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iPhone 14 Pro vs iPhone 16

24 source-backed differences · 8 fields the same. Official sources below.

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iPhone 14 Pro has advantages in battery, while iPhone 16 has advantages in design & dimensions.

Top Differences

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Refresh rate120 Hz → Unknown
ChipA16 Bionic → A18
Fast chargeUp to 50% charge in around 30 minutes 15 with 20W adapter or higher (available separately) → Up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes 6 with 20W adapter or higher (available separately) paired with USB-C charging cable, or 30W adapter or higher paired with MagSafe Charger (both available separately)
Weight206 g → 170 g
Audio playback hours75 → 80

What Changed

Deterministic differences from the verified structured records.

Refresh rateDifferent, with no automatic winner

120 Hz compared with Unknown

ChipDifferent, with no automatic winner

A16 Bionic compared with A18

Fast chargeDifferent, with no automatic winner

Up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes 15 with 20W adapter or higher (available separately) compared with Up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes 6 with 20W adapter or higher (available separately) paired with USB-C charging cable, or 30W adapter or higher paired with MagSafe Charger (both available separately)

WeightiPhone 16

206 g compared with 170 g

Audio playback hoursDifferent, with no automatic winner

75 compared with 80

Full Comparison

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✓44 registry fields

FieldiPhone 14 ProiPhone 16Why it matters
ZoomMarginal difference2 official sources3x optical zoom in, 2x optical zoom out; 6x optical zoom range; digital zoom up to 15x2x optical zoom in, 2x optical zoom out; 4x optical zoom rangeNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
VideoMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknown4K Dolby Vision video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fpsNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 14 ProiPhone 16Why it matters
Refresh rateMarginal difference1 official source120 HzUnknownHigher refresh rates make motion and scrolling feel smoother.
FieldiPhone 14 ProiPhone 16Why it matters
ChipMarginal difference2 official sourcesA16 BionicA18Newer silicon generally extends performance headroom.
FieldiPhone 14 ProiPhone 16Why it matters
Video playbackMinor difference2 official sources23 hours22 hoursApple’s common playback test gives a comparable endurance signal.
Fast chargeMarginal difference2 official sourcesUp to 50% charge in around 30 minutes 15 with 20W adapter or higher (available separately)Up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes 6 with 20W adapter or higher (available separately) paired with USB-C charging cable, or 30W adapter or higher paired with MagSafe Charger (both available separately)Shorter top-up time matters during travel and busy days.
Audio playback hoursMarginal difference2 official sources7580No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Streamed video hoursMarginal difference2 official sources2018No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 14 ProiPhone 16Why it matters
WeightMarginal difference2 official sources206 g170 gWeight affects long sessions and one-handed comfort.
Depth mmMarginal difference2 official sources7.857.8No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Height mmMarginal difference2 official sources147.5147.6No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Width mmMarginal difference2 official sources71.571.6No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
ColorsMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknownBlack, White, Pink, Teal, UltramarineNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
MaterialsMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknownAluminum design, Ceramic Shield front, Color-infused glass back (Black, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine)No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 14 ProiPhone 16Why it matters
ContentsMarginal difference2 official sourcesiPhone 14 Pro, USB-C to Lightning Cable, Documentation, We encourage you to re-use your current USB-A to Lightning cables, power adapters, and headphones, which are compatible with these iPhone models. But if you need any new Apple power adapters or headphones, they are available for purchase.iPhone 16, USB-C Charge Cable (1 m), Documentation, We encourage you to use any compatible USB-C power adapter. If you need a new Apple power adapter or headphones, they are available for purchase.No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
ReleaseYearMarginal difference2 official sources20222024No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
ListMarginal difference2 official sourcesFace ID, LiDAR Scanner, Barometer, High dynamic range gyro, High-g accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Dual ambient light sensorsFace ID, Barometer, High dynamic range gyro, High-g accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Dual ambient light sensorsNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 14 ProiPhone 16Why it matters
Magsafe wMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknown25No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Qi2 wMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknown25No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 14 ProiPhone 16Why it matters
UwbMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknownYesNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
WifiMarginal difference2 official sourcesWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 14 ProiPhone 16Why it matters
ConnectorMarginal difference2 official sourcesLightningUSB-CNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Usb speedMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknownUSB 2 (up to 480Mb/s)No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 14 ProiPhone 16Why it matters
Fresh ordinary priceMarginal difference1 official sourceUnavailable$829 · 128GBOrdinary unlocked prices avoid presenting carrier-dependent discounts as universal.

What’s the same

Display size6.1 in
Outdoor brightness2,000 nits outdoor
Main camera48 MP
Ultra Wide camera12 MP
RatingRated IP68 (maximum depth of 6 meters up to 30 minutes) under IEC standard 60529
Front camera12 MP
Storage options128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3

Which should you buy?

iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 16 trade strengths: iPhone 14 Pro leads in Battery, while iPhone 16 leads in Design.

CHOOSE IPHONE 14 PRO
  • Choose iPhone 14 Pro if you prioritize battery.
CHOOSE IPHONE 16
  • Choose iPhone 16 if you prioritize design.

Category-by-category

BATTERY · iPhone 14 Pro

Leads in battery.

DESIGN & DIMENSIONS · iPhone 16

Leads in design.

DISPLAY · Comparable

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PERFORMANCE · Comparable

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OTHER · Comparable

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REAR CAMERAS · Comparable

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CHARGING · Comparable

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CONNECTIVITY · Comparable

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PORTS · Comparable

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FIELD-LEVEL PROVENANCE

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