The iPhone 15 128GB was selling for 22,490,000₫ in Vietnam when it was the current model. Today - six months after the iPhone 16 launch - the same phone goes for 17,490,000₫ at CellphoneS. That's a 5,000,000₫ drop. After VAT refund, you're looking at approximately ₹47,300 for a phone that costs ₹69,900 on Apple India.
That's ₹22,600 saved. On last year's model that's still an excellent phone.
I walked past an FPT Shop in District 7 last month and saw the iPhone 15 discount Vietnam display right at the entrance - they're practically pushing these things out the door. And honestly? For a lot of people, the iPhone 15 is the smarter buy than the 16. Here's why - and exactly what you'll pay at every store.
Current iPhone 15 Prices in Vietnam (Post iPhone 16 Launch)
The iPhone 15 price drop has been dramatic. Vietnamese retailers need to clear old iPhone stock because shelf space is money, and the iPhone 16 is what customers walk in asking about. That's good news for bargain hunters.
iPhone 15 128GB - Store by Store
| Store | Current Price (VND) | After VAT Refund (INR) | Apple India Price | You Save | |-------|--------------------|-----------------------|-------------------|----------| | CellphoneS | 17,490,000₫ | ₹47,300 | ₹69,900 | ₹22,600 (32.3%) | | Didong Viet | 17,690,000₫ | ₹47,800 | ₹69,900 | ₹22,100 (31.6%) | | Thế Giới Di Động | 17,990,000₫ | ₹48,600 | ₹69,900 | ₹21,300 (30.5%) | | ShopDunk | 18,190,000₫ | ₹49,200 | ₹69,900 | ₹20,700 (29.6%) | | FPT Shop | 18,490,000₫ | ₹50,000 | ₹69,900 | ₹19,900 (28.5%) |
CellphoneS is the cheapest for the iPhone 15 right now. That's interesting because they're not always the price leader for newer models - but for clearance stock, they tend to be aggressive. The old iPhone is cheaper in Vietnam than anywhere else I've checked in Asia, including Hong Kong.
iPhone 15 Plus and iPhone 15 Pro - Also Discounted
The discounts aren't limited to the base model. Here's the full iPhone 15 lineup with current Vietnam prices:
| Model | Vietnam Price (Cheapest Store) | After VAT Refund (INR) | Apple India Price | Savings | |-------|-------------------------------|------------------------|-------------------|---------| | iPhone 15 128GB | 17,490,000₫ | ₹47,300 | ₹69,900 | ₹22,600 | | iPhone 15 Plus 128GB | 19,990,000₫ | ₹54,000 | ₹79,900 | ₹25,900 | | iPhone 15 Pro 128GB | 23,490,000₫ | ₹63,500 | ₹1,19,900 (at launch)* | ₹56,400 | | iPhone 15 Pro Max 256GB | 27,990,000₫ | ₹75,700 | ₹1,44,900 (at launch)* | ₹69,200 |
*Apple India has discontinued the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max, but Vietnamese retailers still have stock. These are especially good deals because you literally can't buy them new in India anymore.
Pro tip: The iPhone 15 Pro is the hidden gem here. It's been discontinued by Apple, but Vietnamese stores still have sealed units. At ₹63,500 after VAT refund, you're getting the A17 Pro chip, titanium design, and 5x zoom camera for less than the base iPhone 16 costs in India. That's remarkable value.
iPhone 15 vs iPhone 16 at Vietnamese Prices - Is the Upgrade Worth It?
This is the real question. At Vietnamese prices, the iPhone 15 128GB costs roughly ₹47,300 (after VAT refund) while the iPhone 16 128GB costs roughly ₹59,400. That's a ₹12,100 difference.
What do you get for ₹12,100?
| Feature | iPhone 15 | iPhone 16 | Worth ₹12,100? | |---------|-----------|-----------|----------------| | Chip | A16 Bionic | A18 | Faster, but A16 is still great | | Camera Control button | No | Yes | Nice but not essential | | Main camera | 48MP | 48MP Fusion | Slightly better processing | | Ultra Wide | 12MP | 12MP | Same | | Action Button | No | No (that's Pro only) | - | | Display | 6.1" OLED, 60Hz | 6.1" OLED, 60Hz | Same refresh rate | | Battery | ~20 hours video | ~22 hours video | Marginal improvement | | MagSafe | 15W | 25W (Qi2) | Faster wireless charging | | Apple Intelligence | Supported | Full support | Both get it |
Honestly? For ₹12,100 more, you get a faster chip, better camera processing, the Camera Control button, and faster MagSafe. These are nice improvements but not dramatic ones. The display is still 60Hz on both - you need the Pro for 120Hz.
My take: If you're a casual user who keeps phones for 2-3 years, the iPhone 15 at ₹47,300 is the better deal. If you want the latest and the extra year of software support that comes with the newer chip, spend the ₹12,100 on the 16.
