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iPhone 16 Plus vs iPhone 16

Quick answer

The iPhone 16 is 6.2 millimetres0.24 inches narrower and 29 grams1.02 ounces lighter than the iPhone 16 Plus.

The choice here comes down to reach and battery. The iPhone 16 on Amazon (paid link) is much easier to manage in one hand and slips into pockets more naturally, while the iPhone 16 Plus (paid link) trades that agility for a sprawling screen and noticeably longer battery life. If you want maximum endurance, go large. If you prefer comfort, stick with the standard iPhone 16.

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Easier one-handediPhone 16

PocketiPhone 16

Weight differenceNoticeable

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HeightWidthDepthWeight16 Plus160.9 millimetres6.33 inches77.8 millimetres3.06 inches7.80 millimetres0.31 inches199 grams7.02 ounces16147.6 millimetres, 13.3 millimetres less5.81 inches, 0.52 inches less71.6 millimetres, 6.2 millimetres less2.82 inches, 0.24 inches less7.80 millimetres, the same0.31 inches, the same170 grams, 29 grams less6.00 ounces, 1.02 ounces less

Height: 16 Plus 160.9 millimetres, 16 147.6 millimetres.Height: 16 Plus 6.33 inches, 16 5.81 inches.Width: 16 Plus 77.8 millimetres, 16 71.6 millimetres.Width: 16 Plus 3.06 inches, 16 2.82 inches.Depth: 16 Plus 7.80 millimetres, 16 7.80 millimetres.Depth: 16 Plus 0.31 inches, 16 0.31 inches.Weight: 16 Plus 199 grams, 16 170 grams.Weight: 16 Plus 7.02 ounces, 16 6.00 ounces.

Specifications

Specifications for iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16. Differences are given against iPhone 16 Plus.
Specification16 Plus16
Height160.9 millimetres6.33 inches147.6 millimetres, 13.3 millimetres less5.81 inches, 0.52 inches less
Width77.8 millimetres3.06 inches71.6 millimetres, 6.2 millimetres less2.82 inches, 0.24 inches less
Depth7.80 millimetres0.31 inches7.80 millimetres, the same0.31 inches, the same
Weight199 grams7.02 ounces170 grams, 29 grams less6.00 ounces, 1.02 ounces less
Volume97.6 cubic centimetres5.96 cubic inches82.4 cubic centimetres, 15.2 cubic centimetres less5.03 cubic inches, 0.93 cubic inches less
Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure.88 percent87 percent, 1 percent less
Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches.6.7 inches6.1 inches, 0.6 inches less
Resolution1290 × 27961179 × 2556
Pixel density460 pixels per inch460 pixels per inch, the same
CutoutDynamic IslandDynamic Island
Rear main48MP48MP
Rear ultra-wide——
Rear telephoto——
Front camera12MP12MP
ChipA18A18
Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity.27 hrs22 hrs
PortUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth
Water resistanceIP68 (6m for 30 min)IP68 (6m for 30 min)
Storage128 – 512 GB128 – 512 GB
Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars.899 dollars799 dollars, 100 dollars less
ReleasedSep 2024Sep 2024
StatusCurrentCurrent

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Questions about these phones

What is the physical size difference between the iPhone 16 and the iPhone 16 Plus?

The iPhone 16 is 6.2 mm narrower, 13.3 mm shorter, and identical in depth at 7.8 mm compared to the iPhone 16 Plus.

How much lighter is the iPhone 16 than the iPhone 16 Plus?

The iPhone 16 weighs 170 g, which makes it 29 g lighter than the 199 g iPhone 16 Plus.

Which phone is better for one-handed use and smaller hands?

The iPhone 16 is easier to use with one hand and better suited for smaller hands than the iPhone 16 Plus.

Do both the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus fit in pockets?

Both models fit comfortably inside a typical men's jeans pocket, while neither fits easily in the median women's jeans pocket.

What are the screen sizes of the iPhone 16 and the iPhone 16 Plus?

The iPhone 16 features a 6.1-inch display, whereas the iPhone 16 Plus has a larger 6.7-inch screen.

Is the weight difference between the iPhone 16 and the iPhone 16 Plus noticeable?

Yes, the 29 g weight difference between the two models is noticeable during daily use.