Apple iPhone 16 Plus

Apple Sep 20, 2024

Overview

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a 2024 smartphone from Apple. It features a 6.7" OledSuper Retina XDR display with 1290 x 2796 px resolution (460 ppi pixel density) and impressive peak brightness of 2000 nits. The device is powered by the Apple A18 (3 nm process) with 2x Performance cores and 4x Efficiency cores, 8GB RAM LPDDR5X RAM and Apple 6 cores GPU GPU. The camera system features a 48MP Standard main sensor with f/1.6 aperture, accompanied by 12MP Wide Angle + Macro, plus a 12MP selfie camera. Power is provided by a 4674 mAh Li-Ion battery with 25W fast charging. The phone runs on iOS 18. Available in multiple configurations: 8GB RAM + 128GB storage, 8GB RAM + 256GB storage, 8GB RAM + 512GB storage. Color options include Black, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine.

Basic Information

Apple iPhone 16 Plus
BrandApple
ModelApple iPhone 16 Plus
Launch DateFriday, September 20, 2024
Release Year2024
Dimensions160.9 × 77.8 × 7.8 mm
Weight199 g
Volume97.64 cm³
Available Colors
  • Black
  • White
  • Pink
  • Teal
  • Ultramarine

Apple iPhone 16 Plus was released on Friday, September 20, 2024. The phone measures 160.9 × 77.8 × 7.8 mm with a volume of 97.64 cm³ and weighs 199g. It features a 6.7" OledSuper Retina XDR display with 1290 x 2796 px resolution (460 ppi pixel density) The device is available in the following colors: Black, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine.

Display

Size6.7"
TypeOledSuper Retina XDR
Resolution1290 x 2796 px
Pixel Density460 ppi
Aspect Ratio19.5:9
Refresh RateN/A
BrightnessHBM: 1600 nits, Peak: 2000 nits
Contrast Ratio2000000:1
HDR SupportHDR10
ProtectionN/A
Additional Features
  • Hole-punch Notch
  • Brightnes 1000 cd/m² (typ)
  • Always-On Display
  • DCI-P3
  • True Tone display
  • Super Retina XDR
  • Dolby Vision
  • Scratch resistant
  • Corning Gorilla Glass
  • Ceramic Shield
  • Capacitive
  • Multi-touch
  • Oleophobic (lipophobic) coating
  • Frameless
  • Haptic Touch
  • LTPO (Low Temperature PolySilicon oxide)

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus features a 6.7" OledSuper Retina XDR display with 1290 x 2796 px resolution (460 ppi pixel density) in 19.5:9 aspect ratio. The display offers HBM mode reaching 1600 nits, with peak brightness of 2000 nits. It delivers impressive 2000000:1 contrast ratio. The screen supports advanced HDR formats including HDR10. User-centric features include hole-punch notch, always-on display, multi-touch, haptic touch. Technical capabilities include brightnes 1000 cd/m² (typ), dci-p3, true tone display, super retina xdr, dolby vision, corning gorilla glass, ceramic shield, capacitive, oleophobic (lipophobic) coating, frameless, ltpo (low temperature polysilicon oxide). Additional protection features include scratch resistant.

Sensors

Security Sensors
  • Face ID
Motion Sensors
  • accelerometer
  • gyro
Environmental Sensors
  • proximity
  • compass
  • barometer
Health SensorsN/A

For security, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus features face id. Motion tracking is handled by accelerometer gyro. Environmental monitoring includes proximity compass barometer.

Battery

Capacity4674 mAh
TypeLi-Ion
Fast Charging25W
Wireless ChargingN/A
Features
  • Non-removable
Additional Info
  • 25W Wireless Charging

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is equipped with a 4674 mAh Li-Ion battery. It features fast charging at 25W. The battery system includes non-removable. Additional features include 25w wireless charging.

