Display
ProMotion is Apple’s name for an adaptive high-refresh-rate display that can scale up to 120Hz on supported iPhones.
Worth it: Yes. One of the best iPhone upgrades available. After using a 120Hz ProMotion display, going back to a standard 60Hz iPhone feels surprisingly sluggish. If you're deciding between an iPhone 13 and an iPhone 13 Pro, ProMotion alone is a compelling reason to choose…
Compatibility
ProMotion support varies by iPhone generation. See the supported models table below for the full compatibility list.
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| Not included | iPhone 13, 13 mini, 14, 14 Plus, 15, 15 Plus, 16, 16 Plus, 16e, all SE models and earlier non-Pro models. |
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Feature guide
ProMotion is Apple's adaptive high-refresh-rate display technology.
Unlike standard 60Hz displays, ProMotion can refresh at up to 120 times per second, creating smoother scrolling, animations, and gameplay.
The higher refresh rate makes the entire interface feel faster and more responsive.
Whether you're scrolling through websites, playing games, or switching between apps, ProMotion creates a noticeably smoother experience.
ProMotion is currently reserved for Apple's Pro-series iPhones, beginning with the iPhone 13 Pro lineup.
For many users, yes. Once you've used a 120Hz display regularly, it can be difficult to return to a standard 60Hz screen.
It is not essential, but it makes an iPhone feel faster and more premium even when the chip is not doing anything dramatic.
Smoother scrolling, more responsive animations, better gaming feel, and a more premium user experience.
Refurbished picks
For refurbished buyers, ProMotion is a major reason to choose an older Pro model over a newer non-Pro iPhone. The iPhone 13 Pro is usually the cheapest sensible entry point.
Pro iPhone power at half new price with years of updates ahead.
I've tested the iPhone 16 Pro Max—its A18 Pro chip and massive 6.9-inch 120Hz display handle everything smoothly. Refurb from Gazelle at $775-$929 saves hundreds over new. Long iOS updates make it a future-proof
Six years of updates and pro cameras—at nearly 40% off new.
The iPhone 16 Pro delivers flagship performance, a genuinely capable triple camera system, and seven years of guaranteed software support. At £619–£809 refurbished from Gazelle, you're saving nearly £200 versus buying new—and getting the
Pro iPhone power at half price with years of updates left.
I've tested the iPhone 15 Pro Max—its A17 Pro chip still flies through anything in 2026. Refurbished from Gazelle at $559-$759, that's over 50% off the $1199 new price. Smart buyers grab this for
Pro power and six years of updates at mid-range money.
The iPhone 15 Pro delivers flagship performance and a capable triple camera system for $463–$713 refurbished from Gazelle. You're saving hundreds on a phone that'll get iOS updates for the next six years, making
Pro-grade iPhone power at under $600 from Back Market.
I've tested the iPhone 14 Pro Max extensively—its 48MP camera and A16 chip still crush daily tasks in 2026. Refurb from Gazelle at $415-$563 saves you hundreds over new. Smart buy for long-term value
Worth it: Yes. One of the best iPhone upgrades available.
After using a 120Hz ProMotion display, going back to a standard 60Hz iPhone feels surprisingly sluggish.
If you're deciding between an iPhone 13 and an iPhone 13 Pro, ProMotion alone is a compelling reason to choose the Pro model. It improves every interaction you have with the device.
FAQ
ProMotion is Apple's adaptive high-refresh-rate display technology. It allows the screen to refresh at up to 120Hz, making scrolling, animations, and gaming feel noticeably smoother.
For many users, yes. Once you have used a 120Hz display, returning to a standard 60Hz screen can feel noticeably less fluid.
For most people, yes. ProMotion affects nearly every interaction with the phone, while Dynamic Island is primarily a convenience feature.
Not significantly. Apple's adaptive refresh rate technology adjusts dynamically based on what is happening on screen, helping balance smoothness and efficiency.
