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Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs Apple iPhone 15 Plus
Apple iPhone 16 Plus ($440) vs Apple iPhone 15 Plus ($374) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right smartphone.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Apple iPhone 16 Plus | Apple iPhone 15 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $440 | $374 |
| Weight | 199g | 201g |
| Chip | A18 | A16 Bionic |
| Display | 6.7" 60Hz | 6.7" 60Hz |
| Camera | 48MP Fusion dual + Camera Control | 48MP dual, Dynamic Island |
| Battery | 4,674mAh | 4,383mAh |
| Rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Weight | 199g (Apple published) | 201g (Apple published) |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- Biggest battery of any iPhone 16 that year
- A18 runs Apple Intelligence
- Large 6.7-inch display for the money
- 199g is heavy for a non-Pro
- 60Hz display
- No telephoto lens
Apple iPhone 15 Plus
- Large battery, easily a full day and a half
- USB-C
- 48MP main camera
- 201g
- No Apple Intelligence
- 60Hz display
Apple iPhone 15 Plus is the better value at $374. If weight matters most, Apple iPhone 16 Plus carries lighter at 199g. Both are part of our curated smartphone index — tap through to check current pricing.