iPhone 15 Pro vs iPhone 14 Pro: which model to choose?

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At its product announcement entry event this year, Apple introduced the iPhone 15 line, consisting of the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max.

If you have set your sights on the iPhone 15 Pro, it is because you probably appreciate the “Pro” features, such as greater autonomy, a better quality camera and a more powerful processor. There are only a few differences between last year’s Pro model and the brand new model and they may influence your decision.

For example, the iPhone 15 Pro is 9% lighter than the iPhone 14 Pro, and it is he who debuts with the A17 Pro chip, the most powerful processor to date of Apple’s smartphones according to the brand’s claim. In addition, the iPhone 15 range is the first iPhone family made of titanium.

The comparative characteristics of the iPhone 14 Pro and theiPhone 15 Pro

iPhone 14 Pro

• Screen : 6.1-inch OLED with 120Hz (460 ppi)
• Weight : 206g
• Processor : A16 Bionic Chip
• RAM/Storage : 6GB with 128GB/256GB/512GB/1TB
• Battery : 3,200 mAh with 20 W charge
• Camera : main 48 Mpx, ultra-wide 12 Mpx, telephoto 12 Mpx, frontal 12 Mpx
• Connectivity 5G (sub-6 GHz and mmWave)
• Price : 1130 €

iPhone 15 Pro

• Screen : 6.1-inch OLED with 120Hz (460 ppi)
• Weight : 187g.
• Processor : A17 Pro Chip.
• RAM/Storage : 8 GB with 128 GB/256 GB/512 GB/1TB.
• Battery : 3,650 mAh with 20 W charge.
• Camera : 48MP main, 12MP ultra-wide, 12MP telephoto (2x), 12MP telephoto (3x), 12MP frontal.
• Connectivity 5G (sub-6 GHz and mmWave)
• Price : 1230 €.

You should buy the iPhone 14 Pro though…

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1. you want the cheapest option

Shortly after Apple announced the iPhone 15 range, the prices of the iPhone 14 were reduced. If you want to get as close as possible to the iPhone 15, you can buy the iPhone 14 Pro. Except for an improved chip and some aesthetic improvements, the internal components of the iPhone 14 are very similar to those of its successor.

However, Apple usually abandons last year’s Pro models shortly after the announcement of a new iPhone line in order to avoid interference with sales of the new iPhone. Therefore, if you want to buy an iPhone 14 Pro, you will have to consult other sellers such as Amazon, Fnac or your mobile operator while stocks last.

2. you are not ready to give up your Lightning cable(s)

It’s official: the latest iPhones are abandoning Lightning ports in favor of USB-C. The switch to USB-C is especially important for iPhone users outside the United States, thanks to a law adopted by the European Parliament that requires all electronic devices to be compatible with USB-C by the end of 2024.

However, iPhone users are not forced to get rid of their Lightning charging cords. If you own an Apple Watch, AirPods, a Magic Mouse, a Magic Keyboard, an iPhone 14 or older, or a Magic Trackpad, you probably have a lot of Lightning cords lying around.

So if you want to keep the Lightning cable, buy the iPhone 14 Pro.

3. Are you a fan of the golden iPhones

Apple first introduced gold-colored iPhones in 2013 with the release of the iPhone 5s. This design decision was heavily influenced by Asian consumers who associate the gold color with wealth and luxury. Soon after, Apple only offered the golden iPhones in the “Plus” and “Pro” models, thus indicating to consumers that to acquire a golden iPhone, they had to pay extra.

But everything changes with the iPhone 15 Pro, which is now available in various variations of titanium, “natural”, “blue”, “white” and “black”.

So, if you want to get your hands on an iPhone Gold, you will have to settle for the iPhone 14 Pro.

You should buy the iPhone 15 Pro though…

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1. you definitely want the button Action

The Action button, which first appeared on the Apple Watch Ultra, is a button that performs a specific action when pressed. On the iPhone 15 Pro, the Action button replaces the mute button. He always acts like one… mute button, if desired.

You can switch between actions that can interact with Dynamic Island, such as Voice Memos (dictaphone) and Camera (camera or video), and run the shortcuts created in the Shortcuts app. Instead of a switch, the Action button on the iPhone 15 Pro looks like the volume control buttons.

2. you want a USB-C recharge

The iPhone 15 Pro is therefore part of the first iPhone generation to use USB-C charging. The USB-C charging port is widespread in almost all consumer technology products other than Apple’s. The USB-C charging port is now widespread among consumer high-tech products other than those from Apple. Therefore, if you own a tablet, headphones or a smartwatch other than Apple’s, chances are you have a small collection of USB-C cables.

In addition, the USB-C cables of the iPhone 15 are matched to the color of the iPhone you are buying. Cute.

3. you want better performance

As is the Apple tradition, any device followed by the “Pro” modifier is guaranteed to have high-end features. The iPhone 15 Pro is equipped with an improved Apple A17 Pro chip that offers increased efficiency and performance.

If we combine this new chip with increased RAM, iPhone 15 Pro users should benefit from smoother multitasking, because applications can run in the background for longer without crashes or execution delays.

iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 FAQs

Is the iPhone 15 Pro’s camera more efficient?

The iPhone 15 Pro has an improved main camera with a larger sensor than that of the iPhone 14 Pro. Both smartphones share the same number of pixels of 48 Mpx, but iPhone 15 Pro users can change the focal length of the camera. The focal length of a camera determines the extent, the angle of the field around the target to be captured.

The iPhone 15 Pro also has improved digital photography functions, especially with regard to focusing and depth of field control. With the iPhone 15 Pro, users no longer need to select Portrait mode before taking a photo. The smartphone can automatically detect a subject and change the depth of field (sharpness area in front and back of the subject on which the focus is made).

Will the iPhone 15 Pro fit the iPhone 14 Pro cases?

The answer is simple: No. The long answer: there are some aesthetic differences between the iPhone 15 Pro and the iPhone 14 Pro that make it impossible to use a case common to both devices.

The iPhone 15 is thinner and shorter than its predecessor. It also has curved edges instead of flat edges. Therefore, if you try to insert your iPhone 15 Pro into the case of an iPhone 14 Pro, you will encounter slight adjustment problems and may damage your new mobile.

Is the iPhone 15 Pro compatible with the screen protectors of the iPhone 14 Pro?

The answer is simple: No. The long answer: The iPhone 15 Pro will not fit perfectly to the iPhone 14 Pro screen protectors for the same reason that it will not fit the iPhone 14 Pro cases.

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