Apple

iPhone 16 128GB

The iPhone 16 128GB lands as a entry-level smartphone, built around 6.1 in.

45/100
Mixed bag
Overall score · how we rate
6.1 inA18Super Retina XDRCeramic ShieldAluminiumiOS 18
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Why we rate it

  • 5G
  • Scores 45/100
  • Below-average base storage
Score profile

Where the iPhone 16 128GB wins and loses

Scored against the smartphones class
MemoryCameraConnectivity333378
Memory and storage
33
Camera
33
Connectivity
78
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Display

Screen size6.1 "
Panel typeSuper Retina XDR
Screen protectionCeramic Shield

Design and build

Weight170 g
Frame materialAluminium
Back materialCeramic

Performance

ChipsetA18

Memory and storage

Base storage128 GB

Camera

Main camera48 MP
Optical zoom2 x

Software

Operating systemiOS 18

Connectivity

5GYes
USBUSB-C

Release

Announced2024
Head to head

iPhone 16 128GB vs OnePlus OnePlus Nord 4 5G

Highlighted cell = better in that row
MemoryCameraConnectivity
iPhone 16 128GBOnePlus Nord 4 5G
 AppleiPhone 16 128GBThis pageOnePlusOnePlus Nord 4 5G
Overall score45 /10045 /100
Size6.1 "6.74 "
ChipsetA18Snapdragon 7
RAM12 GB
Storage128 GB256 GBBetter
Capacity5500 mAh
Who it's for

Is the iPhone 16 128GB right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable smartphone for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need top-end performance and battery, in which case a higher-tier smartphone is the better call.

Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
okay
Everyday user
Browsing, docs, calls and media.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable machine for the basics.
good
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the iPhone 16 128GB worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 45/100 against other smartphones, a entry-level result where the class average is around 48.

What stands out on the iPhone 16 128GB?

Its 5g stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the Apple iPhone 17 256GB?

The Apple iPhone 17 256GB scores 46/100 versus this one at 45/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.