Hardware

ChipsetApple A18
CPU
  • 2x Performance
  • 4x Efficiency
Processor Details
  • processor type: Hexa-Core
  • production process: 3 nm
  • max freq: 3.8 GHz
  • 64-bit
GPUApple 6 cores GPU
RAM & Storage8GB RAM LPDDR5X, 128GB
Apple iPhone 16 Plus Versions:
  • 8GB RAM + 128GB Storage
  • 8GB RAM + 256GB Storage
  • 8GB RAM + 512GB Storage
  • 8GB RAM + 128GB Storage
  • 8GB RAM + 256GB Storage
  • 8GB RAM + 512GB Storage
  • 8GB RAM + 128GB Storage
  • 8GB RAM + 256GB Storage
  • 8GB RAM + 512GB Storage
  • 8GB RAM + 128GB Storage
  • 8GB RAM + 256GB Storage
  • 8GB RAM + 512GB Storage
AnTuTu Score1,753,018 (v10)
Additional FeaturesCooling System
Sensors
  • Proximity
  • Light sensor
  • Accelerometer
  • Compass
  • Gyroscope
  • Barometer
Audio Features
  • Dolby Atmos
  • Noise cancellation microphone
  • Stereo Speakers
  • 3 microphones
SD Card SlotNo
Battery4674 mAh

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is equipped with Apple A18 built on 3 nm process technology with 64-bit architecture. The processor features 2x Performance and 4x Efficiency. Graphics processing is handled by Apple 6 cores GPU. The device comes with 8GB RAM (RAM LPDDR5X) and 128GB storage. In AnTuTu benchmark v10, it achieves 1,753,018 points. Audio capabilities include Dolby Atmos, Noise cancellation microphone, Stereo Speakers. The Apple iPhone 16 Plus features advanced cooling system. Integrated sensors include Proximity, Light sensor, Accelerometer, Compass. The device is powered by a 4674 mAh battery. The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is available in 8GB RAM + 128GB storage, 8GB RAM + 256GB storage, 8GB RAM + 512GB storage, 8GB RAM + 128GB storage, 8GB RAM + 256GB storage, 8GB RAM + 512GB storage, 8GB RAM + 128GB storage, 8GB RAM + 256GB storage, 8GB RAM + 512GB storage, 8GB RAM + 128GB storage, 8GB RAM + 256GB storage, 8GB RAM + 512GB storage configurations.

Connectivity

WiFi
WiFi Standards
  • 802.11a
  • 802.11b
  • 802.11g
  • 802.11n
  • 802.11n 5GHz
  • 802.11ac
  • WiFi 6 (802.11ax)
  • WiFi 6E
Other WiFi Features
  • Dual band
  • Wi-Fi Hotspot
  • Wi-Fi MiMO
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3 LE Low energy consumption
Bluetooth Features
  • A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
  • LE (Low Energy)
  • APT-x
GPS
  • GPS
  • A-GPS
  • GLONASS
  • Beidou
  • QZSS
  • Galileo
  • BeiDou (B1)
  • NavIC System
Network Bands
5G

  • n1 (2100)
  • n2 (1900 PCS)
  • n3 (1800)
  • n5 (850)
  • n7 (2600)
  • n8 (900)
  • n12 (700)
  • n20 (800)
  • n25 (1900)
  • n26 (850)
  • n28b (700)
  • n28a (700)
  • n30 (2300)
  • n38 (2600)
  • n40 (2300)
  • n41 (2500)
  • n48 (3500)
  • n53 (2400)
  • n66 (1700)
  • n70 (1700)
  • n75 (1500)
  • n76 (1500)
  • n77 (3700)
  • n78 (3500)
  • n79 (4700)

4G LTE

  • B1 (2100)
  • B2 (1900)
  • B3 (1800)
  • B4 (1700/2100 AWS 1)
  • B5 (850)
  • B7 (2600)
  • B8 (900)
  • B12 (700)
  • B13 (700)
  • B17 (700)
  • B18 (800)
  • B19 (800)
  • B20 (800)
  • B25 (1900+)
  • B26 (850)
  • B28b (700)
  • B28a (700)
  • B30 (2300)
  • B32 (1500)
  • B34 (TDD 2100)
  • B38 (TDD 2600)
  • B39 (TDD 1900)
  • B40 (TDD 2300)
  • B41 (TDD 2500)
  • B42 (TDD 3500)
  • B48 (TDD 3600)
  • B53 (TDD 2400)
  • B66 (1700/2100)

3G

  • B1 (2100)
  • B2 (1900)
  • B4 (1700/2100 AWS A-F)
  • B5 (850)
  • B8 (900)

2G

  • B2 (1900)
  • B3 (1800)
  • B5 (850)
  • B8 (900)
SIMDual SIM Dual Standby (Nano SIM + eSIM)
USB
  • Charging
  • Mass Storage
  • USB Type-C
NFCYes

