Quick Verdict
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Apple iPhone 15 Plus if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 15 Plus
Apple iPhone 17
Performance
81.7
91.1 ★
Camera
72.0
80.0 ★
Battery
66.0 ★
56.0
Gaming
75.4
92.9 ★
Overall
77.7
82.8 ★
Value for Money
Equal
Equal
Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Apple iPhone 17
91.1/100
Camera Winner
Apple iPhone 17
80.0/100
Battery Winner
Apple iPhone 15 Plus
66.0/100
Gaming Winner
Apple iPhone 17
92.9/100
Overall Winner
Apple iPhone 17
82.8/100
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Apple iPhone 17
📷 Camera
🏆 Apple iPhone 17
🔋 Battery
🏆 Apple iPhone 15 Plus
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Apple iPhone 17
💰 Value
Tie
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.70"
6.30"
Display Type
Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (HBM), 2000 nits (peak)
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits
Resolution
1290x2796
1206x2622
Refresh Rate
60 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm)
Apple A19 (3 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (5-core graphics)
Apple GPU (5-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), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide)
Selfie Camera
12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
18 MP multi-aspect, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide), 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, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps)
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
4383 mAh
3692 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, PD3.2, AVS, 50% in 20 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✗ No
✓ 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/6/7, tri-band, hotspot
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE
6.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort
USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm (6.33 x 3.06 x 0.31 in)
149.6 x 71.5 x 8 mm (5.89 x 2.81 x 0.31 in)
Weight
201g
177g
Build Material
Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame
Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, glass back
Colors
Black, Blue, Green, Yellow, Pink
Black, White, Mist Blue, Sage, Lavender
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 17, upgradable to iOS 26.5
iOS 26, upgradable to iOS 26.5
Our Verdict
Apple iPhone 17 is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 82.8/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Gaming. Apple iPhone 15 Plus puts up a strong fight and wins in Battery.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Plus
Pros
- Strong performance
- NFC payments
Cons
- Average camera
- Below-average battery
- Slow 15W charging
Apple iPhone 17
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Below-average battery
- Premium pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Apple iPhone 15 Plus or Apple iPhone 17?
Apple iPhone 17 is the overall winner with a score of 82.8/100, winning in 3 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 15 Plus or Apple iPhone 17?
Apple iPhone 17 wins in camera with 80.0/100 vs 72.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Apple iPhone 15 Plus has better battery with a score of 66.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Apple iPhone 17 is better for gaming with a score of 92.9/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Both phones offer similar value for money.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 15 Plus and Apple iPhone 17?
Apple iPhone 15 Plus costs PKR 384,999 while Apple iPhone 17 costs PKR 398,999. The price difference is PKR 14,000.
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