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Apple iPhone 16 vs Apple iPhone XS
Apple iPhone 16 ($409) 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 | Apple iPhone XS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $409 | $98 |
| Weight | 170g | 177g |
| Chip | A18 | A12 Bionic |
| Display | 6.1" 60Hz | 5.8" 60Hz OLED |
| Camera | 48MP Fusion dual + Camera Control | 12MP dual |
| Battery | 3,561mAh | — |
| Rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Weight | 170g (Apple published) | 177g (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 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. If weight matters most, Apple iPhone 16 carries lighter at 170g. Both are part of our curated smartphone index — tap through to check current pricing.