Apple has launched its iPhone 16 series, and you might decide between the $800 iPhone 16 or the $1,000 iPhone 16 Pro. Here’s a simple breakdown of the key specs to help you choose.
Cameras:
The iPhone 16 has a 48MP primary camera and a 12MP ultrawide lens. The iPhone 16 Pro adds a third 12MP telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom and its 48MP main and ultrawide cameras. Both models have a 12MP front camera. Both phones can shoot 4K for videos, but the Pro can record slow-motion at up to 120 frames per second.
Display and Size:
The iPhone 16 has a 6.1-inch OLED display, while the Pro has a slightly larger 6.3-inch screen. The Pro’s 120Hz refresh rate provides smoother scrolling compared to the 16’s 60Hz rate. Both phones have the same pixel density and brightness levels.
Build and Colors:
The iPhone 16 is made of aluminium, and the Pro uses titanium. The 16 weighs 170g, while the Pro is slightly heavier at 199g. The iPhone 16 comes in Black, White, Pink, Teal, and Ultramarine, while the Pro comes in Black, White, Natural, and Desert Titanium. Both are water-resistant and support USB-C charging.
Battery and Performance:
The iPhone 16 offers up to 22 hours of video playback, while the 16 Pro offers up to 27 hours. Both phones support MagSafe and Qi2 wireless charging. The 16 runs on the A18 chip, while the Pro has the more powerful A18 Pro chip. Both come with iOS 18 and will support Apple Intelligence later this year.
Pricing and Storage:
The iPhone 16 costs $800 for 128GB, while the 16 Pro costs $1,000. The Pro also offers more storage options, up to 1TB.
