Apple

Apple iPhone 16 Pro

A entry-level pick in the smartphones line-up, with 6.3 in up front.

40/100
Mixed bag
Overall score · how we rate
6.3 inApple A18 Pro120 Hz3582 mAhIP68Super Retina XDR
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Why we rate it

  • Dolby Vision
  • NPU
  • 4K at 60 fps
  • Above-average ultrawide
  • Below-average refresh rate
Score profile

Where the Apple iPhone 16 Pro wins and loses

Scored against the smartphones class
DisplayPerformanceMemoryCameraBatteryConnectivitySound36763151407676
Display
36
Performance
76
Memory and storage
31
Camera
51
Battery
40
Connectivity
76
Sound
76
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Display

Screen size6.3 "
Panel typeSuper Retina XDR
Resolution2622
Refresh rate120 Hz
Peak brightness2000 nits
Dolby VisionYes
Screen protectionCeramic Shield

Design and build

Weight363 g
IP ratingIP68
Frame materialTitanium
Back materialCeramic

Performance

ChipsetApple A18 Pro
NPUYes

Memory and storage

Base storage128 GB

Camera

Main camera48 MP
Ultrawide48 MP
Telephoto12 MP
Optical zoom5 x
Max video4
4K at 60 fpsYes

Battery

Capacity3582 mAh
Wired charging27 W
Wireless charging25 W

Software

Operating systemiOS 18

Connectivity

5GYes
Wi-Fi 6EYes
USBUSB-C
eSIMYes

Sound

Stereo speakersYes

Release

Announced2024

More specs

UwbYes
SatelliteYes
Face unlockYes
FingerprintYes
Head to head

Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Samsung Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus

Highlighted cell = better in that row
DisplayPerformanceMemoryCameraBatteryConnectivitySound
Apple iPhone 16 ProSamsung Galaxy S25 Plus
 AppleApple iPhone 16 ProThis pageSamsungSamsung Galaxy S25 Plus
Overall score40 /10043 /100Better
Size6.3 "6.7 "
ChipsetApple A18 ProSnapdragon 8 Elite
RAM12 GB
Storage128 GB256 GBBetter
Capacity3582 mAh4900 mAhBetter
Who it's for

Is the Apple iPhone 16 Pro 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.
okay
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the Apple iPhone 16 Pro worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 40/100 against other smartphones, a entry-level result where the class average is around 48.

What stands out on the Apple iPhone 16 Pro?

Its dolby vision stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the OnePlus Nord CE5 5G?

The OnePlus Nord CE5 5G scores 41/100 versus this one at 40/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.