Design: Lightweight and Premium
Right off the bat, the iPhone 15 Pro feels different from the iPhone 14 Pro. It’s made of aerospace-grade titanium instead of stainless steel, which makes it noticeably lighter at 187 grams compared to the 14 Pro’s 206 grams. The titanium has a brushed texture that’s grippy and sleek, and the rounded edges make it way more comfortable to hold than the sharper-edged 14 Pro. The back is still matte glass with Ceramic Shield, and I’ve bumped it a few times without a scratch. It’s IP68-rated, so it can survive a dunk in water up to 6 meters for 30 minutes—good news for clumsy moments like when I spilled water near it.
| Additional details |
| Operating System | iOS 17 |
| Processor Type | A17 Bionic Chip, 6 Core Processor Processor • |
| Display Size | 15.49cm (6.1 inch) |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 128 GB , 256 GB , 512 GB |
| Colour | Black Titanium , Blue Titanium , White Titanium , Silver Titanium |
| Camera | 48MP + 12MP + 12MP | 12MP Front Camera |
| Form Fator | Smartphone |
| Biomatric Security Feature | Face Recognition |
| Sim Card Size | Nano + eSIM |
| Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant |
The iPhone 15 Pro comes in Black Titanium, White Titanium, Blue Titanium, and Natural Titanium. I went with Natural Titanium, and it’s got this cool, understated metallic vibe that looks classier than the 14 Pro’s Deep Purple (which I also loved). The 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display is as stunning as ever, with a 2556 × 1179 resolution (460 PPI). It hits 1000 nits typical brightness, 1600 nits for HDR, and 2000 nits outdoors, so I can see it clearly even in bright sunlight. Like the 14 Pro, it has a 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate for buttery-smooth scrolling and an always-on display for quick glances at notifications or widgets. I love that I can turn off the always-on feature in iOS 18 to save battery when I don’t need it.
The Dynamic Island is back, and it’s just as fun as on the 14 Pro, showing music controls, call alerts, or app notifications in a clever way. More apps, like Uber, now use it compared to when I had the 14 Pro, but it’s still mostly Apple’s apps that make it shine. The big change is the Action Button, replacing the mute switch. I set mine to toggle Silent Mode, but you can program it for stuff like launching the camera or starting a voice memo. It’s handy, though I sometimes miss the old switch’s simplicity. Oh, and the switch to USB-C from Lightning is awesome—I use the same cable for my MacBook now—but it’s USB 3.0 (10 Gbps), faster than the iPhone 15’s USB 2.0, which makes transferring videos a breeze compared to the 14 Pro’s Lightning port.
Performance: A Beast of a Chip
The iPhone 15 Pro runs on the A17 Pro chip, a big leap from the A16 Bionic in the iPhone 14 Pro. It’s got a 6-core CPU, a 6-core GPU (Apple says it’s 20% faster for graphics), and a 16-core Neural Engine. With 8GB of RAM (up from 6GB on the 14 Pro), this phone is a powerhouse. I play games like Resident Evil 4 (which runs surprisingly well for a mobile game), edit 4K videos in iMovie, and juggle multiple apps without a hiccup. It’s noticeably snappier than the 14 Pro, especially for heavy tasks like video rendering.
Storage options are 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB. I got 256GB since I shoot a lot of high-res photos and videos, and it’s been perfect. The phone supports 5G, Wi-Fi 6E (faster than the 14 Pro’s Wi-Fi 6), and Bluetooth 5.3. It also has a second-gen Ultra Wideband chip for precise AirTag tracking. Like the 14 Pro, it has Emergency SOS via satellite for contacting emergency services in no-signal zones and Crash Detection for car accidents. I haven’t needed these, but they’re reassuring, especially when I’m hiking.
The iPhone 15 Pro supports Apple Intelligence, the AI features in iOS 18.1, unlike the standard iPhone 15 or 14 Pro. I’ve played with features like Writing Tools for polishing emails and the upgraded Siri, which feels smarter about context. It’s not a must-have, but it’s a nice bonus.
Cameras: Pro Photography
The iPhone 15 Pro’s camera system is a step up from the 14 Pro’s already awesome setup. It has a 48MP main camera (f/1.78 aperture) with second-gen sensor-shift stabilization, a 12MP ultra-wide (f/2.2, 120° field of view), and a 12MP 3x telephoto (f/2.8). The 48MP sensor takes incredible photos—default 24MP shots are sharp and vibrant, and 48MP ProRAW files let me zoom in to see tiny details, like individual threads on a jacket. The new Smart HDR 5 makes colors pop more naturally than the 14 Pro’s HDR 4, especially in tricky lighting like sunsets.
The ultra-wide and telephoto lenses are great for landscapes and portraits, and low-light performance is stellar across the board, thanks to the Photonic Engine. The auto-Portrait mode is new—you can turn any photo of a person or pet into a Portrait with a blurred background after the fact, which is perfect for candid shots. The 12MP front camera with autofocus takes crisp selfies, and Cinematic mode for 4K HDR videos is as cinematic as ever. Action mode keeps videos steady when I’m moving, like filming my friend’s bike ride. The 15 Pro also supports Log video recording, which is great for pro-level color grading, but I haven’t dived into that yet.
Software and Battery
Running iOS 17 at launch (now on iOS 18.3), the iPhone 15 Pro is smooth and customizable. I’ve got lock screen widgets for weather and reminders, and the Action Button integrates nicely with Shortcuts. Battery life (3274 mAh) is about the same as the 14 Pro’s 3200 mAh—around 20 hours of video playback or a full day of heavy use. The always-on display uses a bit of juice, but turning it off helps. Fast charging (20W) hits 50% in 30 minutes, and MagSafe wireless charging at 15W is super convenient. No charger in the box, though, which is still annoying.
Price and Final Thoughts
I bought my iPhone 15 Pro for $999 (128GB), but in May 2025, you can find it for around $849-$899 on sites like Amazon or Flipkart in India (~₹89,900). Compared to the iPhone 14 Pro, the 15 Pro’s titanium build, A17 Pro chip, Action Button, USB-C, and Apple Intelligence make it a worthwhile upgrade. The cameras are slightly better, and the lighter weight is a nice touch. My only gripes are the 128GB base storage (feels stingy for a Pro) and the fact that some apps still don’t fully use Dynamic Island.
Overall, the iPhone 15 Pro is a fantastic phone. It’s fast, takes stunning photos, and feels premium yet practical. If you’re coming from a 14 Pro or older, it’s a great upgrade that balances cutting-edge features with everyday usability. For me, it’s been a reliable, fun companion that’s hard to put down.