Apple iPhone 15 Plus vs Realme 11 Pro+
The Verdict
Apple's iPhone 15 Plus commands a significant $550 premium over Realme's 11 Pro+, and whether that justifies the cost depends entirely on your priorities. Display quality clearly favors Apple with its 60Hz Super Retina XDR OLED panel delivering 2000 nits brightness versus Realme's 950-nit 120Hz AMOLED screen. Processing power sits with the A16 Bionic chip, which outpaces the MediaTek Dimensity 7050 in both single and multi-threaded tasks. Camera specifications tell an interesting story: Realme boasts a 200MP main sensor with optical image stabilization, yet Apple's computational photography and 48MP f/1.78 setup typically produces superior real-world results. Battery capacity favors Realme at 5000mAh with blazingly fast 100W charging, while iPhone 15 Plus offers 4383mAh with modest 20W wired speeds. Software ecosystem, durability ratings (IP68 vs none), and long-term support strongly favor Apple. Budget-conscious buyers seeking raw specs and charging speed should consider Realme 11 Pro+, but those prioritizing performance, longevity, and camera quality will find iPhone 15 Plus worth the investment.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPhone 15 Plus if…
- →Outstanding battery life from large 4383 mAh cell
- →Dynamic Island replaces notch on a non-Pro model
- →48 MP main camera is a major upgrade over iPhone 14 Plus
Buy the Realme 11 Pro+ if…
- →200 MP main sensor captures incredibly detailed photos in daylight
- →100W SUPERVOOC charges the 5000 mAh battery in about 28 minutes
- →Stylish vegan leather back with unique color options
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 15 Plus
Pros
- Outstanding battery life from large 4383 mAh cell
- Dynamic Island replaces notch on a non-Pro model
- 48 MP main camera is a major upgrade over iPhone 14 Plus
- First USB-C port on a standard Plus model
- Large display great for media consumption
Cons
- Capped at 60Hz with no ProMotion upgrade
- USB-C limited to USB 2.0 transfer speeds
- No telephoto camera
- No always-on display
- Bulky and heavy for everyday use
Realme 11 Pro+
Pros
- 200 MP main sensor captures incredibly detailed photos in daylight
- 100W SUPERVOOC charges the 5000 mAh battery in about 28 minutes
- Stylish vegan leather back with unique color options
- 120Hz AMOLED display is smooth and vivid
- 5G connectivity with Dimensity 7050 performance
Cons
- 200 MP mode produces large files with diminishing returns in low light
- No water resistance rating
- 8 MP ultrawide and 2 MP macro are filler cameras
- No wireless charging
- Dimensity 7050 is a mid-range chip — not for heavy gaming
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 15 Plus | Realme 11 Pro+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 17 | Android 13 (Realme UI 4.0) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 201 g | 189 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame | Plastic frame, vegan leather or glass back |
| IP rating | IP68 | None |
| Dimensions | 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm | 161.6 x 73.9 x 8.2 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP, f/1.69, OIS, Samsung ISOCELL HP3 |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP, f/2.5 |
| Video | 4K@60fps Dolby Vision | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Macro | — | 2 MP, f/2.4 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4383 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 20W wired | 100W SUPERVOOC |
| Wireless charging | 15W MagSafe | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2796 x 1290 | 2412 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2000 | 950 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Octa-core (2x2.6 GHz + 6x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (5-core) | Mali-G68 MC4 |
| Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic | MediaTek Dimensity 7050 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.2 |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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