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iPhone 16 vs iPhone 16 Plus

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

Both records verified · latest Aug 26, 2026

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

Top Differences

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43 registry fields

Streamed video hours1824
Video playback22 hours27 hours
Weight170 g199 g
Audio playback hours80100
Height mm147.6160.9

What Changed

Deterministic differences from the verified structured records.

Streamed video hoursiPhone 16 Plus

18 compared with 24

Video playbackiPhone 16 Plus

22 hours compared with 27 hours

WeightiPhone 16

170 g compared with 199 g

Audio playback hoursDifferent, with no automatic winner

80 compared with 100

Height mmDifferent, with no automatic winner

147.6 compared with 160.9

Full Comparison

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43 registry fields

FieldiPhone 16iPhone 16 PlusWhy it matters
Display sizeMinor difference2 official sources6.1 in6.7 inMore screen space changes reading and media comfort.
ResolutionMarginal difference2 official sources2556-by-1179-pixel resolution at 460 ppi2796-by-1290-pixel resolution at 460 ppiNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 16iPhone 16 PlusWhy it matters
Video playbackMarginal difference2 official sources22 hours27 hoursApple’s common playback test gives a comparable endurance signal.
Audio playback hoursMarginal difference2 official sources80100No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Streamed video hoursMeaningful difference2 official sources1824No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 16iPhone 16 PlusWhy it matters
WeightMarginal difference2 official sources170 g199 gWeight affects long sessions and one-handed comfort.
Height mmMarginal difference2 official sources147.6160.9No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Width mmMarginal difference2 official sources71.677.8No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 16iPhone 16 PlusWhy it matters
ContentsMarginal difference2 official sourcesiPhone 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.iPhone 16 Plus, 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.
FieldiPhone 16iPhone 16 PlusWhy it matters
Fresh ordinary priceMarginal difference1 official source$729 · 128GBUnavailableOrdinary unlocked prices avoid presenting carrier-dependent discounts as universal.

What’s the same

ChipA18
Outdoor brightness2,000 nits outdoor
Main camera48 MP
Ultra Wide camera12 MP
Fast chargeUp 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)
Zoom2x optical zoom in, 2x optical zoom out; 4x optical zoom range
Video4K Dolby Vision video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps
RatingRated IP68 (maximum depth of 6 meters up to 30 minutes) under IEC standard 60529

Which should you buy?

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

CHOOSE IPHONE 16
  • Choose iPhone 16 if you prioritize design.
CHOOSE IPHONE 16 PLUS
  • Choose iPhone 16 Plus if you prioritize battery.

Category-by-category

BATTERY · iPhone 16 Plus

Leads in battery.

DESIGN & DIMENSIONS · iPhone 16

Leads in design.

OTHER · Comparable

Comparable across other.

DISPLAY · Comparable

Comparable across display.

PRICE · Comparable

Comparable across price.

FIELD-LEVEL PROVENANCE

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