Apple iPhone 15 vs Motorola Edge 40 Pro
The Verdict
Both phones share a $799 price point but emphasize different strengths. iPhone 15 delivers Apple's refined ecosystem with the powerful A16 Bionic, exceptional display quality at 2000 nits, and 6GB RAM handling iOS 17 fluidly. However, its 60Hz refresh rate feels dated against competitors, and the 3349 mAh battery is modest. Motorola Edge 40 Pro counters with a significantly larger 6.67-inch pOLED screen, 165Hz refresh rate, and superior 4600 mAh battery lasting well beyond a day. The 125W TurboPower charging is industry-leading, while the 12GB RAM and Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 crush performance metrics. Camera-wise, Motorola's quad-setup including 8K video and superior front-facing 60MP sensor outpaces iPhone's more modest arrangement. Heavier at 199g, the Edge 40 Pro feels premium with its vegan leather backing. For performance enthusiasts, camera power, and battery endurance, Motorola wins decisively. iPhone 15 appeals to iOS loyalists prioritizing polish and longevity.
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 Motorola Edge 40 Pro if…
- →125W wired charging fills battery in ~30 minutes
- →165Hz display is among the smoothest available
- →60 MP front camera for excellent selfies
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
Motorola Edge 40 Pro
Pros
- 125W wired charging fills battery in ~30 minutes
- 165Hz display is among the smoothest available
- 60 MP front camera for excellent selfies
- Near-stock Android with minimal bloatware
- IP68 with stylish vegan leather finish
Cons
- Telephoto is only 2x (no periscope option)
- Software update support shorter than Google/Samsung
- Only one storage configuration
- Curved display prone to accidental touches
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 15 | Motorola Edge 40 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 17 | Android 13 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 171 g | 199 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame | Aluminum frame, vegan leather back |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm | 163.1 x 74.4 x 8.6 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 60 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@60fps Dolby Vision | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP, f/2.2, 114-degree |
| Telephoto | — | 12 MP, f/1.6, 2x optical zoom |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB | 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 3349 mAh | 4600 mAh |
| Charging | 20W wired | 125W TurboPower wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W MagSafe | 15W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 6.67 inches |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED | pOLED |
| Resolution | 2556 x 1179 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 165Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2000 | 1600 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Octa-core (1x3.19 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (5-core) | Adreno 740 |
| Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.1 |
| 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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