PHONE AiPhone 16
128GB $799
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iPhone 16 vs iPhone 16 Plus
11 source-backed differences · 8 fields the same. Official sources below.
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PHONE A
PHONE BiPhone 16 Plus
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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
What Changed
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18 compared with 24
22 hours compared with 27 hours
Up to 50% charge in 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) 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)
170 g compared with 199 g
80 compared with 100
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.
Fast chargeMarginal difference2 official sourcesUp to 50% charge in 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)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 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 sourcesi Phone 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$829 · 128GBUnavailableOrdinary unlocked prices avoid presenting carrier-dependent discounts as universal.
What’s the same
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 if you prioritize design.
- Choose iPhone 16 Plus if you prioritize battery.
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Leads in battery.
Leads in design.
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