How Much Have iPhone 15 Prices Actually Dropped?
Here's the iPhone 15 Vietnam current price trajectory since launch:
The biggest drop happened right after the iPhone 16 launched in September 2024 - about 2,000,000₫ (₹5,800) in the first month. Since then, it's been a steady decline of about 500,000₫ every few months. The price is still falling, but the drops are getting smaller.
Will it drop more? Probably. By September 2026, when the iPhone 17 launches, expect the iPhone 15 to hit 15,000,000-16,000,000₫ at Vietnamese retailers. But there's a catch: stock is running out. Some stores are already out of popular colors and storage options. If you wait too long, the model you want might not be available.
Who Should Buy the iPhone 15 in Vietnam?
Perfect For:
Budget-conscious travelers. You're going to Vietnam anyway, and you want a new iPhone without spending ₹60,000+. The iPhone 15 at ₹47,300 is a steal - under ₹50,000 for a phone that costs ₹69,900 in India.
People buying for parents or family. Your parents don't need the A18 chip or Camera Control button. They need a good screen, good camera, and reliable performance. The iPhone 15 delivers all of that, and at this price, you might be able to buy two for the price of one iPhone 16 Pro in India.
Anyone who keeps phones for 3+ years. The A16 Bionic will be supported with iOS updates through at least 2029. That's plenty of life left. The iPhone 15 isn't going to feel slow anytime soon.
Skip If:
You want 120Hz ProMotion. Neither the 15 nor the 16 base model has it. If ProMotion matters to you, you need the Pro - and at that point, consider the iPhone 15 Pro at ₹63,500 or the iPhone 16 Pro at ₹74,200.
You need the absolute latest for resale value. The iPhone 16 will hold its value better than the 15 over the next 2 years. If you sell phones frequently, the 16 is a better investment.
You're picky about colors. The iPhone 15 comes in Pink, Yellow, Green, Blue, and Black. Stock of some colors is thin at Vietnamese retailers. The iPhone 16 has better availability across all colors.
Buying Tips for iPhone 15 in Vietnam
Check stock before you visit. Call the store or check their website. CellphoneS and Thế Giới Di Động have online stock checkers. The iPhone 15 Pro Max in Natural Titanium is particularly hard to find - it was the most popular color.
Don't assume every store has it. ShopDunk, as an Apple Premium Reseller, focuses on current models. Their iPhone 15 stock is limited. CellphoneS and Didong Viet tend to hold older models longer.
Bargaining works better on older models. Vietnamese retailers have more pricing flexibility on discontinued products. The listed price for an iPhone 15 is already discounted, but asking "Is this the best price?" might knock another 100,000-300,000₫ off. It won't work at every store, but it's worth trying. Read our guide to bargaining for iPhones in Vietnam for more tips.
The VAT refund still applies. Just because it's an older model doesn't mean you skip the VAT refund. The process is identical - ask for the VAT invoice at checkout, keep the phone sealed, claim the refund at the airport. On the iPhone 15 at 17,490,000₫, you'll get back roughly 1,590,000₫ (about ₹5,500).
Warning: Some stores might try to sell you an "opened but unused" iPhone 15 at a further discount. Be careful. Opened boxes don't qualify for VAT refund, and you have no way to verify the phone hasn't been used, swapped, or tampered with. Only buy sealed, brand-new units.
The Smart Play: iPhone 15 Pro in Vietnam
If I'm being honest, the real story here isn't the base iPhone 15. It's the iPhone 15 Pro.
Apple discontinued the 15 Pro when the 16 Pro launched, which means you can't buy it new in India at all. But Vietnamese retailers still have stock - and they're clearing it at serious discounts.
The iPhone 15 Pro 128GB at ₹63,500 after VAT refund gives you:
- A17 Pro chip (still powerful, supports all Apple Intelligence features)
- Titanium design
- 5x telephoto camera (same tetraprism lens as the 16 Pro)
- 120Hz ProMotion display
- Action Button
Compare that to the iPhone 16 base model at ₹59,400 - for ₹4,100 more, you get a dramatically better phone. ProMotion alone is worth ₹4,100. Add the telephoto camera and titanium build, and it's not even close.
The only downside? The iPhone 15 Pro will get one fewer year of iOS updates than the 16. But we're talking about support until at least 2029 vs 2030. For most people, that's irrelevant.
Check current stock and prices for all iPhone 15 models on our iPhone Vietnam price tracker. And if you're weighing the iPhone 15 against the 16 Pro, read our iPhone 16 vs 16 Pro Vietnam price analysis for the full breakdown.
The iPhone 15 in Vietnam after the iPhone 16 launch is one of the best deals in the Apple lineup right now. At under ₹50,000 for a sealed, brand-new iPhone with a great camera and 4+ years of software support - that's hard to beat anywhere in the world. But don't wait too long. Stock won't last forever.