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Apple A15 GPU 5-Core

Apple A15 GPU 5-Core

The Apple A15 Bionic 5-core GPU is an integrated graphics card in the higher end versions of the A15 Bionic SoCs. It is used e.g., in the iPhone 13 Pro. It uses all 5 cores in the chip (contrary to the 4-core variant) in the iPhone 13 and 13 Mini.

The A15 GPU with 5-cores is currently the fastest graphics card in smartphones and easily bests e.g. the  older Apple A14 GPU or the Adreno 660.

It is manufactured in the new 5nm process and therefore should be very energy efficient.

Apple A15 Series

A15 GPU 5-Core 5
A15 GPU 4-Core compare 4
iGPUIntegrated Graphics
Pipelines5 - unified
Shared Memoryno
Man. Technology5 nm
Date of Announcement15.09.2021
CPU in A15 GPU 5-CoreGPU Base SpeedGPU Boost / Turbo
Apple A15 Bionic6 x 2020 MHz? MHz? MHz

Benchmarks

3DMark - 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited
min: 8909     avg: 11090     median: 11615.5 (6%)     max: 11779 Points
+ 6 benchmarks and specifications   + Show comparison chart
3DMark - 3DMark Wild Life Extreme Unlimited
min: 1877     avg: 2627     median: 2789.5 (3%)     max: 2864 Points
+ 6 benchmarks and specifications   + Show comparison chart
3DMark - 3DMark Sling Shot (ES 3.0) Unlimited
7773 Points (34%)
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3DMark - 3DMark Sling Shot (ES 3.0) Unlimited Graphics
31940 Points (70%)
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3DMark - 3DMark Sling Shot Extreme (ES 3.1) Unlimited
min: 5782     avg: 5971     median: 5956 (25%)     max: 6175 Points
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3DMark - 3DMark Sling Shot Extreme (ES 3.1) Unlimited Graphics
min: 13133     avg: 15185     median: 16202 (40%)     max: 16221 Points
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3DMark - 3DMark Sling Shot (ES 3.0)
0 Points (0%)
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3DMark - 3DMark Sling Shot (ES 3.0) Graphics
0 Points (0%)
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3DMark - 3DMark Sling Shot Extreme (ES 3.1)
0 Points (0%)
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3DMark - 3DMark Sling Shot Extreme (ES 3.1) Graphics
0 Points (0%)
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GFXBench - GFXBench 5.0 4K Aztec Ruins High Tier Offscreen
min: 16.8     avg: 18.5     median: 18.5 (7%)     max: 20.1 fps
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GFXBench - GFXBench 5.0 Aztec Ruins High Tier Offscreen
min: 37.9     avg: 39.2     median: 39 (7%)     max: 41.2 fps
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GFXBench - GFXBench 5.0 Aztec Ruins Normal Tier Offscreen
min: 95.9     avg: 112.1     median: 113.6 (8%)     max: 122.2 fps
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GFXBench - GFXBench Car Chase Offscreen
min: 82     avg: 96.3     median: 97.1 (9%)     max: 105.2 fps
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GFXBench 3.1 - GFXBench Manhattan ES 3.1 Offscreen
min: 60     avg: 142.1     median: 152.6 (3%)     max: 172.4 fps
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GFXBench 3.0 - GFXBench 3.0 Manhattan Offscreen
min: 187     avg: 230.7     median: 233 (10%)     max: 253 fps
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GFXBench (DX / GLBenchmark) 2.7
GFXBench T-Rex HD Offscreen C24Z16 +
GFXBench (DX / GLBenchmark) 2.7 - GFXBench T-Rex HD Offscreen C24Z16
min: 358     avg: 418.2     median: 427.6 (3%)     max: 446.6 fps
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Antutu v9 - AnTuTu v9 GPU
min: 296388     avg: 329901     median: 332874 (33%)     max: 353729 Points
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PassMark PerformanceTest Mobile V1 - PerformanceTest Mobile V1 2D Graphics Tests
51720 Points (18%)
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PassMark PerformanceTest Mobile V1 - PerformanceTest Mobile V1 3D Graphics Tests
19197 Points (25%)
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Power Consumption - GFXBench Aztec Ruins Normal Tier Offscreen Power Consumption 150cd *
min: 2.73     avg: 7.6     median: 8.5 (3%)     max: 9.57 Watt
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red legend - Average benchmark values
* Smaller numbers mean a higher performance

Game Benchmarks

The following benchmarks stem from our benchmarks of review laptops. The performance depends on the used graphics memory, clock rate, processor, system settings, drivers, and operating systems. So the results don't have to be representative for all laptops with this GPU. For detailed information on the benchmark results, click on the fps number.