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus supports 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, 802.11n 5GHz, 802.11ac, WiFi 6 (802.11ax), WiFi 6E with features like Dual band, Hotspot, MiMO. The Apple iPhone 16 Plus comes with Bluetooth 5.3 LE Low energy consumption supporting A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile), LE (Low Energy), APT-x. For cellular connectivity, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus uses Dual SIM Dual Standby (Nano SIM + eSIM). The Apple iPhone 16 Plus features Charging, Mass Storage, USB Type-C connectivity. The Apple iPhone 16 Plus includes NFC support for contactless payments and quick device pairing. The Apple iPhone 16 Plus supports 5G bands, 4G LTE bands, 3G bands, 2G bands.

Camera Features

Video Resolution
  • 4K
  • 1080p
Frame Rates
  • 24fps
  • 25fps
  • 30fps
  • 60fps
  • 120fps
  • 240fps
Video Features
  • HDR
  • Stereo Sound

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus features a 2-camera setup with a 48MP Standard main sensor (f/1.6) of 1/1.3" size and 1.00 µm pixel size. The Apple iPhone 16 Plus also includes a 12MP Wide Angle + Macro (f/2.2). For selfies, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus uses a 12MP front camera with f/1.9 aperture. The Apple iPhone 16 Plus's camera system includes Cinematic Mode, Noise reduction, Face unlock.

DxOMark Scores

No DxOMark scores available for this device.

Camera details

Rear Camera

Resolution: 48 MP
Aperture: f/1.6
Sensor Model: Sony IMX904
Sensor Type: CMOS
Pixel Size: 1.00 µm
Pixel Binning: 1-4 (2x2)
Sensor Size: 1/1.3"

Resolution: 12 MP
Aperture: f/2.2
Sensor Model: Sony IMX633
Sensor Type: CMOS
Pixel Size: 1.40 µm
Sensor Size: 1/2.55"

Selfie Camera

Resolution: 12 MP
Aperture: f/1.9
Sensor Model: Sony IMX714
Sensor Type: CMOS

Additional Features

Extra:
  • Ultra wide-angle: 13 mm 120° field of view
  • 2x optical zoom
  • Digital zoom up to x10
  • Sapphire glass lens
  • Dolby Vision 4K video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, 60 fps
Flash:
  • Dual LED
Optical Stabilisation:
  • Yes
Slow Motion Video:
  • Yes, 240 fps
Features:
  • Cinematic Mode
  • Noise reduction
  • Face unlock
  • Pro Video Mode
  • 4K Video
  • Digital zoom
  • Optical zoom
  • Dual camera
  • Digital image stabilization
  • Optical Stabilization (OIS)
  • Ultra stable video
  • Autofocus
  • Touch focus
  • Continuous autofocus
  • Manual focus
  • Phase detection autofocus (PDAF)
  • Continuous shooting
  • Geotagging
  • Panorama
  • HDR
  • Face detection
  • White balance settings
  • ISO settings
  • Exposure compensation
  • Scene mode
  • Self-timer
  • RAW
  • Night Mode

Software

OSiOS
OS Version18
Max OS Version

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus runs on iOS 18. It is powered by the Apple A18 chipset with 2x Performance, 4x Efficiency CPU configuration.

Prices

Store Price Storage RAM
Amazon DE EUR 1,099.00
USD 1,190.88 		256 GB 8 GB
Amazon DE EUR 1,229.00
USD 1,331.74 		512 GB 8 GB
Best Buy USD 929.99
USD 929.99 		256 GB 8 GB
Best Buy USD 1,029.99
USD 1,029.99 		512 GB 8 GB
Amazon UK GBP 899.00
USD 1,169.60 		256 GB 8 GB
Amazon UK GBP 999.00
USD 1,299.70 		512 GB 8 GB
Amazon DE EUR 1,099.00
USD 1,190.88 		256 GB 8 GB
Amazon DE EUR 1,229.00
USD 1,331.74 		512 GB 8 GB
Best Buy USD 929.99
USD 929.99 		256 GB 8 GB
Best Buy USD 1,029.99
USD 1,029.99 		512 GB 8 GB
Amazon UK GBP 899.00
USD 1,169.60 		256 GB 8 GB
Amazon UK GBP 999.00
USD 1,299.70 		512 GB 8 GB