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Apple
iPhone 16 Plus
- 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED
- Apple A18 · 6-core CPU
- 199 g
- From $899
Available colors
Selected: Ultramarine
Physical specifications
6.7"
Display size
199 g
Weight
160.9 mm
Height
77.8 mm
Width
7.8 mm
Thickness
—
Aspect ratio
Everyday usability
Estimated from device dimensions and weight.
One-handed use
AverageOne-handed use is possible, though two hands will often feel easier.
Pocket friendliness
GoodGenerally pocket-friendly for everyday carry.
Carry comfort
BalancedWeight sits in a balanced range for everyday holding and carrying.
Reading and media
More comfortable for reading and media than compact phones.
Gaming
SuitableIts hardware should handle most modern games, though demanding titles may benefit from adjusted settings.
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Open size comparisonDisplay
- Display size
- 6.7"
- Display technology
- Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution
- 2796 × 1290
- Refresh rate
- 60 Hz
- Peak brightness
- 2000 nits
- Protection
- Ceramic Shield
Performance
- Chipset
- Apple A18
- CPU
- 6-core CPU
- GPU
- 5-core GPU
- RAM
- 8 GB
- Storage
- 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB
- Expandable storage
- No
Battery & charging
- Wired charging
- 25 W
- Wireless charging
- 15 W
- Charging standard
- MagSafe, Qi2
- Battery type
- Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion
Cameras
- Rear cameras
- Fusion · 48 MP · ƒ/1.6 · 26 mm · Sensor-shift OIS; Ultra Wide · 12 MP · ƒ/2.2 · 13 mm
- Front cameras
- TrueDepth · 12 MP · ƒ/1.9
- Video recording
- 4K Dolby Vision up to 60 fps, Spatial video up to 4K at 30 fps
Build & durability
- Frame
- Aluminum
- Back
- Color-infused glass
- Front
- Ceramic Shield
- Ingress protection
- IP68
Connectivity
- Cellular
- 5G (sub-6 GHz), Gigabit LTE
- Wi‑Fi
- Wi‑Fi 7 (802.11be)
- Bluetooth
- Bluetooth 5.3
- USB
- USB-C (USB 2)
- NFC
- Yes
- eSIM
- Yes
- Satellite
- Emergency SOS via satellite
iPhone 16 Plus User Experience
An editorial look at iPhone 16 Plus ownership — standout battery endurance, large-screen media habits, two-handed handling, pocket trade-offs, and how it compares with the standard iPhone 16 and Pro Max.
Release and pricing
- Announced
- September 9, 2024
- Released
- September 20, 2024
- Starting price
- $899
- Market
- US
- Configuration
- 128 GB
Buying guide FAQ
Practical upgrade and buying answers based on published specifications and previous-generation comparisons when available.
What’s new in Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024) compared with Apple iPhone 15 Plus (2023)?
Published changes versus Apple iPhone 15 Plus (2023) include a chipset change from Apple A16 Bionic to Apple A18, a starting RAM change from 6 GB to 8 GB and a wired charging change from 20 W to 25 W. These are specification differences, not measured real-world scores.
Is it worth upgrading from Apple iPhone 15 Plus (2023) to Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024)?
An upgrade is easiest to justify if you care about a chipset change from Apple A16 Bionic to Apple A18, a starting RAM change from 6 GB to 8 GB and a wired charging change from 20 W to 25 W. If those areas already meet your needs on Apple iPhone 15 Plus (2023), the move is optional rather than urgent.
How much better is the camera on Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024)?
The published rear-camera configuration looks broadly similar to Apple iPhone 15 Plus (2023). Any photo improvement would have to come from processing or software, which these specs do not quantify.
Is the display improved on Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024)?
Published display specifications remain closely aligned with Apple iPhone 15 Plus (2023). Buyers should not expect a clearly different screen experience from the listed panel data alone.
Has performance improved on Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024)?
Published performance changes versus Apple iPhone 15 Plus (2023) are a chipset change from Apple A16 Bionic to Apple A18 and a starting RAM change from 6 GB to 8 GB. That points to more compute headroom on paper; sustained speed still depends on thermals and software.
Has charging changed on Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024)?
Charging specs versus Apple iPhone 15 Plus (2023) changed as follows: a wired charging change from 20 W to 25 W. Faster rated charging can shorten top-ups, but cable and adapter support still matter.
How much more expensive is Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024) than Apple iPhone 15 Plus (2023)?
Launch pricing lists Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024) at the same $899 starting point as Apple iPhone 15 Plus (2023). Storage or configuration differences can still change what you actually pay.
Who should buy Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024)?
Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024) fits buyers who want a larger phone for media and reach, people moving up from Apple iPhone 15 Plus (2023) and shoppers who do not need the higher-tier Pro extras. This is an editorial reading of size and published differences, not a personalized recommendation.
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Models and configurations
- Storage
- 128 GB256 GB512 GB
- Connectivity
- 5G (sub-6 GHz)Gigabit LTE
- Colors
- UltramarineTealPinkWhiteBlack
- RAM
- 8 GB
- SIM configuration
- eSIM
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Official sources
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