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iPhone 16 vs iPhone 16 Pro: Which One Should You Buy?

iPhone 16 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 76.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple · 2024

iPhone 16

iPhone 16
72/ 100
Launch price$799
Apple · 2024

iPhone 16 Pro

iPhone 16 Pro
76/ 100
Launch price$999
Head-to-head

iPhone 16 Pro wins 3 of 8 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 16
iPhone 16
1 win
iPhone 16 Pro
iPhone 16 Pro
3 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivitySecurityValue
iPhone 16iPhone 16 Pro
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedTie
    80
    80
  • CameraiPhone 16 Pro
    82
    85
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    60
    60
  • BatteryTie
    58
    58
  • DisplayiPhone 16 Pro
    64
    88
  • ConnectivityiPhone 16 Pro
    83
    95
  • SecurityTie
    100
    100
  • ValueiPhone 16
    68
    55
Key differences
  • iPhone 16 Pro has the bigger battery3,582 mAh vs 3,561 mAh
  • iPhone 16 Pro charges faster27W vs 20W
  • iPhone 16 Pro has a smoother screen120 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • iPhone 16 Pro has the bigger screen6.3" vs 6.1"
  • iPhone 16 is lighter170 g vs 199 g
  • iPhone 16 launched cheaper$799 vs $999
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy iPhone 16
  • ✓29 g lighter (170 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$200 cheaper at launch ($799 vs $999)
  • ✓48 MP main camera
Reasons to buy iPhone 16 Pro
  • ✓Bigger 3,582 mAh battery (+21 mAh)
  • ✓48 MP main camera
  • ✓6.3" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 16iPhone 16 Pro
1. Display & Screen🏆 iPhone 16 Pro Wins Display
Screen typeSuper Retina XDR OLEDLTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Screen Size6.1"6.3"
Resolution & Density2556x1179 (460 ppi)2622x1206 (460 ppi)
Refresh Rate60 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness2,000 nits peak2,000 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A18 (3nm)Apple A18 Pro (3nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsApple GPU (5-core)Apple GPU (6-core)
Operating SystemiOS 18iOS 18
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB / 512GB128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1024GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iPhone 16 Pro Wins Camera
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.6, OIS, Sony IMX48 MP, f/1.78, OIS, Sony IMX903
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)12 MP (5x optical zoom), f/2.8, OIS
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.248 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP, f/1.912 MP, f/1.9
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 iPhone 16 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm149.6 x 71.5 x 8.25 mm
Weight170 g199 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68IP68
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity3,561 mAh3,582 mAh
Wired Fast Charging20W wired fast charging27W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging25W wireless charging25W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth5.35.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0USB-C 3.0
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$799$999
Our verdict

iPhone 16 Pro wins — BeastScore 76.0/100

After comparing all the specs, iPhone 16 Pro is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 76.0 vs top rival 71.7 and Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system).

Buy iPhone 16 if you want

Lighter body: 170g (29g lighter in hand) · Lower launch price: $799 (save $200)

Buy iPhone 16 Pro if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 76.0 vs top rival 71.7 · Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system)

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 16 or iPhone 16 Pro?

iPhone 16 Pro leads with an overall BeastScore of 76.0/100 compared to iPhone 16 (71.7/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 76.0 vs top rival 71.7 and Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system).

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro?

iPhone 16 has a 6.1-inch display and 3561 mAh battery. iPhone 16 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 3582 mAh battery.

How do iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro compare for speed?

iPhone 16 scores 80/100 for performance; iPhone 16 Pro scores 80/100.

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