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iPhone Duo vs iPhone 16

Quick answer

The iPhone 16 is 12.5 millimetres0.49 inches narrower and 84 grams2.96 ounces lighter than the iPhone Duo.

The iPhone 16 is 93.0 millimetres3.66 inches narrower and 84 grams2.96 ounces lighter than the iPhone Duo.

The iPhone Duo from Apple delivers vastly better battery life and a foldable screen, but it costs more and feels much heavier in hand than the standard 16 on Amazon (paid link). Choose the Duo for endurance and innovation, or stick with the 16 for ease of carry and value.

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Easier one-handediPhone 16

PocketiPhone 16

Weight differenceNoticeable

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HeightWidthDepthWeightDuo117.8 millimetres4.64 inches84.1 millimetres3.31 inches11.30 millimetres0.44 inches254 grams8.96 ounces16147.6 millimetres, 29.8 millimetres more5.81 inches, 1.17 inches more71.6 millimetres, 12.5 millimetres less2.82 inches, 0.49 inches less7.80 millimetres, 3.50 millimetres less0.31 inches, 0.14 inches less170 grams, 84 grams less6.00 ounces, 2.96 ounces less

Height: Duo 117.8 millimetres, 16 147.6 millimetres.Height: Duo 4.64 inches, 16 5.81 inches.Width: Duo 84.1 millimetres, 16 71.6 millimetres.Width: Duo 3.31 inches, 16 2.82 inches.Depth: Duo 11.30 millimetres, 16 7.80 millimetres.Depth: Duo 0.44 inches, 16 0.31 inches.Weight: Duo 254 grams, 16 170 grams.Weight: Duo 8.96 ounces, 16 6.00 ounces.

HeightWidthDepthWeightDuo117.8 millimetres4.64 inches164.6 millimetres6.48 inches5.20 millimetres0.20 inches254 grams8.96 ounces16147.6 millimetres, 29.8 millimetres more5.81 inches, 1.17 inches more71.6 millimetres, 93.0 millimetres less2.82 inches, 3.66 inches less7.80 millimetres, 2.60 millimetres more0.31 inches, 0.10 inches more170 grams, 84 grams less6.00 ounces, 2.96 ounces less

Height: Duo 117.8 millimetres, 16 147.6 millimetres.Height: Duo 4.64 inches, 16 5.81 inches.Width: Duo 164.6 millimetres, 16 71.6 millimetres.Width: Duo 6.48 inches, 16 2.82 inches.Depth: Duo 5.20 millimetres, 16 7.80 millimetres.Depth: Duo 0.20 inches, 16 0.31 inches.Weight: Duo 254 grams, 16 170 grams.Weight: Duo 8.96 ounces, 16 6.00 ounces.

Specifications

Specifications for iPhone Duo, iPhone 16. Differences are given against iPhone Duo.
SpecificationDuo16
Height117.8 millimetres4.64 inches117.8 millimetres4.64 inches147.6 millimetres, 29.8 millimetres more5.81 inches, 1.17 inches more147.6 millimetres, 29.8 millimetres more5.81 inches, 1.17 inches more
Height, open117.8 millimetres4.64 inches—
Height, closed117.8 millimetres4.64 inches—
Width84.1 millimetres3.31 inches164.6 millimetres6.48 inches71.6 millimetres, 12.5 millimetres less2.82 inches, 0.49 inches less71.6 millimetres, 93.0 millimetres less2.82 inches, 3.66 inches less
Width, open164.6 millimetres6.48 inches—
Width, closed84.1 millimetres3.31 inches—
Depth11.30 millimetres0.44 inches5.20 millimetres0.20 inches7.80 millimetres, 3.50 millimetres less0.31 inches, 0.14 inches less7.80 millimetres, 2.60 millimetres more0.31 inches, 0.10 inches more
Depth, open5.20 millimetres0.20 inches—
Depth, closed11.30 millimetres0.44 inches—
Weight254 grams8.96 ounces254 grams8.96 ounces170 grams, 84 grams less6.00 ounces, 2.96 ounces less170 grams, 84 grams less6.00 ounces, 2.96 ounces less
Volume111.9 cubic centimetres6.83 cubic inches100.8 cubic centimetres6.15 cubic inches82.4 cubic centimetres, 29.5 cubic centimetres less5.03 cubic inches, 1.80 cubic inches less82.4 cubic centimetres, 18.4 cubic centimetres less5.03 cubic inches, 1.12 cubic inches less
Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure.89 percent90 percent87 percent, 2 percent less87 percent, 3 percent less
Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches.5.4 inches7.6 inches6.1 inches, 0.7 inches more6.1 inches, 1.5 inches less
Resolution1398 × 20341878 × 26701179 × 25561179 × 2556
Pixel density460 pixels per inch430 pixels per inch460 pixels per inch, the same460 pixels per inch, 30 pixels per inch more
CutoutDynamic IslandNoneDynamic IslandDynamic Island
Rear main48MP Fusion f/1.648MP Fusion f/1.648MP48MP
Rear ultra-wide48MP Ultra Wide f/2.248MP Ultra Wide f/2.2——
Rear telephoto————
Front camera12MP Center Stage f/2.2 (outer), under-display FaceTime f/1.8 (inner)12MP Center Stage f/2.2 (outer), under-display FaceTime f/1.8 (inner)12MP12MP
ChipA20 ProA20 ProA18A18
Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity.44 hrs31 hrs22 hrs22 hrs
PortUSB-CUSB-CUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless5G · Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Apple C2 modem5G · Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Apple C2 modem5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth
Water resistanceIP68 (6m for 30 min)IP68 (6m for 30 min)IP68 (6m for 30 min)IP68 (6m for 30 min)
Storage256 GB – 2 TB256 GB – 2 TB128 – 512 GB128 – 512 GB
Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars.1,999 dollars1,999 dollars799 dollars, 1200 dollars less799 dollars, 1200 dollars less
ReleasedOct 2026Oct 2026Sep 2024Sep 2024
StatusCurrentCurrentCurrentCurrent

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Questions about these phones

How much taller is the iPhone 16 compared to the iPhone Duo?

The iPhone 16 is 29.8 mm taller than the iPhone Duo when closed. It is also 12.5 mm narrower and 3.5 mm thinner.

Is the iPhone Duo heavier than the iPhone 16?

Yes, the iPhone Duo weighs 254 g while the iPhone 16 weighs 170 g. The difference of 84 g is noticeable.

Which phone has a larger screen?

The iPhone 16 has a 6.1 inch display compared to the iPhone Duo's 5.4 inch screen. The iPhone 16 screen is 0.7 inches larger.

Which phone is easier to use one-handed?

The iPhone 16 is easier to use one-handed than the iPhone Duo. It is better suited for small hands.

Do either of these phones fit in a jeans pocket?

The iPhone 16 fits in a typical men's jeans pocket but not a women's. The iPhone Duo does not fit in either median pocket.

Is upgrading to the iPhone Duo worth it for size?

Upgrading to the iPhone Duo for size alone depends on your needs. It expands to 164.6 mm wide when open.