Quick Verdict
- Choose Apple iPhone 17e if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17e if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17e if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17e if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17e if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 15
Apple iPhone 17e
Performance
81.7
91.1 ★
Camera
72.0
80.0 ★
Battery
40.0
66.0 ★
Gaming
75.4
85.4 ★
Overall
72.5
83.5 ★
Value for Money
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Best Value ★
Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Apple iPhone 17e
91.1/100
Camera Winner
Apple iPhone 17e
80.0/100
Battery Winner
Apple iPhone 17e
66.0/100
Gaming Winner
Apple iPhone 17e
85.4/100
Overall Winner
Apple iPhone 17e
83.5/100
Best Value
Apple iPhone 17e
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Apple iPhone 17e
📷 Camera
🏆 Apple iPhone 17e
🔋 Battery
🏆 Apple iPhone 17e
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Apple iPhone 17e
💰 Value
🏆 Apple iPhone 17e
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.10"
6.10"
Display Type
Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (HBM), 2000 nits (peak)
Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, 800 nits (HBM), 1200 nits (peak)
Resolution
1179x2556
1170x2532
Refresh Rate
60 Hz
60 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm)
Apple A19 (3 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (5-core graphics)
Apple GPU (4-core graphics)
RAM
6 GB
8 GB
Storage
128 GB
256 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 12 MP, f/2.4, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide)
48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS
Selfie Camera
12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
Video Recording
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps)
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, Dolby Vision HDR, OIS, stereo sound rec.
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
3349 mAh
4005 mAh
Charging
Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min 15W wireless (MagSafe) 15W wireless (Qi2) - requires iOS 17.2 update 4.5W reverse wired
Wired, 50% in 30 min 15W wireless MagSafe/Qi2
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE
5.3, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort
USB Type-C 2.0
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time; International/China)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm (5.81 x 2.82 x 0.31 in)
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm (5.78 x 2.81 x 0.31 in)
Weight
171g
169g
Build Material
Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame
Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), glass back, aluminum frame
Colors
Black, Blue, Green, Yellow, Pink
Black, White, Soft Pink
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 17, upgradable to iOS 26.5
iOS 26.3, upgradable to iOS 27
Our Verdict
Apple iPhone 17e is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 83.5/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Battery, Gaming. Apple iPhone 15 puts up a strong fight with a score of 72.5/100.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Apple iPhone 15
Pros
- Strong performance
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Average camera
- Below-average battery
- Slow 15W charging
Apple iPhone 17e
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Below-average battery
- Slow 15W charging
- 60Hz display only
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Apple iPhone 15 or Apple iPhone 17e?
Apple iPhone 17e is the overall winner with a score of 83.5/100, winning in 4 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 15 or Apple iPhone 17e?
Apple iPhone 17e wins in camera with 80.0/100 vs 72.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Apple iPhone 17e has better battery with a score of 66.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Apple iPhone 17e is better for gaming with a score of 85.4/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Apple iPhone 17e offers better value at PKR 289,000 with a value score of 1.4.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 15 and Apple iPhone 17e?
Apple iPhone 15 costs PKR 344,999 while Apple iPhone 17e costs PKR 289,000. The price difference is PKR 55,999.
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