Overall Score
78.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#46)78.3
Performance(#66)89.8
Camera(#104)57.4
Display(#891)85.5
Battery(#163)80.0
Build(#38)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Apple iPhone 16
Short Review
- The Apple iPhone 16 features a sleek design with glass front and back, an aluminum frame, and dimensions of 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm, weighing 170 grams.
- Its 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display supports HDR10 and Dolby Vision, offering a resolution of 1179 x 2556 pixels at approximately 460 ppi, with a peak brightness of 2000 nits.
- Powered by the A18 chipset, it delivers robust performance through a hexa-core CPU and a 5-core GPU, complemented by 8GB of RAM across all storage options.
- The camera system includes a 48 MP wide lens and a 12 MP ultrawide lens, capable of recording 4K video at various frame rates and featuring sensor-shift OIS for enhanced stability.
- The 3561 mAh battery supports wireless charging, ensuring all-day usage.
- Running on iOS 18, the software is user-friendly and supports upgrades to iOS 18.5.
- Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 6/7, Bluetooth 5.3, and USB Type-C.
- Special features include stereo speakers and water resistance.
- Available in multiple colors, the iPhone 16 combines aesthetic appeal with high-end specifications.
- Overall, it represents a significant advancement in Apple's smartphone lineup.
Specifications
General
Release Date2024, September 09
Announced2024, September 09
DescriptionVersions: A3287 (International); A3081 (USA); A3286 (Middle East, Canada, Mexico); A3288 (China, Hong Kong)
Display
Size6.1"
TypeSuper Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM)
Resolution1179 x 2556 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density)
PPI1179
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCeramic Shield glass (2024 gen)
Performance
ChipsetApple A18 (3 nm)
CPUHexa-core (2x4.04 GHz + 4x2.20 GHz)
GPUApple GPU (5-core graphics)
Memory128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera48 MP
Main Camera Details48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 0.7µm, dual pixel PDAF
Front Camera12 MP
Front Camera Details12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAFSL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
Video Recording4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), stereo sound rec.
Selfie Video4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3561 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3561 mAh
Charging DetailsWired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min25W wireless (MagSafe), 15W wireless (China only)15W wireless (Qi2)4.5W reverse wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Design
Dimensions147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm (5.81 x 2.82 x 0.31 in)
Weight170 g
MaterialsGlass front, glass back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM +eSIM+ eSIM (max 2 at a time; International)eSIM + eSIM (8 or more, max 2 at a time; USA)Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM (China)
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, tri-band, hotspot
Bluetooth5.3, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
Software
Operating SystemiOS 18, upgradable to iOS 18.5
OS VersioniOS 18, upgradable to iOS 18.5
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✓
SensorsFace ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo