Apple iPhone 16 Plus leads
by 2 points on overall. The category breakdown below shows where the gap comes from.
Apple iPhone 16 and Apple iPhone 16 Plus are closely matched overall. Apple iPhone 16 leads in build. Apple iPhone 16 Plus leads in battery.
Scoring profile: balanced
Apple iPhone 16
Best for users who prioritize build.
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Best for users who prioritize battery.
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Spec table
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Display Size
Key differenceResolution
Key differencePixel Density
Key differenceRefresh Rate
Peak Brightness
Panel Type
HDR Support
Display Protection
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Apple iPhone 16 Plus |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Apple iPhone 16 Plus leads | 6.1" | 6.7"Better |
Resolution Apple iPhone 16 Plus leads | 1179 x 2556 | 1290 x 2796Better |
Refresh Rate Close match | 60Hz | 60Hz |
Peak Brightness Close match | 2000 nits | 2000 nits |
Pixel Density Apple iPhone 16 leads | 461 ppiBetter | 460 ppi |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
HDR Support Close match | Yes | Yes |
Display Protection Close match | Ceramic Shield glass (2024 gen) | Ceramic Shield glass (2024 gen) |
AnTuTu Score
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceRAM
RAM Type
CPU Clock
CPU Cores
CPU Cluster Speeds
Geekbench (Single)
Storage
Storage Type
Chipset
GPU
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Apple iPhone 16 Plus |
|---|---|---|
RAM Close match | 8GB | 8GB |
RAM Type Close match | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |
CPU Clock Close match | 4.04GHz | 4.04GHz |
CPU Cores Close match | 6 | 6 |
CPU Cluster Speeds Close match | 2x4.04GHz + 4x2.20GHz | 2x4.04GHz + 4x2.20GHz |
AnTuTu Score Apple iPhone 16 Plus leads | 1721149 | 1727276Better |
Geekbench (Single) Close match | 3300 | 3300 |
Geekbench (Multi) Apple iPhone 16 leads | 7929Better | 7927 |
Storage Close match | 512GB | 512GB |
Storage Type Close match | NVMe | NVMe |
Chipset Close match | Apple A18 (3 nm) | Apple A18 (3 nm) |
GPU Close match | Apple GPU (5-core graphics) | Apple GPU (5-core graphics) |
Rear Camera
Rear Camera (All Lenses)
Rear Sensor Size
Rear Aperture
Optical Zoom
Digital Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Max Video Resolution
Front Camera
Front Sensor
Front Aperture
Front Video Resolution
Camera Features
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Apple iPhone 16 Plus |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Close match | 48MP | 48MP |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Close match | 48MP + 12MP | 48MP + 12MP |
Rear Sensor Size Close match | 1/1.56 | 1/1.56 |
Rear Aperture Close match | f/1.6 | f/1.6 |
Optical Zoom Close match | None (no telephoto) | None (no telephoto) |
Digital Zoom Close match | 10x | 10x |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Close match | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), stereo sound rec. | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), stereo sound rec. |
Front Camera Close match | 12MP | 12MP |
Front Sensor Close match | 12MP TrueDepth camera with autofocus | 12MP TrueDepth camera with autofocus |
Front Aperture Close match | f/1.9 | f/1.9 |
Front Video Resolution Close match | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
Camera Features Close match | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) |
Generating honest comparison...
iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus are closely matched. Battery Life (Estimated): 9.2 hours vs 7.5 hours Pixel Density: 461 ppi vs 460 ppi The choice depends on your priorities.
Best for users who prioritize build. iPhone 16 offers strong performance in these areas.
Best for users who need long battery life. iPhone 16 Plus provides extended usage with efficient power management.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Apple iPhone 16 | Apple iPhone 16 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 135,083 | ≈ Rs 167,720 |
| PTA | Rs 220,000 | -- |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Apple iPhone 16 and Apple iPhone 16 Plus can be tough. This comparison breaks down performance, camera, battery, and listed pricing so you can decide faster.
We focus on practical differences that impact daily use, not just spec sheet noise.
Both phones excel in different areas. Choose based on your priority.
Both phones have strengths. Apple iPhone 16 leads in Build. Apple iPhone 16 Plus leads in Battery.
The top differences are: Display Size (Apple iPhone 16 Plus advantage), Resolution (Apple iPhone 16 Plus advantage), Pixel Density (Apple iPhone 16 advantage), AnTuTu Score (Apple iPhone 16 Plus advantage), Geekbench (Multi) (Apple iPhone 16 advantage).
Both phones are capable. Compare sensor sizes, OIS, and video features to decide.
Apple iPhone 16 Plus tends to last longer on a charge.
Apple iPhone 16: non-PTA approximately Rs 135,083; PTA Rs 220,000. Apple iPhone 16 Plus: non-PTA approximately Rs 167,720; PTA not entered. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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