 15 Plus: Performance
The A16 Bionic with 6GB of RAM remains fast for everything from gaming to editing, launched on iOS 17 and since updated, with years of iOS support still ahead.
The chip is a step behind the Pro models' A17 Pro, but in daily use the difference is hard to notice.
iPhone 15 Plus: Who Should Buy
Buy the iPhone 15 Plus at a discount if you want a big-screen iPhone with class-leading battery life without paying current-model money. Buyers who prefer a smaller, lighter phone at a lower price should compare the iPhone 15. Buyers comparing contract terms will find current network pricing in the table above.