Iphone 15 Pro screen record at 4k

can the iPhone 15 Pro screen record at 4k? if not, can it if you connect a 4k monitor?

iPhone 15 Pro

Posted on Jan 21, 2024 6:20 PM

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Jan 21, 2024 10:18 PM in response to FlashyKashy

Devices that provide display resolution 3840 X 2160 (4K) 2960 X 1440 (Quad HD+) 2560 X 1440 (Quad HD) are 4K. That means you can watch high-quality videos on these devices with fast processing speed.


None of these displays are 4K

  • iPhone X & XS has --> 2436 x 1125-pixel resolution and this is not a 4K display, while these iPhones can record 4K video.
  • iPhone 12 Pro has ---> 2532 x 1170-pixel resolution and hence is not a 4K even
  • iPhone 14 --> 2532x1170-pixel resolution at 460 ppi
  • iPhone 14 Plus --> 2778x1284-pixel resolution at 458 ppi
  • iPhone 15 Pro --> 2556x1179-pixel resolution at 460 ppi
  • iPhone 15 Pro Max --> 2796x1290-pixel resolution at 460 ppi


My information says that 4K resolutions are a waste on mobile devices as you (a normal human eye) may not be able to notice the difference on such small screens.



Recording 4K is different than 4K display:

  • Recording in 4K provides more pixels, which means more detail in the video. This can be beneficial in scenarios where high detail is crucial, such as professional videography, filmmaking, or capturing content for large displays.
  • A 4K display provides a more immersive visual experience, particularly on larger screens, as it can show more detail and clarity compared to lower-resolution displays.


ProRes is available for recording up to 4K at 30 fps. iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max can record 4K at 60 fps when connected to a compatible external ...


Record ProRes videos with your iPhone camera



Jan 22, 2024 3:18 AM in response to SravanKrA

Thanks for your reply. I understand that the display of iphones is not 4K. Perhaps I should have clarified, I will export these screen recordings to futher edit on a larger display.


I have heard that the iphone 15 pro can output to a 4k display, but I'm not sure what resolution it will display on it. Will it just stretch the ppi it has on it's own screen to fit onto the display? or increase resolution up to 4k?


and then if I initiate screen recording, will it record the 4k display in 4k?


Hope this was clearer

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