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Apple iPhone 16 phone review — specs and Genze score

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
Genze total: 8.1/10

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Quick specifications

6.1"

1179x2556 pixels

48MP

2160p

8GB RAM

Apple A18

3561mAh

PD2.025W

Score breakdown

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8.1 /10
Performance 8.8/10
Battery 6.3/10
Display 7.8/10
Camera 8.5/10
Body 7.4/10
Gaming 8.4/10
Software 9.7/10
Connectivity 9.4/10
Sensors 7.2/10
3 nm 4.04 GHz BT 5.3 Wi‑Fi 6.0 2024

Updates 7 yr · No bloatware/ads

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Full specifications

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
Announced 2024, September 09
Status Available. Released 2024, September 20
Dimensions 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm (5.81 x 2.82 x 0.31 in)
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)
??? IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 6m for 30 min)

Apple Pay (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified)
Type Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM)
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
OS iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 26.5
Chipset Apple A18 (3 nm)
CPU Hexa-core (2x4.04 GHz + 4x2.20 GHz)
GPU Apple GPU (5-core graphics)
Card slot No
Internal 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM
??? NVMe
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
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.
Single 12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0??m, PDAF

SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
Features HDR, Dolby Vision HDR, 3D (spatial) audio, stereo sound rec.
Video 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack No
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, tri-band, hotspot
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort
Sensors Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
??? Ultra Wideband (UWB) support (gen2 chip)

Emergency SOS, Messages and Find My via satellite
Type Li-Ion 3561 mAh
Charging Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min

25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China)

4.5W reverse wired
Colors Black, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine
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
Performance AnTuTu: 1721149 (v10)

GeekBench: 7929 (v6)

3DMark: 4295 (Wild Life Extreme)
Display 1708 nits max brightness (measured)
Loudspeaker -25.5 LUFS (Very good)
Battery Active use score 15:42h
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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