Are you thinking of buying a new iPhone and your eye falls on the new iPhone 15 series that was recently released? You look at your wallet and reconsider, saying ''Should I check out the iPhone 14 models or even the iPhone 13?'' if you are entering the Apple ecosystem for the first time. Or if you are already an iPhone owner, are you hesitating?

No more questions and panic. Take a breath and let's take a look at a heads up of the 13, 14, and 15 models together so you can choose the best one for your needs.

Everything is a matter of price

For many people, price can be one of the most crucial factors in purchasing a smartphone.

Seeing the iPhone 15 series, we knew from the beginning that the price would increase even more, as the company with the apple logo announced that the new models have received many more improvements compared to their predecessors, and this is something that may not change for the next iPhone series.

Here is where the iPhone 14 Plus reappears, offering you a cheaper option with a larger 6.7'' screen compared to the regular iPhone 15. This phone also offers an incredibly good battery life of 4323 mAh compared to the iPhone 15.

The iPhone 13 mini comes at an even more attractive price. It may not be the latest iPhone model you can buy compared to the iPhone 15. However, you can find it in exciting colors.

The USB-C factor

It's 2023 and Apple has finally embraced USB-C with its latest iPhone. Therefore, the USB-C port on the iPhone 15 will only help you if you have the habit of forgetting your charger at home or if you switch to an Android smartphone.

Of course, the iPhone 15 can be charged with any USB-C charger that is easily available in every corner of the world, but what about those who have already invested in accessories that rely on the Lightning port?

This is where the iPhone 14 and iPhone 13 shine. For someone who already has a bunch of Lightning port accessories, these phones will achieve higher compatibility ratings. The downside of carrying the Lightning charger with you remains, but those who already use an iPhone are likely familiar with Apple's way anyway. Additionally, these iPhones support wireless charging and there is a good chance you have a wireless charging pad at your office or in your car. You can even buy the wireless Apple MagSafe power bank or some of the other cheaper alternative solutions.

#Winner: iPhone 15 (due to universal compatibility) and iPhone 14 (due to compatibility with Lightning accessories).

Performance

Interestingly, this is an area where none of the iPhones have practically any advantage over the other. The iPhone 13 uses the A15 Bionic chip with a 6-core processor and 4-core GPU. The iPhone 14 also uses the same A15 Bionic chip, but with a 6-core processor and 5-core GPU. The iPhone 15 gets the A16 Bionic chip with a 6-core processor and 5-core GPU from last year's iPhone 14 Pro. All these phones are based on the 4 nm chips that Apple has been using for the past two years, and the newer versions offer negligible performance increase.

Out of the three, the iPhone 15 is sure to have a slight performance advantage over the others. However, all three iPhones have more than enough power under the hood to continue operating as smoothly as possible. For tasks like scrolling through social media feeds, sending messages on iMessage or WhatsApp, editing photos, and playing games, the iPhone 13 can do things just as smoothly as the iPhone 15. All credits go to Apple's well-optimized iOS.

#Winner: iPhone 15

Battery Life

The iPhone 14 impressed everyone with its all-day battery life, and Apple promises the same endurance for the iPhone 15. This is not bad, considering that iPhone 14 users have been enjoying long battery life for a year now. The iPhone 13 also offered all-day battery life when it was new, and with the latest optimizations of iOS 17, it will continue to last a long time on a single charge.

If you have a little extra to spend, the iPhone 14 Plus is an excellent option for this aspect. It offers an incredible battery life that can reach two days if used carefully. If battery life is your main concern, this is the best iPhone you can buy right now.

#Winner: iPhone 14 Plus

Cameras

This is an aspect in which the iPhone 15 is sure to offer the best experience of all.

The new main camera 48 megapixel in combination with the improved ISP on the A16 Bionic chip will offer greater improvements in image details and low-light images. The same benefits are also likely to apply to video performance. Basically, you can expect the same camera performance levels as the iPhone 14 Pro. The iPhone 15 also allows post-capture editing in portrait mode, automatic night mode, and automatic portrait mode.

This doesn't mean that you will have to deal with unacceptable cameras on the iPhone 14 and iPhone 13. As long as the lighting conditions are good, the iPhone 13 and iPhone 14 can rival the cameras of the iPhone 15. Even in low-light conditions, the iPhone 14 and iPhone 13 can do a pretty good job of keeping your subjects clear. Additionally, the iPhone 13 lacks the Action Mode and high-resolution Cinematic mode that the iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 have.

#Winner: iPhone 15

Screen

The difference is more apparent here. The iPhone 13 and iPhone 14 have the same 6.1-inch OLED display with a refresh rate of 60 Hz and a maximum brightness of 1,200 nits. These screens are excellent for indoor use, but not as much when you are outdoors.

The iPhone 15 shakes things up here. It also features a 6.1-inch OLED display with a refresh rate of 60 Hz, but the maximum brightness reaches 2,000 nits. The benefits of the brighter screen should be visible when watching HDR content or viewing the screen outdoors. The Dynamic Island still takes up as much space as the notch, but its smart features make this exclusive space useful with real-time app progress notifications.

#Winner: iPhone 15

End of the game

Conclusively, the iPhone 15 is the top choice right now. If budget is not a constraint, there is nothing better than this. With upgraded cameras, the brightest display (with Dynamic Island), USB-C charging port, and the most tuned chipset, you can't find a more complete package than this model.

However, if owning the latest features is not a priority, then the second option is the iPhone 14 Plus. It costs the same as a brand new iPhone 15, but its giant size welcomes you with a captivating display and excellent battery life.

Finally, the iPhone 13 is a good offer for someone who wants to enter the world of iPhones or upgrade from any iPhone older than the iPhone 11, but has a limited budget. It has everything you need for a stable experience and is available in a variety of interesting colors.