Reasons For Not To Settle for the iPhone 15’s Dim Display and Wait for the iPhone 16’s Brighter OLED Screen

The iPhone 15 launch is just around the corner and it is rumored to have some kind of a similar display to the iPhone 14.

This means that it will have a maximum brightness of 1200 nits. While this is still a good brightness, it is less bright than some of its competitors, like the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, with a maximum brightness of 1750 nits.

So, should you buy the iPhone 15 when it launches, or should you wait for the launch of the iPhone 16?

Rumors suggest it could have a much brighter OLED screen with a maximum brightness of 1500 nits. So, this can be one of the brightest smartphones in the prevailing market.

Of course, you must consider other factors when choosing between iPhone 15 and 16. Here are some potential reasons to skip the much-awaited iPhone 15 and wait for iPhone 16 next year!

Also read: How to stop iPhone from dimming.

iPhone 15 rumours and speculations

iPhone 15, the upcoming line of smartphones from Apple, is expected to launch on Tuesday, September 12 this year.

It is rumored to have four different models – the iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, and 15 Pro Max.

All four models are rumored to switch from Lightning to USB-C connectivity.

The iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus is expected to run on the A16 Bionic chip, whereas, the iPhone 15 Pro & iPhone 15 Pro Max will be using the A17 Bionic chip, which is much more expensive this year.

The iPhone 15 & iPhone 15 Plus will have a 6.1-inch & 6.7-inch display, respectively.

The iPhone 15 Pro & iPhone 15 Pro Max will have a 6.1-inch & 6.7-inch display and a punch-hole cutout instead of a notch.

The iPhone 15 & iPhone 15 Plus will have a 48-megapixel camera, while the iPhone 15 Pro & iPhone 15 Pro Max will have a 48-megapixel camera, a 12-megapixel ultrawide camera, along with a 3x optical zoom 12-megapixel telephoto camera.

The iPhone 15 Pro & iPhone 15 Pro Max will have a titanium frame & a new design with more curved edges.

While the iPhone 15 Pro Max is rumored to have a periscope-style telephoto lens with 6x optical zoom.

Rumoured Specifications of iPhone 15

6.06-inch OLED display

1170 x 2532 resolution

450 PPI

1200 nits peak brightness (HDR)

True Tone display

Wide color (P3) gamut

Haptic Touch

Pricing

The iPhone 15 is rumored to start at $799, and the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Mx models are expected to start at $1,099 & $1,299 respectively. Since there is no official announcement from Apple, we should all wait for the official confirmation until September 12 to see what the final product looks like.

Why the iPhone 16 seems to be a better deal!

The iPhone 16 is rumored to be released by 2024. As per leaks, it can have a wider display size for the Pro models, with 6.27 inches for the iPhone 16 Pro & 6.86 inches for the Pro Max model.

All the iPhone 16 models are rumored to have a punch-hole display design that would allow for a larger screen without needing a notch and under-display Face ID for a full-screen display without any cutouts for the Face ID sensors.

The cameras are expected to be much improved versions. For iPhone 16 Pro models,  it will be a 48MP main camera, a 12MP ultrawide camera, & a 12MP telephoto camera.

The iPhone 16 can have a 12MP main camera & a 12MP ultrawide camera.

The iPhone 16 is rumored to be powered by the ultra-modern A17 Bionic chip and will come pre-installed with iOS 17.

Though, these are just rumors. Apple has not announced any of these features officially. We will have to wait until 2024 to see what the iPhone 16 actually has to offer.

Rumoured Specifications of iPhone 16

6.4-inch OLED display

1200 x 2600 resolution

447 PPI

1500 nits peak brightness (HDR)

True Tone display

Wide color (P3) gamut

Haptic Touch

Micro-lens array (MLA)

Pricing

Considering the factor that the price of the iPhone 15 is not yet officially announced, it can be a bit early to guess the iPhone 16’s price. But we can expect it to be over $1199.

Should You Skip the iPhone 15 and Wait For the iPhone 16?

The iPhone 16’s OLED screen is expected to be brighter than the iPhone 15’s.

This is based on the MLA display technology that uses billions of tiny lenses to improve the brightness & contrast of the display screen.

This means the iPhone 16’s screen can showcase brighter images & videos compared to the iPhone 15 series, even in direct sunlight.

In addition to being brighter, the iPhone 16’s OLED screen is rumored to be more energy efficient as the MLA technology reduces the amount of light reflecting back from the screen,

This means that the iPhone 16’s battery will last longer.

Overall, the iPhone 16’s OLED screen can be significantly improved over the iPhone 15’s. If you want a phone with a bright, clear, & energy-efficient display, then the iPhone 16 can be a better choice.

The iPhone 16’s screen may have a higher refresh rate, making scrolling & animations much smoother.

The iPhone 16’s screen may have a higher resolution, making text & images sharper compared to other iPhone series.

The iPhone 16’s screen may have a wider color gamut, making the hues more vibrant.

Here is a Rumored Comparison Chat for iPhone 16 and iPhone 17

However, it is essential to note that these are just potential differences.

Apple has not yet announced any of these features for the iPhone 16 or iPhone 15.

But if you are considering buying a new iPhone, it is worth waiting for the iPhone 16 if you want a phone with a brighter & more advanced OLED screen.

Closing Thoughts

As you can see, the iPhone 16 is rumored to have key improvements over the iPhone 15, including a brighter display, a faster chip, more RAM, & more storage options.

Ultimately, the decision of whether to wait for the iPhone 16 or buy the iPhone 15 will depend on your needs & budget.

If you are looking for the best possible iPhone experience, then the iPhone 16 is worth waiting for.