The iPhone 15 measures 147.6 mm tall, 71.6 mm wide and 7.80 mm thick, according to Apple’s technical specifications. In inches, that is 5.81 x 2.82 x 0.31.
The phone weighs 171 grams (6.02 ounces) and has a 6.1-inch display. Apple announced the iPhone 15 on September 12, 2023, and released it on September 22, 2023.
iPhone 15 size and dimensions
Apple lists four physical measurements for the iPhone 15. The table below shows each one in metric and imperial units.
| Measurement | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 147.6 mm | 5.81 in |
| Width | 71.6 mm | 2.82 in |
| Depth | 7.80 mm | 0.31 in |
| Weight | 171 g | 6.02 oz |
| Display (diagonal) | 15.5 cm | 6.1 in |
The iPhone 15 has an aluminum frame, a Ceramic Shield front and a color-infused glass back. It came in five finishes: black, blue, green, yellow and pink.
iPhone 15 size in everyday terms
A standard bank card is 85.6 mm long and 54 mm wide. The iPhone 15 is about 1.7 times as long as a bank card and about 18 mm wider.
At 7.80 mm, the iPhone 15 body is thinner than a standard AAA battery, which is about 10.5 mm across. The rear camera bump adds extra depth that Apple does not include in its listed measurement.
iPhone 15 screen size and resolution
The iPhone 15 has a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display. Apple notes that the screen has rounded corners. Measured as a full rectangle, the diagonal is 6.12 inches, and the actual viewable area is a little smaller.
The display has a resolution of 2556 x 1179 pixels at 460 pixels per inch. The top of the screen includes the Dynamic Island, a pill-shaped cutout that holds the front camera and Face ID sensors.
The iPhone 15 Plus uses a 6.7-inch display (6.69 inches as a rectangle) with a 2796 x 1290 resolution. Both models have the same pixel density of 460 ppi.
How heavy is the iPhone 15?
The iPhone 15 weighs 171 grams, or 6.02 ounces. It is the lightest phone in the iPhone 15 lineup.
The iPhone 15 Pro weighs 187 grams, which is 16 grams more. The iPhone 15 Plus weighs 201 grams, and the iPhone 15 Pro Max reached 221 grams, the heaviest of the four.
The Pro Max weighs 50 grams more than the iPhone 15. This is a 29% increase over the base model.
iPhone 15 size vs the rest of the iPhone 15 lineup
Apple sold four iPhone 15 models in two screen sizes. The iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro share a 6.1-inch display. The iPhone 15 Plus and iPhone 15 Pro Max share a 6.7-inch display.
| Model | Height | Width | Depth | Weight | Display |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone 15 | 147.6 mm | 71.6 mm | 7.80 mm | 171 g | 6.1 in |
| iPhone 15 Plus | 160.9 mm | 77.8 mm | 7.80 mm | 201 g | 6.7 in |
| iPhone 15 Pro | 146.6 mm | 70.6 mm | 8.25 mm | 187 g | 6.1 in |
| iPhone 15 Pro Max | 159.9 mm | 76.7 mm | 8.25 mm | 221 g | 6.7 in |
iPhone 15 vs iPhone 15 Plus size
The iPhone 15 Plus is 13.3 mm taller and 6.2 mm wider than the iPhone 15. Both phones are 7.80 mm thick.
The larger body holds a bigger battery. Apple rates the iPhone 15 Plus for up to 26 hours of video playback, compared with up to 20 hours for the iPhone 15.
iPhone 15 vs iPhone 15 Pro size
The iPhone 15 Pro has a smaller footprint than the iPhone 15. It is 1 mm shorter and 1 mm narrower.
The Pro is 0.45 mm thicker, at 8.25 mm, and 16 grams heavier. It uses a titanium frame instead of aluminum, and both phones have the same 6.1-inch screen.
iPhone 15 size compared with the iPhone 14 and iPhone 16
The iPhone 15 kept close to the size of the model before it. The iPhone 16 that followed in 2024 uses the same outer dimensions.
| Model | Year | Height | Width | Depth | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone 14 | 2022 | 146.7 mm | 71.5 mm | 7.80 mm | 172 g |
| iPhone 15 | 2023 | 147.6 mm | 71.6 mm | 7.80 mm | 171 g |
| iPhone 16 | 2024 | 147.6 mm | 71.6 mm | 7.80 mm | 170 g |
The iPhone 15 is 0.9 mm taller and 0.1 mm wider than the iPhone 14. It is also 1 gram lighter.
The iPhone 16 matches the iPhone 15 in height, width and depth, and weighs 170 grams. The two phones differ in camera layout and buttons. The iPhone 16 has vertical rear cameras and a Camera Control button on the side, so most iPhone 16 cases are not cut for the iPhone 15.
FAQ
What are the iPhone 15 dimensions in inches?
The iPhone 15 measures 5.81 inches tall, 2.82 inches wide and 0.31 inches thick. It weighs 6.02 ounces, according to Apple.
Is the iPhone 15 bigger than the iPhone 14?
Yes, by a small margin. The iPhone 15 is 0.9 mm taller and 0.1 mm wider than the iPhone 14. Both are 7.80 mm thick, and the iPhone 15 is 1 gram lighter.
Is the iPhone 15 the same size as the iPhone 16?
Yes. Both phones measure 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.80 mm. The iPhone 16 weighs 170 grams, 1 gram less than the iPhone 15.
What is the iPhone 15 screen size?
The iPhone 15 has a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display. Measured as a full rectangle, it is 6.12 inches diagonal, with a 2556 x 1179 resolution at 460 ppi.
Is the iPhone 15 smaller than the iPhone 15 Pro?
No. The iPhone 15 Pro is 1 mm shorter and 1 mm narrower than the iPhone 15. The Pro is 0.45 mm thicker and 16 grams heavier.
