The new iPhone models presented at the autumn presentation are already on sale in Russia, and older Apple smartphones have fallen slightly in price.
It’s time to put together a buyer’s guide again with all the current iPhone models.
The complete history of the evolution of the iPhone. All 18 signs: where did you start?
Content:
▪ You do not need to purchase these iPhone models.
▪ Discontinued but still active iPhone models
▫ iPhone 13 mini
▫ iPhone 13
▫ iPhone 13 Pro/13 Pro Max
▫ iPhone 14 Pro/14 Pro Max▪ Current iPhone models
▫ iPhone SE 3rd generation (2022)
▫ iPhone 14/14 Plus
▫ iPhone 15/15 Plus
▫ iPhone 15 Pro/15 Pro Max
▫ iPhone 16/16 Plus
▫ iPhone 16 Pro/16 Pro Max▪ The ultimate guide to choosing a model
You don’t need to buy these iPhone models
▶ iPhone SE 2020 1st generation (our review).
▶ iPhone 12 mini (our review). The compact “mini” has poor autonomy; over time, with the release of the model, the battery has further degraded. Take care to carry your PowerBank with you at all times. It’s better to save up for 13 minis.
▶ iPhone 12 (our review). This line will receive new versions of iOS for at least another 2 years, but every year it will work slower and the battery will last less and less. This is a purchase for 1.5-2 years, it is better to look at the iPhone 13.
▶ iPhone 12 Pro/12 Pro Max (our review). It’s hard to find on sale and lacks the main trump card of the modern Pro line – a 120 Hz screen with ProMotion.
It is definitely not recommended to watch even older models. Perhaps as a dialer for additional or undemanding users.
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Discontinued but still active iPhone models
These devices are not obsolete yet, Apple just removed them from the shelves in order to better sell new products. Depending on the intensity and possible impact, they feel quite normal and solve most everyday problems.
iPhone 13 mini. The latest compact iPhone
Read our iPhone 13 mini review
Specifications:
▸ CPU: A15 Bionic (Fall 2021)
▸ RAM: 4 GB
▸ Memory: 128/256/512 GB
▸ Screen: 5.4″
▸ Cameras: 12MP and ultra-wide 12MP + 12MP front
▸ Battery: 2406 mAh
▸ Authorization: Face ID
Unlike the compact, the “trinashka” holds the charge better, but at the same time it still turns out to be inactive users. You can only take it if you really need a compact format.
✅ The filling is still quite normal, the model will receive iOS updates for at least 3 years.
⛔ It’s expensive, like for an iPhone, it’s already 3 years old.
Who is this iPhone suitable for: only if you need the smallest iPhone.
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iPhone 13 is still a good model from abroad
Read our iPhone 13 review
Specifications:
▸ CPU: A15 Bionic (Fall 2021)
▸ RAM: 4 GB
▸ Memory: 128/256/512 GB
▸ Screen: 6.1″
▸ Cameras: 12MP and ultra-wide 12MP + 12MP front
▸ Battery: 3227 mAh
▸ Authorization: Face ID
This year, the “three-piece” was removed from the contours of current iPhones, but the model continues to be a good buy. The model has virtually no differences from the newer iPhone 14 (even the hardware is the same), the price difference is 10-12 thousand.
What is the difference between iPhone 14 and iPhone 13. All the details
You can only overpay for a different color of the case, which is not available in the iPhone 13.
✅ A vigorous smartphone that doesn’t look too old and works well.
⛔ The filling is not the newest.
Who is this iPhone suitable for: The most affordable iPhone with Face ID (in many stores the “mini” costs more). If you take an iPhone with a reserve of 2-3 years and don’t want to overpay, this is your option.
