Comparing Apple A13 Bionic vs Apple A15 Bionic

Now let examine the processors version of the Apple A13 Bionic and the Apple A15 Bionic. The higher the model´s version and the more current generation, the better.

• Name
  Apple A13 Bionic Apple A15 Bionic
• Segment
  Mobile Mobile
• Family
  Apple A series Apple A series
• Generation
  13 15
• CPU group
  Apple A13 Apple A15
• Predecessor
  Apple A12 Bionic Apple A14 Bionic
• Successor
  Apple A14 Bionic --

Now let examine the base clock parameters of the Apple A13 Bionic and Apple A15 Bionic CPUs. The processor with the highest score is victorious. You may also compare the turbo frequency in some models.

• Frequency
  1.80 GHz 3.23 GHz
• CPU Cores
  6 6
• Turbo (1 Core)
  2.65 GHz No turbo
• CPU Threads
  6 6
• Turbo (6 Cores)
  2.65 GHz No turbo
• Hyperthreading
  No No
• Overclocking
  No No
• Core architecture
  hybrid (big.LITTLE) hybrid (big.LITTLE)
• A core
  2x Lightning 2x Avalanche
• B core
  4x Thunder 4x Blizzard

You may determine which included graphics card is superior by analyzing the Apple A13 Bionic and Apple A15 Bionic CPUs. Nevertheless, not every model can also include an integrated video card. The block has no bearing on the overall performance score and can be skipped.

• GPU name
  Apple A13 Apple A15 (5 GPU Cores)
• GPU frequency
  1.80 GHz 1.80 GHz
• GPU (Turbo)
  2.70 GHz 3.20 GHz
• Execution units
  4 5
• Shader
  384 0
• Max. GPU Memory
  4 GB 8 GB
• Max. displays
  1 3
• Generation
  10 12
• Technology
  7 nm 5 nm
• Release date
  Q3/2019 Q3/2021

This is time to examine how CPUs differ in terms of hardware support for codecs. Each brand may have its own set of guidelines. The Apple A13 Bionic and Apple A15 Bionic processor technologies are shown below for a more detailed comparison.

• h265 / HEVC (8 bit)
  Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
• h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
  Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
• h264
  Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
• VP9
  Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
• VP8
  Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
• AV1
  No Decode
• AVC
  Decode Decode
• VC-1
  Decode Decode
• JPEG
  Decode / Encode Decode / Encode

The kind and amount of memory supported by the CPU have an impact on the performance ranking. As a consequence, experts recommend that you carefully compare which model produces the greatest outcomes. In our case, Apple A13 Bionic or Apple A15 Bionic.

• Memory type
  LPDDR4X-4266 LPDDR4X-4266
• Max. Memory
  4 GB 8 GB
• ECC
  No No
• Memory channels
  1 2

We decide in favor of an encryption-capable CPU Apple A13 Bionic or Apple A15 Bionic. If competing CPUs have the same performance in this block, you should compare other technical aspects.

• AES-NI
  No No

Now let us analyze the temps of the Apple A13 Bionic and Apple A15 Bionic CPUs. It is critical to note that the greater the processor´s TDP, the more efficient the cooling system would be required. A CPU with a lower TDP is said to be the best model.

• TDP (PL1)
  6 W 8.5 W

Contrast the specs of the Apple A13 Bionic and Apple A15 Bionic CPUs, including L2-L3 cache, release date, motherboard socket, manufacturing method, ISA instruction set, and much more. Give heed to L2 and L3 - the higher this indication, the better; similarly, the smaller the technical process, the better.

• Instruction set (ISA)
  x86-64 (64 bit) x86-64 (64 bit)
• Virtualization
  None None
• L2-Cache
  8.00 MB 4.00 MB
• Architecture
  A13 (Lightning / Thunder) A15
• Technology
  7 nm 5 nm
• Socket
  N/A N/A
• Release date
  Q3/2019 Q3/2021

Let´s all examine the use of the processors Apple A13 Bionic and Apple A15 Bionic. Based on this comparison, you will understand the processor´s intended use (gaming, design, editing, mining, work, business).

• Used in
  Apple iPhone 11Apple iPhone 11 ProApple iPhone 11 Pro MaxiPhone SE Apple iPad mini (6. Gen)Apple iPhone 13 miniApple iPhone 13Apple iPhone 13 ProApple iPhone 13 Pro Max