Apple iPhone 16 leads
by 21 points on overall. The category breakdown below shows where the gap comes from.
iPhone 16 leads overall versus iPhone X. Battery: 81.2 vs 45.1.
Scoring profile: balanced
Apple iPhone 16
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera.
Apple iPhone X
A solid choice with balanced features.
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Spec table
Start with the key differences, then expand a section to check the full specifications.
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Meaningful differences
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Display Size
Key differenceResolution
Key differencePeak Brightness
Key differencePixel Density
Key differenceRefresh Rate
Panel Type
HDR Support
Display Protection
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Apple iPhone X |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Phone A leads | 6.1"Better | 5.8" |
Resolution Phone A leads | 1179 x 2556Better | 1125 x 2436 |
Refresh Rate Close match | 60Hz | 60Hz |
Peak Brightness Phone A leads | 2000 nitsBetter | 625 nits |
Pixel Density Phone B leads | 461 ppi | 463 ppiBetter |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
HDR Support Needs more data | Not available | Yes |
Display Protection Needs more data | Ceramic Shield glass (2024 gen) | Scratch-resistant glass | 3D Touch |
RAM
Key differenceCPU Clock
Key differenceCPU Cluster Speeds
Key differenceBenchmark Score
Key differenceAnTuTu Score
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceStorage
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceRAM Type
CPU Cores
Storage Type
GPU
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Apple iPhone X |
|---|---|---|
RAM Phone A leads | 8GBBetter | 3GB |
RAM Type Needs more data | Not available | LPDDR4X |
CPU Clock Phone A leads | 4.04GHzBetter | 2.39GHz |
CPU Cores Needs more data | Not available | 6 |
CPU Cluster Speeds Phone A leads | 2x4.04GHz + 4x2.20GHzBetter | 2.39GHz |
Benchmark Score Phone A leads | 1721149Better | 233100 |
AnTuTu Score Phone A leads | 1721149Better | 233100 |
Geekbench (Multi) Phone B leads | 7929 | 10215Better |
Storage Phone A leads | 512GBBetter | 256GB |
Storage Type Close match | NVMe | NVMe |
Chipset Phone A leads | Apple A18 (3 nm)Better | Apple A11 Bionic (10 nm) |
GPU Needs more data | Apple GPU (5-core graphics) | Apple GPU (three-core graphics) |
Rear Camera
Key differenceRear Camera (All Lenses)
Key differenceRear Sensor Size
Key differenceRear Aperture
Key differenceFront Camera
Key differenceFront Aperture
Key differenceFront Video Resolution
Key differenceOptical Zoom
Digital Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Max Video Resolution
Front Sensor
Camera Features
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Apple iPhone X |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Phone A leads | 48MPBetter | 12MP |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Phone A leads | 48MP + 12MPBetter | 12MP |
Rear Sensor Size Phone A leads | 1/1.56Better | 1/3 |
Rear Aperture Phone A leads | f/1.6Better | f/1.8 |
Optical Zoom Needs more data | Not available | 2x |
Digital Zoom Needs more data | Not available | 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@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps |
Front Camera Phone A leads | 12MPBetter | 7MP |
Front Sensor Needs more data | Not available | Sony IMX319 |
Front Aperture Phone A leads | f/1.9Better | f/2.2 |
Front Video Resolution Phone A leads | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EISBetter | 1080p@30fps |
Camera Features Needs more data | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) | Quad-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama), panorama, HDR |
Generating honest comparison...
iPhone 16 generally outperforms iPhone X across key categories. Display Size: 6.1" vs 5.8" This makes iPhone 16 the better choice for most users, though iPhone X may excel in specific areas.
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera. iPhone 16 excels in processing power and multitasking.
A solid choice with balanced features across all categories.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Apple iPhone 16 | Apple iPhone X |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 135,083 | ≈ Rs 23,800 – Rs 42,000 |
| PTA | -- | -- |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Apple iPhone 16 and Apple iPhone X 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.
Apple iPhone 16 wins more categories overall, making it the safer all‑round pick.
Apple iPhone 16 is the better choice overall, winning in 5 key categories.
The top differences are: Display Size (Apple iPhone 16 advantage), Resolution (Apple iPhone 16 advantage), Peak Brightness (Apple iPhone 16 advantage), Pixel Density (Apple iPhone X advantage), RAM (Apple iPhone 16 advantage).
Apple iPhone 16 has the stronger camera setup for photos and video.
Apple iPhone 16 offers better battery endurance for heavy use.
Apple iPhone 16: non-PTA approximately Rs 135,083; PTA not entered. Apple iPhone X: non-PTA approximately Rs 23,800 – Rs 42,000; PTA not entered. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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