The iPhone 15 Pro came out in 2023. It has a titanium frame, which sounds tough, and it is. The glass on the front, though, still loses every argument with a parking lot. The good news: this phone is still worth fixing, and you have more options than "pay Apple" or "live with the spiderweb."
What Apple charges for an iPhone 15 Pro
| Repair | Apple price | With AppleCare+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cracked screen | $329 | $29 |
| Screen and back glass | $419 | $29 each (screen and back) |
| Back glass only | $159 | $29 |
| Rear camera | $219 | Not listed separately |
| Battery | $99 | $0 under 80% health |
| Other damage | $729 | $99 |
These are Apple's own US out-of-warranty prices, before tax. Apple checks the phone first, so the quote can go up if the tech finds a bent frame or liquid inside.
Your three screen options
The iPhone 15 Pro ships with an OLED panel. When a shop fixes it, you're choosing one of these:
| Screen | Typical price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Aftermarket LCD | $80 to $140 | Cheapest. Thicker borders, grayish blacks, and it uses more battery |
| Aftermarket OLED | $150 to $250 | Close to the original look with true blacks. Color and brightness can be a little off |
| Genuine Apple | $329 at Apple | The same screen the phone shipped with, plus Apple's repair warranty |
Is it the glass or the display underneath?
On the 15 Pro the glass and the OLED panel are one part, so any crack means a full screen replacement. Still, how bad it is tells you how fast you need to act:
- Picture is perfect, touch works: cosmetic for now. Cracks tend to spread, and they let in dust and moisture.
- Green or white lines, black blobs, flicker: the OLED itself is damaged. It won't heal.
- Ghost touches or dead spots: fix it soon. Phantom taps can open apps or call your boss at 2 a.m.
- Screen lifting at one edge: see the warning below.
Easy things to try first
If the screen looks fine but acts strange after a drop:
- Force restart: press and release volume up, press and release volume down, then hold the side button until the Apple logo shows.
- Peel off the screen protector. A cracked protector can mess with touch all on its own. Cheapest fix ever.
- Update iOS in Settings > General > Software Update.
Shop math vs. Apple math
The gap here is bigger than on the base iPhone 15. A genuine screen at Apple is $329. A decent aftermarket OLED in the $150 to $200 range saves you well over $100. That's real money.
But at the top of the shop range ($250), you're only saving $79 and giving up the genuine part. If a shop quotes $240 for an OLED, Apple is honestly the better deal.
An LCD makes sense in one situation: you're selling or handing the phone down soon and just need it usable. On a Pro model you paid extra for, an LCD is a downgrade you'll notice every time you look at it.
What changes with a non-Apple screen
- It shows up as an Unknown part under Settings > General > About, in Parts and Service History. Apple says that can affect trade-in value.
- You'll get a notification about it the first time you unlock after the repair, and again five days later. It doesn't stop the phone from working.
- True Tone needs the shop to carry it over from your old screen. Ask about it.
- With a genuine Apple part, the iPhone 15 Pro supports Apple's Repair Assistant, which finishes setting up the new screen. Your phone needs the latest iOS, Wi-Fi and more than 20% battery for that.
What to ask the shop before you pay
- Which screen is it, exactly? Get the type written on the receipt.
- How long is the warranty, and does it cover touch problems and dead pixels?
- Will you transfer True Tone?
- Is that the full price with labor and tax?
- Can I test Face ID, the front camera and every corner of the touchscreen before I pay?
Is it worth fixing?
Yes. The iPhone 15 Pro is on the iOS 27 support list, so it has plenty of life left. If you have AppleCare+, $29 is a no-brainer. Without it, go genuine if you plan to trade the phone in later, or pick a well-reviewed shop OLED to save about $100 and keep the phone looking right.
If the bottom port is acting up too, read our iPhone 15 Pro charging port guide. All prices for this phone are on the iPhone 15 Pro page.
Apple prices checked October 14, 2026. Shop prices are typical US ranges.
