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Apple iPhone 16 Specifications
Versions: A3287 (International); A3081 (USA); A3286 (Middle East, Canada, Mexico); A3288 (China, Hong Kong)
Apple
Released 2024, Sep 20
8 GB RAM · Apple A18 (3 nm)
- 170g, 7.8mm thickness
- iOS 18, up to iOS 26.5
- 128GB/256GB/512GB storage, no card slot
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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).
| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 6.3 | — |
| Display | 7.8 | — |
| Performance | 8.8 | — |
| Camera | 8.5 | — |
| Body | 7.4 | — |
| Gaming | 8.4 | — |
| Software | 9.7 | — |
| Connectivity | 9.4 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
6.1"
1179x2556 pixels
48MP
2160p
8GB RAM
Apple A18
3561mAh
PD2.025W
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| ??? | CDMA 800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | |
| ??? | CDMA2000 1xEV-DO | |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53, 66 - A3287 | |
| ??? | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53, 66, 71 - A3081 | |
| ??? | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53, 66, 71 - A3286 | |
| ??? | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66 - A3288 | |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A3287 | |
| ??? | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 71, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - A3081 | |
| ??? | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 71, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A3286 | |
| ??? | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A3288 | |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2024, September 09 |
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| Status | Available. Released 2024, September 20 |
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Body
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Dimensions | 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm (5.81 x 2.82 x 0.31 in) |
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| Weight | 170 g (6.00 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front (Ceramic Shield), glass back, aluminum frame | |
| SIM | ?? Nano-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) |
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| ??? | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 6m for 30 min) Apple Pay (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified) |
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Display
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Type | Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM) |
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| Size | 6.1 inches, 91.7 cm2 (~86.8% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1179 x 2556 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Ceramic Shield glass (2024 gen), Mohs level 4 |
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Platform
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OS | iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 26.5 |
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| Chipset | Apple A18 (3 nm) | |
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x4.04 GHz + 4x2.20 GHz) | |
| GPU | Apple GPU (5-core graphics) |
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Memory
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Card slot | No |
|---|---|---|
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM | |
| ??? | NVMe |
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Main Camera
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Dual | 48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0??m, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120?? (ultrawide), 0.7??m, dual pixel PDAF |
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| Features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) | |
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), stereo sound rec. |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0??m, PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) |
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| Features | HDR, Dolby Vision HDR, 3D (spatial) audio, stereo sound rec. | |
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
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| 3.5mm jack | No |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, tri-band, hotspot |
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| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort |
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Features
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Sensors | Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
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| ??? | Ultra Wideband (UWB) support (gen2 chip) Emergency SOS, Messages and Find My via satellite |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Ion 3561 mAh |
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| Charging | Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired |
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Misc
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Colors | Black, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine |
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| Models | A3287, A3081, A3286, A3288, iPhone17,3 | |
| SAR | 1.08 W/kg (head) 1.17 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 1.24 W/kg (head) 1.41 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | $???434.99 / ??????575.00 / ?????457.00 |
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Our Tests
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Performance | AnTuTu: 1721149 (v10) GeekBench: 7929 (v6) 3DMark: 4295 (Wild Life Extreme) |
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| Display | 1708 nits max brightness (measured) | |
| Loudspeaker | -25.5 LUFS (Very good) | |
| Battery | Active use score 15:42h |
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EU LABEL
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Energy | Class B |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 37:00h endurance, 1000 cycles | |
| Free fall | Class C (90 falls) | |
| Repairability | Class C |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Apple iPhone 16 worth buying in 2026?
Apple iPhone 16 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 8.1/10 for its class; reference price around $435 USD. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
Is Apple iPhone 16 good for gaming?
Apple iPhone 16 scores 84/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.
What is the battery capacity of Apple iPhone 16?
Apple iPhone 16 has a 3,561 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Apple iPhone 16 have?
Apple iPhone 16 features a 6.10-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
Is Apple iPhone 16 water resistant?
Apple iPhone 16 is rated IP68. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.
How much RAM does Apple iPhone 16 have?
Apple iPhone 16 is available with 8 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Apple iPhone 16?
Genze rates Apple iPhone 16 8.1/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
What is the estimated price of Apple iPhone 16?
Our estimated reference price is $435 USD. Retail prices vary by region, storage, and promotions.
Where do these specifications come from?
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