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Apple iPhone 17 vs Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Apple iPhone 17 ($799) 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 17 | Apple iPhone 16 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $799 | $440 |
| Weight | 177g | 199g |
| Chip | A19 | A18 |
| Display | 6.1" 60Hz OLED | 6.7" 60Hz |
| Camera | 48MP Dual | 48MP Fusion dual + Camera Control |
| Battery | 3,948mAh | 4,674mAh |
| Storage | 128GB–512GB | — |
| Rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Weight | — | 199g (Apple published) |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 17
- A19 chip same as Pro
- $400 cheaper than Pro Max
- Sufficient for most users
- Improved camera system
- 5-year software support
- No ProMotion 120Hz
- No ProRes video
- No ultrawide camera 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 Plus is the better value at $440. If weight matters most, Apple iPhone 17 carries lighter at 177g. Both are part of our curated smartphone index — tap through to check current pricing.