Apple iPhone 15 vs Google Pixel 7 Pro
The Verdict
Apple's iPhone 15 delivers exceptional performance with the A16 Bionic chip and stunning 2000-nit Super Retina XDR display, though it's limited to 60Hz refresh and modest 3349 mAh battery. Google's Pixel 7 Pro counters with superior computational photography, a larger 6.7-inch 120Hz LTPO OLED screen (1440p resolution), and a more generous 5000 mAh battery with faster 30W charging. Camera capabilities differ significantly: iPhone 15 excels in video with Dolby Vision, while Pixel 7 Pro's dual telephoto system and AI-driven processing create more versatile stills. The Pixel's heavier build (212g vs 171g) and older Tensor G2 chip provide capable but less cutting-edge performance than Apple's flagship processor. At $100 less, iPhone 15 offers better value for performance-focused users; Pixel 7 Pro suits photographers prioritizing camera versatility and larger display real estate. For most users, iPhone 15 represents superior overall balance.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPhone 15 if…
- →Dynamic Island brought to base model
- →48 MP main camera upgrade
- →Switched to USB-C port
Buy the Google Pixel 7 Pro if…
- →Excellent 5x periscope telephoto at this price point
- →Best-in-class computational photography with Magic Eraser
- →LTPO display drops to 1Hz to save battery
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 15
Pros
- Dynamic Island brought to base model
- 48 MP main camera upgrade
- Switched to USB-C port
- Strong A16 Bionic performance
- Comfortable lightweight design
Cons
- Stuck at 60Hz refresh rate
- USB-C limited to USB 2.0 speeds
- No telephoto camera
- No always-on display
Google Pixel 7 Pro
Pros
- Excellent 5x periscope telephoto at this price point
- Best-in-class computational photography with Magic Eraser
- LTPO display drops to 1Hz to save battery
- Guaranteed five years of OS updates
- Large 5000 mAh battery with wireless charging
Cons
- Tensor G2 trails Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 in raw performance
- Slow 30W wired charging vs Chinese rivals
- Runs warm under sustained gaming loads
- Heavy at 212 g
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 15 | Google Pixel 7 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 17 | Android 13 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 171 g | 212 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm | 162.9 x 76.6 x 8.9 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP, f/1.85, OIS |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10.8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@60fps Dolby Vision | 4K@60fps |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP, f/2.2, 125.8-degree |
| Telephoto | — | 48 MP, f/3.5, 5x optical zoom |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 3349 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 20W wired | 30W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W MagSafe | 23W (Pixel Stand 2nd gen) |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED | LTPO OLED |
| Resolution | 2556 x 1179 | 3120 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 1-120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2000 | 1500 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Octa-core (2x2.85 GHz Cortex-X1 & 2x2.35 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (5-core) | Mali-G710 MP7 |
| Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic | Google Tensor G2 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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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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