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Apple iPhone 16 vs Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Apple iPhone 16 ($409) vs Apple iPhone 16 Plus ($440) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right smartphone.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Apple iPhone 16 | Apple iPhone 16 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $409 | $440 |
| Weight | 170g | 199g |
| Chip | A18 | A18 |
| Display | 6.1" 60Hz | 6.7" 60Hz |
| Camera | 48MP Fusion dual + Camera Control | 48MP Fusion dual + Camera Control |
| Battery | 3,561mAh | 4,674mAh |
| Rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Weight | 170g (Apple published) | 199g (Apple published) |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 16
- A18 runs Apple Intelligence
- Action button and Camera Control on a non-Pro
- 48MP main camera
- Still current enough to get years of iOS updates
- 60Hz display in a year when rivals shipped 120Hz
- Holds its value, so it is not a bargain
- No telephoto lens
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 16 is the better value at $409. Both are part of our curated smartphone index — tap through to check current pricing.