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iPhone 15 vs iPhone 13

iPhone 15 vs iPhone 13

iPhone 15 vs iPhone 13: Balancing Innovation and Value, with the Perks of Certified Pre-Owned from Plug

Introduction

With Apple's recent unveiling of the iPhone 15, the tech world is abuzz about its innovative features and high-end performance. But how does this new flagship compare with last year's popular model, the iPhone 13? In this blog post, we will explore the key differences between the iPhone 15 and the iPhone 13 to help you make an informed decision. Additionally, we’ll delve into the advantages of choosing a certified pre-owned device from Plug.

Design and Build

iPhone 15

  • Aluminum and glass design
  • Ceramic Shield front cover
  • IP68 water and dust resistance

iPhone 13

  • Aluminum and glass design
  • Ceramic Shield front cover
  • IP68 water and dust resistance

Interestingly, both phones feature very similar design elements, including the aluminum and glass build, Ceramic Shield front, and IP68 rating.

Display

iPhone 15

  • 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display
  • HDR10, Dolby Vision, and Wide Color (P3)

iPhone 13

  • 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display
  • HDR10, Dolby Vision

The display quality is virtually identical between the two models, with both offering stunning Super Retina XDR displays and HDR support.

Performance

iPhone 15

  • A16 Bionic chip
  • 6-core CPU
  • 5-core GPU
  • 16-core Neural Engine

iPhone 13

  • A15 Bionic chip
  • 6-core CPU
  • 4-core GPU
  • 16-core Neural Engine

The iPhone 15's A16 Bionic chip provides a slight performance boost over the iPhone 13's A15, but both are extremely capable and efficient.

Camera System

iPhone 15

  • Triple camera setup with advanced computational photography features
  • Night mode on all lenses

iPhone 13

  • Dual-camera setup
  • Computational photography features
  • Night mode

The iPhone 15 takes the cake with its triple-camera setup and more advanced computational photography features, though the iPhone 13's camera system is nothing to scoff at.

Battery Life

Both models are highly efficient, but the iPhone 15's A16 Bionic chip offers some incremental improvements in battery longevity.

The Plug Advantage: Why Choose Certified Pre-Owned?

  1. Affordability: Buying a pre-owned device can yield substantial savings.
  2. Quality Assurance: Plug ensures every device is rigorously tested.
  3. Warranty: Get peace of mind with a warranty on your certified pre-owned device.
  4. Sustainability: Choosing a pre-owned device is an eco-friendly choice.

Conclusion

While the iPhone 15 represents the forefront of technology with its slight edge in performance and camera capabilities, the iPhone 13 remains a strong contender, offering near-flagship performance at a more affordable price point. If you’re looking to balance innovation and value, consider the benefits of certified pre-owned devices from Plug.

Stay tuned for more insightful comparisons and updates on the world of certified pre-owned electronics from Plug!

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Compare Specs

iPhone 15 (Unlocked)
iPhone 15 (Unlocked) Sale priceFrom $559.99 Regular price$829.99
iPhone 13 (Unlocked)
iPhone 13 (Unlocked) Sale priceFrom $369.99 Regular price$829.99
iPhone 15 (Unlocked)
iPhone 15 (Unlocked) Sale priceFrom $559.99 Regular price$829.99
iPhone 13 (Unlocked)
iPhone 13 (Unlocked) Sale priceFrom $369.99 Regular price$829.99
Color Options

Black, Green, Yellow, Pink, and Blue

Green, Pink, Blue, Starlight, Midnight, Red

Display

Super Retina XDR display
6.1-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display
Dynamic Island

Super Retina XDR display
6.1-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display1
HDR Display
2532-by-1170-pixel resolution at 460 ppi

Camera

Advanced dual-camera system (48MP Main and 12MP Ultra Wide)
Main: 48MP, ƒ/1.6 aperture
Ultra Wide: 12MP, ƒ/2.4 aperture
Sensor-shift optical image stabilization
.5x, 1x, 2x optical zoom options

Dual 12MP camera system (Main and Ultra Wide)
Main: ƒ/1.6 aperture
Ultra Wide: ƒ/2.4 aperture
Sensor-shift optical image stabilization

Video Recording

4K video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps
1080p HD video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps
Cinematic mode for recording videos with shallow depth of field (up to 4K HDR at 30 fps)
Action mode

4K video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps
1080p HD video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps
Cinematic mode for recording videos with shallow depth of field (1080p at 30 fps)
HDR video recording with Dolby Vision up to 4K at 60 fps

Power and Battery

Built-in rechargeable lithium‑ion battery
MagSafe and Qi wireless charging

Built-in rechargeable lithium‑ion battery
MagSafe and Qi wireless charging

5G Compatible

yes

yes