iPhone 16 Pro Max vs iPhone 16 Pro
Quick answer
The iPhone 16 Pro is 6.1 millimetres0.24 inches narrower and 28 grams0.99 ounces lighter than the iPhone 16 Pro Max.
The iPhone 16 Pro on Amazon (paid link) and the iPhone 16 Pro Max (paid link) share identical performance and camera capabilities, leaving physical size as the main differentiator. The smaller iPhone 16 Pro is noticeably lighter and easier to handle in daily use, while the iPhone 16 Pro Max delivers significantly better battery stamina and a sweeping canvas for media. Choose the iPhone 16 Pro for comfort, or the iPhone 16 Pro Max if endurance and screen space matter most.
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Easier one-handed: iPhone 16 Pro
Pocket: iPhone 16 Pro
Weight difference: Noticeable
TRUE SCALE · 1.3 PX/MM
TRUE SCALE · 2.1 PX/MM
Hand: US Army ANSUR II, 2012 (sex-balanced median). Pockets: The Pudding, 2018. Card: ISO/IEC 7810 ID-1.
iPhone 16 Pro Max: 163 by 77.6 by 8.25 millimetres, 227 grams. iPhone 16 Pro: 149.6 by 71.5 by 8.25 millimetres, 199 grams.
16 Pro Max, 16 Pro shown at 2.1 pixels per millimetre.
iPhone 16 Pro Max
from $1,199 at launch.
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from $999 at launch.
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Height: 16 Pro Max 163.0 millimetres, 16 Pro 149.6 millimetres.Height: 16 Pro Max 6.42 inches, 16 Pro 5.89 inches.Width: 16 Pro Max 77.6 millimetres, 16 Pro 71.5 millimetres.Width: 16 Pro Max 3.06 inches, 16 Pro 2.81 inches.Depth: 16 Pro Max 8.25 millimetres, 16 Pro 8.25 millimetres.Depth: 16 Pro Max 0.32 inches, 16 Pro 0.32 inches.Weight: 16 Pro Max 227 grams, 16 Pro 199 grams.Weight: 16 Pro Max 8.01 ounces, 16 Pro 7.02 ounces.
Specifications
| Specification | 16 Pro Max | 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 163.0 millimetres6.42 inches | 149.6 millimetres, 13.4 millimetres less5.89 inches, 0.53 inches less |
| Width | 77.6 millimetres3.06 inches | 71.5 millimetres, 6.1 millimetres less2.81 inches, 0.24 inches less |
| Depth | 8.25 millimetres0.32 inches | 8.25 millimetres, the same0.32 inches, the same |
| Weight | 227 grams8.01 ounces | 199 grams, 28 grams less7.02 ounces, 0.99 ounces less |
| Volume | 104.4 cubic centimetres6.37 cubic inches | 88.2 cubic centimetres, 16.1 cubic centimetres less5.39 cubic inches, 0.98 cubic inches less |
| Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure. | 91 percent | 90 percent, 1 percent less |
| Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches. | 6.9 inches | 6.3 inches, 0.6 inches less |
| Resolution | 1320 × 2868 | 1206 × 2622 |
| Pixel density | 460 pixels per inch | 460 pixels per inch, the same |
| Cutout | Dynamic Island | Dynamic Island |
| Rear main | 48MP | 48MP |
| Rear ultra-wide | — | — |
| Rear telephoto | — | — |
| Front camera | 12MP | 12MP |
| Chip | A18 Pro | A18 Pro |
| Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity. | 33 hrs | 27 hrs |
| Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless | 5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth | 5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth |
| Water resistance | IP68 (6m for 30 min) | IP68 (6m for 30 min) |
| Storage | 256 GB – 1 TB | 128 GB – 1 TB |
| Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars. | 1,199 dollars | 999 dollars, 200 dollars less |
| Released | Sep 2024 | Sep 2024 |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
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Questions about these phones
How do the sizes of the iPhone 16 Pro Max and iPhone 16 Pro compare?
The iPhone 16 Pro is 13.4 mm shorter, 6.1 mm narrower, and 28 g lighter than the iPhone 16 Pro Max.
Which phone is better for one-handed use?
The iPhone 16 Pro is easier to use with one hand compared to the larger iPhone 16 Pro Max.
Do both phones fit in pockets easily?
Both the iPhone 16 Pro Max and the iPhone 16 Pro fit in a typical men's jeans pocket, but neither fits comfortably in a median women's jeans pocket.
What are the screen sizes of the iPhone 16 Pro Max and the iPhone 16 Pro?
The iPhone 16 Pro Max features a 6.9-inch display, while the iPhone 16 Pro comes with a 6.3-inch screen.
Is the weight difference noticeable between the iPhone 16 Pro Max and the iPhone 16 Pro?
Yes, the weight difference is noticeable, with the iPhone 16 Pro being the lighter option at 199 g compared to the 227 g iPhone 16 Pro Max.
Which phone is better suited for smaller hands?
The iPhone 16 Pro is better suited for smaller hands due to its more compact dimensions.