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iPhone 13 Pro/13 Pro Max. The most affordable iPhone with 120Hz headphones
Read our iPhone 13 Pro review
Specifications:
▸ CPU: A15 Bionic (Fall 2021)
▸ RAM: 6 GB
▸ Memory: 128/256/512/1024 GB
▸ Screen: 6.1″/6.7″, ProMotion 120 Hz
▸ Cameras: 12MP, ultra-wide 12MP, telephoto 12MP + 12MP front
▸ Battery: 3095/4352 mAh
▸ Authorization: Face ID
The model has better parameters than the newer one iPhone 14. Has a great screen Promotion 120 Hz and a camera with a telephoto.
✅ Filling at the iPhone 14 level, 6GB RAMfrom the screen Promotion 120 Hz.
⛔ It’s expensive, like for an iPhone, it’s already 3 years old.
Who is this iPhone suitable for: If you need a screen with a frequency of 120 Hz, but want to save money, this is a suitable option.
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iPhone 14 Pro/14 Pro Max. Good flagship, but without Apple Intelligence
Read our iPhone 14 Pro review
Specifications:
▸ CPU: A16 Bionic (Fall 2022)
▸ RAM: 6 GB
▸ Memory: 128/256/512/1024 GB
▸ Screen: 6.1″/6.7″, ProMotion 120 Hz
▸ Cameras: 48MP, ultra-wide 12MP, telephoto 12MP + 12MP front
▸ Battery: 3200/4323 mAh
▸ Authorization: Face ID
The model is only two years old, the hardware is quite powerful, enough not only for everyday tasks, but also for compelling games. At the same time, the models already have a modern design with a dynamic island and all the goodies of the pro-line.
✅ Good filling, performance reserve, excellent screen. Current design.
⛔High price. The model will not have new AI options coming this year.
Who is this iPhone suitable for: If you need powerful Apple Intelligence firmware, no.
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Current iPhone models
These are the models that are officially sold on the Apple website. Not all of them are profitable, more on that below.
iPhone SE 3rd generation (2022). Forget about him forever
Specifications:
▸ CPU: A15 Bionic (Fall 2021)
▸ RAM: 4 GB
▸ Memory: 64/128/256 GB
▸ Screen: 4.7″
▸ Cameras: 12MP + 7MP front camera
▸ Battery: 2018 mAh
▸ Authorization: Touch ID
Most likely, in the spring, the Cupertino team will show the next SE in a new frameless design. The current model looks very ancient with frames above the table and below the display and with a Home key.
✅ Good hardware: A15 Bionic And 4 GB RAM.
⛔ Very old design, very weak battery, very small screen 4.7″weak cameras and no Face ID.
Who is this iPhone suitable for: plays only the role of a dialer with the Apple support ecosystem.
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iPhone 14/14 Plus. Brothers model there is no point
Specifications:
▸ CPU: A15 Bionic (Fall 2021)
▸ RAM: 6 GB
▸ Memory: 128/256/512 GB
▸ Screen: 6.1″/6.7″
▸ Cameras: 12MP and ultra-wide 12MP + 12MP front
▸ Battery: 3279/4325 mAh
▸ Authorization: Face ID
The model was strange when it was released and continues to be so today. The filling is no different from the iPhone 13; the more expensive iPhone 15 received a new design with a dynamic island.
You can either take a “three-dollar” or pay extra for the iPhone 15 or iPhone 13 Pro. In the first case, save 10-12 thousand, and in the second, get a new design or 120 Hz screen.
✅ Good filling, 6GB RAM.
⛔ It’s not clear what this model should surprise in the line. The chances of finding a buyer are only for the iPhone 14 Plus.
Who is this iPhone suitable for: almost no one.
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iPhone 15/15 Plus. A good option in a new design, but without AI
Read our iPhone 15 review
Specifications:
▸ CPU: A16 Bionic (Fall 2022)
▸ RAM: 6 GB
▸ Memory: 128/256/512 GB
▸ Screen: 6.1″/6.7″
▸ Cameras: 48MP and ultra-wide 12MP + 12MP front
▸ Battery: 3349/4422 mAh
▸ Authorization: Face ID
Last year’s basic line still looks great compared to the new products. It has good hardware and a modern appearance. There are only no buttons for switching silent mode and a new key to launch the camera.
