The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is the larger-screen member of Apple’s standard 2024 iPhone lineup, sitting between the compact iPhone 16 and the pricier Pro models. Announced on September 9, 2024 and released on September 20, it pairs a spacious 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with the 3 nm Apple A18 chip, giving buyers Pro-class performance and a big-battery body without stepping up to the Pro tier.
This model is aimed at people who want a roomy, long-lasting iPhone for media, gaming, and all-day use, plus new touches like the Camera Control button, Action button, and Apple Intelligence support. In the sections below we break down where the iPhone 16 Plus delivers real value, how it compares against its siblings, and who should consider it.
Full Specifications
Network
| 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 – A3290 |
| 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 – A3082 | |
| 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 – A3289 | |
| 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 – A3291 | |
| 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 – A3290 |
| 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 – A3082 | |
| 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 – A3289 | |
| 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 – A3291 | |
| Speed: | HSPA, LTE, 5G, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps |
Launch
| Announced: | 2024, September 09 |
| Status: | Available. Released 2024, September 20 |
Body
| Dimensions: | 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm (6.33 x 3.06 x 0.31 in) |
| Weight: | 199 g (7.02 oz) |
| Build: | Glass front, 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) |
Display
| Type: | Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM) |
| Size: | 6.7 inches, 110.2 cm2 (~88.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution: | 1290 x 2796 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density) |
| Protection: | Ceramic Shield glass (2024 gen), Mohs level 4 |
Platform
| OS: | iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 18.6 |
| Chipset: | Apple A18 (3 nm) |
| CPU: | Hexa-core (2×4.04 GHz + 4×2.20 GHz) |
| GPU: | Apple GPU (5-core graphics) |
Memory
| Card slot: | No |
| Internal: | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM |
| NVMe |
Main Camera
| Dual: | 48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/1.56″, 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 0.7µm, 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. |
Selfie camera
| Single: | 12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6″, 1.0µm, 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 |
Sound
| Loudspeaker: | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack: | No |
Comms
| 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 |
Features
| Sensors: | Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Ultra Wideband (UWB) support (gen2 chip) Emergency SOS, Messages and Find My via satellite |
Battery
| Type: | Li-Ion 4674 mAh |
| Charging: | Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min 25W wireless (MagSafe), 15W wireless (China only) 15W wireless (Qi2) 4.5W reverse wired |
Misc
| Colors: | Black, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine |
| Models: | A3290, A3082, A3289, A3291, iPhone17,4 |
| SAR: | 1.13 W/kg (head) 1.16 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU: | 1.24 W/kg (head) 1.33 W/kg (body) |
| Price: | € 795.69 / $ 590.69 / £ 650.00 / ₹ 81,900 |
Our Tests
| Performance: | AnTuTu: 1727276 (v10) GeekBench: 7927 (v6) 3DMark: 4324 (Wild Life Extreme) |
| Display: | 1823 nits max brightness (measured) |
| Loudspeaker: | -25.2 LUFS (Very good) |
| Battery: | Active use score 18:49h |
EU LABEL
| Energy: | Class B |
| Battery: | 48:00h endurance, 1000 cycles |
| Free fall: | Class C (90 falls) |
| Repairability: | Class C |
Price and Availability
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus offers a compelling combination of features and performance. While the base price is around €796, the actual cost may vary depending on your location and retailer. Below, you’ll find the approximate price of the Apple iPhone 16 Plus converted into various currencies. Please note that these are estimates based on recent exchange rates as of July 7, 2026 and may not reflect the exact price you’ll find at a retailer.
- United States: $910
- Japan: ¥147,496
- United Kingdom: £680
- Australia: A$1,310
- Canada: C$1,293
- Taiwan: NT$29,113
- Denmark: kr5.939
- Saudi Arabia: ﷼3,412
- South Korea: ₩1,392,511
- Germany: €796
- Brazil: R$4.696
- Vietnam: ₫23.870.379
- Kenya: KSh 117,483
- India: ₹86,698
- Indonesia: Rp 16.367.863
- Nigeria: ₦1,242,065
- Pakistan: ₨253,221
- Philippines: ₱55,902
- Bangladesh: ৳১,১২,১৪৫
Where the iPhone 16 Plus Fits and Its Value
The iPhone 16 Plus is best understood as the “more screen, more battery” option in the standard range. Compared with the smaller iPhone 16 it keeps the same A18 chip, the same dual 48 MP + 12 MP camera system, and the same software features, but adds a larger 6.7-inch panel and a bigger 4674 mAh battery. That makes it a natural choice for buyers who found the Pro models overkill but wanted the endurance and viewing comfort of a Plus-sized phone. Storage tiers span 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB, all paired with 8GB of RAM, which is a meaningful bump that helps enable on-device AI features.
Design and Build Quality
Measuring 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm and weighing 199 g, the iPhone 16 Plus keeps a familiar flat-edged silhouette with a glass front, glass back, and aluminum frame. It carries an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance, rated for immersion up to 6 m for 30 minutes according to Apple. The front is protected by the 2024-generation Ceramic Shield glass. New for this generation is the Camera Control button alongside the customizable Action button, and the color palette covers Black, White, Pink, Teal, and Ultramarine. It is a clean, durable design that feels premium without straying far from the proven formula.