Armajet

Armajet

2020
high
59 59 59 ~ 59 fps    + Compare + 📈 Graph
» With all tested laptops playable in detail settings high.
PUBG Mobile

PUBG Mobile

2018
low
59 59 59 60 ~ 59 fps    + Compare + 📈 Graph
med.
59  fps    + Compare + 📈 Graph
high
39 59 59 59 ~ 54 fps    + Compare + 📈 Graph
ultra
39 39 39 40 ~ 39 fps    + Compare + 📈 Graph
» With all tested laptops playable in detail settings ultra.
Asphalt 9: Legends

Asphalt 9: Legends

2013
high
30 59 ~ 45 fps    + Compare + 📈 Graph
» With most tested laptops playable in detail settings high.
lowmed.highultraQHD4K
Armajet59
PUBG Mobile59595439
Asphalt 9: Legends45
lowmed.highultraQHD4K
< 30 fps
< 60 fps
< 120 fps
≥ 120 fps
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Notebook reviews with Apple A15 GPU 5-Core graphics card

Apple iPhone 14 Plus

Apple iPhone 14 Plus smartphone review - Better than the iPhone 14 with a bigger display?

The iPhone 14 Plus is Apple's first non-Pro 6.7-inch smartphone. Compared to the iPhone 14, the Plus version also features a significantly bigger battery, which nets it record numbers in our battery life tests. In this review, we will explore whether the iPhone 14 Plus is worth its 100-USD premium.
Apple A15 Bionic, A15 GPU 5-Core, 6.7", 203 g
Apple iPhone 14

Apple iPhone 14 smartphone review - Small upgrades for the Apple phone

The generational upgrades for the iPhone 14 are limited to a few subtle changes. At the same time, however, the base price climbs to 800 USD, while the only true innovation happens inside the iPhone 14 Pro series. In this review we will explore, whether the standard iPhone still remains one of the best smartphones available today.
Apple A15 Bionic, A15 GPU 5-Core, 6.1", 172 g
iPhone SE 2022

Apple iPhone SE 2022 smartphone review - Affordable iPhone dwarf with 5G and retro charm

The iPhone SE gets more expensive in 2022 but still continues to be the most affordable Apple smartphone. Thanks to its very current A15 chip, it should be hard to beat in its price class in terms of performance. But does the iPhone SE still justify the interest, considering the powerful in-house alternatives?
Apple A15 Bionic, A15 GPU 5-Core, 4.7", 144 g
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max

Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max smartphone review – Powerful, large, and full of features

Apple again positions the iPhone 13 Pro Max as the spear head with absolute top technology in 2021. Keywords are: a 120-Hz ProMotion display, improved cameras, a new Apple A15 chip, and optional 1 TB storage. We take a detailed look at the top model.
Apple A15 Bionic, A15 GPU 5-Core, 6.7", 238 g
Apple iPad Mini 6

Apple iPad Mini 6 review – Apple's attractive, small tablet with 5G

Now in its 6th generation, the iPad Mini has received a more modern look and of course quite a performance update. Find out in our extensive test what else the iPad Mini 2021 Cellular is able to do.
Apple A15 Bionic, A15 GPU 5-Core, 8.3", 297 g

Apple iPhone 13 Pro: Apple A15 Bionic, 6.10", 0.2 kg
  Review » Apple iPhone 13 Pro Review - Bombastic smartphone with minor weaknesses

Apple iPhone 14 Plus: Apple A15 Bionic, 6.70", 0.2 kg
  External Review » Apple iPhone 14 Plus

Apple iPhone 14: Apple A15 Bionic, 6.10", 0.2 kg
  External Review » Apple iPhone 14

Apple iPhone SE 2022: Apple A15 Bionic, 4.70", 0.1 kg
  External Review » Apple iPhone SE 2022

Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max: Apple A15 Bionic, 6.70", 0.2 kg
  External Review » Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max

Apple iPhone 13 Pro: Apple A15 Bionic, 6.10", 0.2 kg
  External Review » Apple iPhone 13 Pro

Apple iPad Mini 6: Apple A15 Bionic, 8.30", 0.3 kg
  External Review » Apple iPad Mini 6

Apple iPhone SE 2022: Apple A15 Bionic, 4.70", 0.1 kg
   » Apple iPhone SE 4: Leaked CAD models appear to confirm modernized iPhone 14 design

Apple iPhone 14: Apple A15 Bionic, 6.10", 0.2 kg
   » Apple shocks the competition: iPhone dominates the top 10 best-selling smartphones with seven models

   » Apple iPhone 14 receives downgraded iFixit repairability rating because of ongoing software locks

   » Apple releases iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4 updates with new features and Apple Pencil hover upgrades

   » Apple refreshes iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus with new yellow colourway alongside spring accessories

Apple iPhone 14 Plus: Apple A15 Bionic, 6.70", 0.2 kg
   » Apple refreshes iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus with new yellow colourway alongside spring accessories

Apple iPhone SE 2022: Apple A15 Bionic, 4.70", 0.1 kg
   » Apple iPhone SE 4, iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus display info revealed in new leaks

Apple iPhone 14: Apple A15 Bionic, 6.10", 0.2 kg
   » Uber Eats driver allegedly steals iPhone 14 Pro and Apple Watch Ultra as same-day delivery thefts are on the rise

Apple iPhone 14 Plus: Apple A15 Bionic, 6.70", 0.2 kg
   » Apple iPhone 14 Plus: An XXL version of the iPhone 14

Apple iPhone 14: Apple A15 Bionic, 6.10", 0.2 kg
   » Apple iPhone 14: Premium Smartphone with Innovation Issues

Apple iPhone SE 2022: Apple A15 Bionic, 4.70", 0.1 kg
   » Apple blows up the price-performance scale with the iPhone SE 2022

Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max: Apple A15 Bionic, 6.70", 0.2 kg
   » The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max offers top technology but also some small annoyances

Apple iPad Mini 6: Apple A15 Bionic, 8.30", 0.3 kg
   » Apple iPad Mini 2021: Finally a fresh design for Apple's smallest tablet

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Class 3

Adreno 825 *
A19 Pro 6-Core GPU *
A19 GPU *
A19 Pro 5-Core GPU *
A18 Pro GPU *
Intel Graphics 2 Xe3
UHD Graphics 32EUs
UHD Graphics 750
DXT-48-1536 *
A18 GPU *
UHD Graphics 730
A12Z Bionic GPU *
A12X Bionic GPU *
A17 Pro GPU *
Mali-G1 Ultra MC12 *
Immortalis-G925 MC16 *
Immortalis-G925 MC12 *
Immortalis-G925 MC11 *
Adreno 750 *
Xclipse 950 *
Xclipse 940 *
Adreno 740 *
Immortalis-G720 MP12 *
Immortalis-G715 MP11 *
A16 GPU 5-Core *
A19 4-Core GPU *
Adreno 725 *
Adreno 722 *
Mali-G720 MP8 *
Mali-G720 MP7 *
Adreno 735 *
A15 GPU 5-Core *
A16 GPU 4-Core *
Adreno 732 *
Adreno 730 *
Mali-G715 MP7 *
Mali-G615 MP6 *
Adreno 720 *
Mali-G710 MP10 *
A15 GPU 4-Core *
A14 Bionic GPU *
Maleoon 935 *
Maleoon 920 *
Maleoon 920A *
Xclipse 920 *
Adreno 660 *
Mali-G78 MP24 *
Mali-G710 MP7 *
Mali-G78 MP22 *
A13 Bionic GPU *
A12 Bionic GPU *
Adreno 650 *
Mali-G78 MP20 *
Mali-G78 MP14 *
A11 Bionic GPU *
A10X Fusion GPU *
A9X / PowerVR GT7xxx
Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000)

Class 4

Class 5

Class 6

* Approximate position of the graphics adapter

Klaus Hinum (Update: 2026-02-18)