What is the difference between the iPhone 16 and the iPhone 15. Comparison of characteristics
✅ Good hardware with a supply of at least 3-4 years. Great screen Type-C instead of placing Lightning and camera 48 MP.
⛔ No Promotion 120 Hz.
Who is this iPhone suitable for: If you don’t need a 120 Hz screen and want an iPhone with an active island.
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iPhone 15 Pro/15 Pro Max. A worthy alternative to a modern flagship
Read our iPhone 15 Pro review
Specifications:
▸ CPU: A17 Pro (Fall 2023)
▸ RAM: 8 GB
▸ Memory: 128/256/512/1024 GB
▸ Screen: 6.1″/6.7″, ProMotion 120 Hz
▸ Cameras: 48MP, ultra-wide 12MP, telephoto 12MP + front camera 12MP
▸ Battery: 3650/4852 mAh
▸ Authorization: Face ID
The model is almost no different from modern flagships. Most of the features, design and AI support are here too.
What is the difference between the iPhone 16 Pro and the iPhone 15 Pro. We compared and found 10 innovations
This past top will now become cheaper, and the new code can only be used to turn on the camera.
✅ Top hardware, excellent camera, Type-C connector, support for all AI features.
⛔In the version 15 Pro Max no models available 128 GB. Price.
Who is this iPhone suitable for: Anyone who needs a top-end smartphone, but wants to save money.
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iPhone 16/16 Plus. Expensive line with 60 Hz earphone
Specifications:
▸ CPU: A18 Bionic (fall 2024)
▸ RAM: 8 GB
▸ Memory: 128/256/512 GB
▸ Screen: 6.1″/6.7″
▸ Cameras: 48MP and ultra-wide 12MP + 12MP front
▸ Battery: 3561/4674 mAh
▸ Authorization: Face ID
The new base line was disappointed with the 60Hz display. The remaining characteristics are top-end, but differ little from previous models. Fish 2024 – the camera button does not save the situation.
✅ Filling, camera, body colors, AI support.
⛔ Price, no 120 Hz.
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iPhone 16 Pro/16 Pro Max. Expensive rich
Read our iPhone 16 Pro review
Specifications:
▸ CPU: A18 Pro (Fall 2024)
▸ RAM: 8 GB
▸ Memory: 128/256/512/1024 GB
▸ Screen: 6.3″/6.9″
▸ Cameras: 48MP, ultra-wide 48MP and telephoto 12MP + front camera 12MP
▸ Battery: 3582/4685 mAh
▸ Authorization: Face ID
Top-of-the-line with strong Apple engineering, and that’s all there is to it. If your budget allows, this is an excellent smartphone, but if you need to save money, you can take the previous top.
✅ Filling, camera, support II, larger screen.
⛔ Price, boring colors.
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The Ultimate Guide to Model Selection
We have identified a device that can and cannot be purchased in the fall.
These models can be purchased in 2024:
👍 iPhone 13 mini And iPhone 13. The filling is still ok, but everything else is cheaper.
👍 The most affordable model with 120 Hz headphones – iPhone 13 Pro/13 Pro Max.
👍 A good model with an active island, but the screen is 60 Hz – iPhone 15/15 plus.
👍 Good flagships without the main AI features – iPhone 14 Pro/14 Pro Max.
👍 Great flagships with all the amenities of AI – iPhone 15 Pro/15 Pro Max.
It is better not to buy these models in 2024:
👎 Smartphone with a constant view – iPhone SE 3rd generation.
👎 iPhone 12/12 mini they will last a couple more years at most, better look at the “three-necks”.
👎 Strange models iPhone 14/14 plusthere are more worthy analogues.
👎 Expensive basic iPhones without 120 Hz screen – iPhone 16/16 plus.
👎 Dear flagships – iPhone 16 Pro/16 Pro MaxIt’s better to take last year’s.
We always welcome your opinions and recommendations in the comments.
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Source: Iphones RU
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