iPhone 15 Plus sets new battery life record, outlasting even the latest 'Pro' models

The iPhone 15 Plus has achieved a groundbreaking feat by setting a new record for battery life, surpassing even the latest 'Pro' models in a recent test.

The iPhone 15 Plus, despite sporting the same A16 Bionic chip as the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max, has managed to achieve remarkable battery life in a recent YouTuber's test. Surprisingly, even the more premium iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, equipped with the efficient 3nm A17 Pro SoC, couldn't match the longevity of this seemingly technologically inferior model. Let's delve deeper into this intriguing battery life test.

iPhone 15 Plus sets new battery life record, outlasting even the latest 'Pro' models

In Mrwhosetheboss' comprehensive battery life test, the entire iPhone 15 and iPhone 14 lineup was put to the challenge, including the iPhone 13 Pro Max. The iPhone 15 Plus, equipped with a 4,383mAh battery, slightly outperformed the iPhone 14 Pro Max and fell just short of the iPhone 15 Pro Max's 4,422mAh capacity. As the test commenced, Apple's top-tier iPhone 15 Pro Max initially took the lead, but its reign was short-lived.

During the test, Mrwhosetheboss pointed out that the 'Pro' models feature a 120Hz ProMotion LTPO panel capable of scaling down to 10Hz for static content. However, as various segments of the battery life test involved dynamic content, the advanced display technology of the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max offered minimal advantages over the iPhone 15 Plus.

The inclusion of the Dynamic Island feature might have also contributed to slight battery consumption, as the YouTuber observed background processes associated with animations. While Apple touted the A17 Pro's efficiency in its keynote, these benefits didn't seem to translate into real-world performance, at least not in this particular test.

As the test continued, the base iPhone 14 was the first to fall short in the battery life race, followed by the base iPhone 15, leaving the iPhone 15 Plus steadily chugging along. The final results were quite astonishing, with the non-Pro 6.7-inch iPhone 15 Plus lasting an impressive 13 hours and 19 minutes. In comparison, the $1,199 iPhone 15 Pro Max managed 11 hours and 41 minutes, narrowly surpassing the iPhone 13 Pro Max, which clocked in at 11 hours and 19 minutes before running out of juice.

These unexpected findings highlight the iPhone 15 Plus as a potential favorite among consumers who prioritize exceptional battery life. However, it's worth noting that individual experiences may vary, as the YouTuber based his tests on what he considers an accurate representation of daily iPhone usage habits. In light of these results, the efficiency of the A17 Pro chip in the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max may leave some users disappointed.