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Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs Apple iPhone XS
Apple iPhone 16 Plus ($440) vs Apple iPhone XS ($98) — 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 XS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $440 | $98 |
| Weight | 199g | 177g |
| Chip | A18 | A12 Bionic |
| Display | 6.7" 60Hz | 5.8" 60Hz OLED |
| Camera | 48MP Fusion dual + Camera Control | 12MP dual |
| Battery | 4,674mAh | — |
| Rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Weight | 199g (Apple published) | 177g (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 XS
- OLED and dual camera at a very low price
- Compact 5.8-inch body
- Stainless steel build
- Battery was weak new and is weaker now
- Lightning
- Nearing end of iOS support
- No ultrawide
Apple iPhone XS is the better value at $98. Both are part of our curated smartphone index — tap through to check current pricing.