Display Experience
The 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED panel runs at 1290 x 2796 pixels for roughly 460 ppi, with HDR10 and Dolby Vision support. Apple quotes 1000 nits typical brightness and up to 2000 nits peak in high-brightness mode, and independent measurements have recorded around 1823 nits, so outdoor visibility is strong. The main caveat for spec-conscious buyers is the 60Hz refresh rate, since ProMotion 120Hz remains reserved for the Pro models. For everyday scrolling, streaming, and reading, however, the display is bright, sharp, and color-accurate.
Performance and Gaming
The Apple A18 (3 nm) chip pairs a hexa-core CPU with a 5-core GPU, and benchmark figures reported for this model — AnTuTu around 1.72 million, GeekBench 6 near 7927, and a 3DMark Wild Life Extreme score in the low 4000s — put it comfortably ahead of most rivals in its price band. With 8GB of RAM and fast NVMe storage, the phone handles demanding games, multitasking, and Apple Intelligence workloads smoothly. In practice, the iPhone 16 Plus offers flagship-level responsiveness that should stay fluid across several years of iOS updates.
Camera Capabilities
On the back sits a dual system: a 48 MP f/1.6 wide with sensor-shift OIS and dual-pixel PDAF, plus a 12 MP f/2.2 ultrawide with a 120-degree field of view. The wide sensor supports high-resolution capture and 2x optical-quality crops, while video tops out at 4K up to 60fps with Dolby Vision HDR and stereo sound recording. The 12 MP f/1.9 front camera handles selfies and Face ID, and also shoots 4K Dolby Vision video. It is a versatile pairing, though shoppers wanting a dedicated telephoto lens will need to look at the Pro line.
Battery and Charging
Battery life is a headline strength. The 4674 mAh cell delivered an active-use score of nearly 19 hours in testing, and the EU energy label lists an endurance rating around 48 hours with roughly 1000 charge cycles. Wired charging supports PD 2.0 with about 50% in 30 minutes, while wireless charging covers 25W MagSafe, 15W Qi2, and 4.5W reverse wired output. Charge speeds are modest compared with some Android rivals, but the large battery combined with efficient hardware makes this one of the longest-lasting standard iPhones.
Software and Longevity
The iPhone 16 Plus ships with iOS 18 (upgradable through iOS 18.6 at launch time) and is a lead device for Apple Intelligence, Apple’s suite of on-device and cloud AI features. Apple’s long track record of multi-year iOS updates means this phone should stay current well beyond typical Android support windows, which strengthens its long-term value. Availability of specific AI features can vary by region and language, so buyers should verify current support for their market.
Connectivity and Extras
Connectivity is thoroughly modern: 5G (Sub6, with mmWave on US models), Wi-Fi 7 with tri-band support, Bluetooth 5.3, and NFC for Apple Pay. The switch to USB Type-C (USB 2.0 speeds, with DisplayPort output) continues here, alongside second-generation Ultra Wideband. Safety extras include Emergency SOS, Messages, and Find My via satellite, plus the usual sensor array and Face ID. There is no microSD slot and no 3.5mm jack, in line with Apple’s approach.
Who Should Buy the iPhone 16 Plus
This phone suits buyers who prioritize a large screen and outstanding battery life, want strong performance and a capable dual camera, and prefer to stay in the iOS ecosystem without paying Pro prices. Those who need a 120Hz display, a telephoto lens, or the fastest charging may prefer a Pro model or an Android alternative. For everyone else, it is a well-rounded big-screen choice.
Conclusion
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a confident middle path: it borrows the A18 chip, 8GB of RAM, and capable dual cameras from higher-end 2024 iPhones, then adds a big 6.7-inch OLED and class-leading battery endurance. Its main compromises — a 60Hz screen, no telephoto lens, and merely adequate charging speed — are easy to accept if screen size and longevity matter most to you. If you want a large, durable, future-proof iPhone with all-day stamina and don’t need Pro extras, the iPhone 16 Plus is an easy recommendation; verify current pricing, colors, and regional availability before buying.
References
- Apple iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus Technical Specifications – Primary manufacturer source for iPhone 16 Plus dimensions, display, chip, cameras, battery-life claims, connectivity, charging, sensors, software, and included features.
- Apple Support – Identify your iPhone model – Official Apple support reference for iPhone 16 Plus year introduced, capacities, colors, regional model numbers, SIM-tray details, and physical identifiers.
- Apple iPhone – Supported 5G and LTE Networks – Official Apple reference for cellular band support and regional/network compatibility by iPhone model.
- Apple Newsroom – Apple introduces iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus – Official launch announcement covering release timing, key features, colors, A18 chip, Camera Control, Apple Intelligence positioning, and availability.
- GSMArena – Apple iPhone 16 Plus – Well-known smartphone specification database useful as a secondary cross-check for complete spec-table fields that Apple may not present in the same format.
