iPhone 16: Full Specifications, Features
The iPhone 16 introduces groundbreaking features including the all-new Camera Control button, advanced 48MP Main camera with 2x Telephoto, and the powerful A18 chip. Designed for both creativity and everyday use, it offers exceptional performance and innovative photography capabilities.
Featuring a sophisticated aluminum design with a polished matte glass back and contoured edges, the iPhone 16 is available in six stunning colors. The new Camera Control button provides instant access to photo and video functions, while Spatial Video recording lets you capture memories in 3D for Apple Vision Pro.
With all-day battery life, advanced computational photography, and iOS 18 with Apple Intelligence, the iPhone 16 delivers a premium experience that adapts to your needs while maintaining Apple’s commitment to environmental responsibility.
Key Highlights
Design & Build
Models & Sizes
iPhone 16 (6.1″) and iPhone 16 Plus (6.7″) with contoured edges and polished matte glass back
Durability
Aerospace-grade aluminum enclosure, Ceramic Shield front, IP68 water resistance (6m for 30 min)
Colors
Pink, Yellow, Blue, Black, Green, White
Sustainable Materials
100% recycled aluminum in thermal management, 100% recycled cobalt in battery, 100% recycled copper in main logic board
Display
Display Technology
Super Retina XDR display, OLED technology, HDR, True Tone, Wide color (P3)
Sizes & Resolution
iPhone 16: 6.1″ (2556×1179 pixels) | iPhone 16 Plus: 6.7″ (2796×1290 pixels)
Brightness
1600 nits peak (HDR), 2000 nits peak (outdoor), improved contrast ratio
Rear Camera
Main Camera
48MP Main: 26 mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, 100% Focus Pixels, sensor-shift OIS
2x Telephoto
Optical-quality 2x Telephoto (from 48MP sensor), 52 mm focal length, perfect for portraits
Ultra Wide Camera
12MP Ultra Wide: 13 mm, ƒ/2.4 aperture, 120° field of view
Camera Control Button
All-new customizable button for quick camera access, focus control, and video recording
Front Camera
TrueDepth Camera
12MP front camera: ƒ/1.9 aperture, Autofocus with Focus Pixels, Photonic Engine
Video Recording
4K HDR at 60fps, Cinematic mode, Action mode, Spatial Video for Apple Vision Pro
Computational Photography
Photonic Engine, Smart HDR 5, Portrait mode with Depth Control, Night mode
Performance
Chip
A18 chip with 6-core CPU, 5-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine
Performance
Up to 10% faster CPU, up to 20% faster GPU compared to A16 Bionic
Storage
8GB RAM with 128GB, 256GB, 512GB storage options
Battery
Battery Life
iPhone 16: Up to 20 hours video playback | iPhone 16 Plus: Up to 26 hours video playback
Charging
USB-C with fast charging, MagSafe wireless charging up to 15W, Qi wireless charging up to 7.5W
Reverse Charging
USB-C connector supports charging AirPods and other accessories
Intelligence
Operating System
iOS 18 with Apple Intelligence (coming later), customizable Home Screen, Messages via satellite
Apple Intelligence
Writing Tools, Image Playground, Genmoji, Clean Up, enhanced Siri with ChatGPT integration
Privacy
Private Cloud Compute, on-device processing, advanced data protection
Connectivity
SIM Technology
Dual eSIM (US models), nano-SIM and eSIM (international models)
Wireless Connectivity
5G (sub-6 GHz and mmWave), Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, Ultra Wideband, NFC
Emergency Features
Emergency SOS via satellite, Crash Detection, Roadside Assistance via satellite
Environmental
Recycled Materials
100% recycled aluminum in thermal management, 100% recycled cobalt in battery, 100% recycled copper in main logic board, 100% recycled rare earth elements in all magnets
Carbon Neutral
First iPhone to achieve carbon neutral for manufacturing and product use
Security
Authentication
Face ID enabled by TrueDepth camera, secure facial recognition
Data Protection
Advanced encryption, Secure Enclave, on-device intelligence processing
Price Range
Prices may vary by region, storage configuration, retailer, and carrier offers.
Disclaimer: The information provided here is sourced from official Apple website for general informational purposes only. While we strive to keep the information accurate and up-to-date, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness or accuracy of the specifications and price shown here. Verify details with official sources before making any decision.
