iPhone 16 Overview
The iPhone 16 is Apple's 2024 standard iPhone with a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display, A18 chip, Apple Intelligence support, 48MP Fusion camera, 12MP Ultra Wide camera, Camera Control, Action button, and USB-C connectivity. It is designed for everyday photography, video, gaming, communication, productivity, and Apple's connected ecosystem.
Apple lists 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB storage, a 170g aluminum design, IP68 water and dust resistance, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, MagSafe and Qi2 wireless charging, and 4K Dolby Vision video recording. Apple does not publish the battery capacity in mAh on its technical specifications page, so this JSON uses Apple's official battery-life ratings instead.
6.1-Inch Super Retina XDR OLED Display
The iPhone 16 has a 6.1-inch all-screen Super Retina XDR OLED display with 2556 x 1179 resolution at 460 ppi. It supports Dynamic Island, HDR, True Tone, Wide Color P3, and Haptic Touch.
| Display Specification | iPhone 16 |
|---|---|
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Size | 6.1 inches |
| Resolution | 2556 x 1179 |
| Pixel Density | 460 ppi |
| Typical Brightness | 1,000 nits |
| HDR Peak | 1,600 nits |
| Outdoor Peak | 2,000 nits |
A18 Chip and Apple Intelligence
The A18 chip includes a 6-core CPU with two performance and four efficiency cores, a 5-core GPU, and a 16-core Neural Engine. Apple designed it to support Apple Intelligence and demanding apps and games.
| Component | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chip | A18 |
| CPU | 6-core |
| GPU | 5-core |
| Neural Engine | 16-core |
48MP Fusion Camera System
The rear system combines a 48MP Fusion main camera with a 12MP Ultra Wide camera. The Fusion camera enables a 12MP 2x Telephoto option, while the Ultra Wide camera has autofocus and supports macro photography.
| Camera | Specification |
|---|---|
| Main | 48MP Fusion, 26mm, f/1.6, sensor-shift OIS |
| Telephoto Option | 12MP 2x, 52mm, f/1.6 |
| Ultra Wide | 12MP, 13mm, f/2.2, 120° FOV |
| Front | 12MP TrueDepth, f/1.9 |
Camera Control and Action Button
Camera Control provides access to camera launch, capture, zoom, exposure, depth, cameras, Photographic Styles, and tone controls. The Action button can access Camera, Focus, Flashlight, Voice Memos, Translate, Magnifier, Shortcuts, accessibility features, and other supported functions.
4K Dolby Vision Video
iPhone 16 records 4K Dolby Vision video at up to 60fps. It also supports Cinematic mode up to 4K at 30fps, Action mode up to 2.8K at 60fps, macro video, 1080p slow motion at 120fps or 240fps, and 1080p spatial video at 30fps.
| Video Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| 4K | Dolby Vision up to 60fps |
| Cinematic | Up to 4K Dolby Vision 30fps |
| Action | Up to 2.8K Dolby Vision 60fps |
| Slow Motion | 1080p 120/240fps |
| Spatial Video | 1080p 30fps |
Battery and Charging
Apple rates iPhone 16 for up to 22 hours of video playback, 18 hours of streamed video, and 80 hours of audio playback. Apple does not list mAh capacity on the official specifications page. Fast charging can reach 50% in around 30 minutes with a 20W or higher adapter. MagSafe and Qi2 wireless charging are supported up to 25W under Apple's specified conditions.
| Battery Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Video Playback | Up to 22 hours |
| Streamed Video | Up to 18 hours |
| Audio | Up to 80 hours |
| Fast Charging | Up to 50% in around 30 minutes |
| MagSafe | Up to 25W |
| Qi2 | Up to 25W |
Aluminum Design and IP68
The iPhone 16 measures 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.80mm and weighs 170g. It uses an aluminum design, Ceramic Shield front, and color-infused glass back on selected finishes. Apple rates it IP68 under IEC 60529.
Connectivity
Connectivity includes 5G sub-6GHz with 4x4 MIMO, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, second-generation Ultra Wideband, NFC, Thread, GPS-related positioning systems, and USB-C with DisplayPort and USB 2 data transfer.
| Connectivity | Specification |
|---|---|
| 5G | Sub-6GHz, 4x4 MIMO |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7, 2x2 MIMO |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 |
| UWB | Second-generation |
| USB | USB-C, USB 2 up to 480Mbps, DisplayPort |
| NFC | Reader mode |
Storage and Colors
Apple offers 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB storage. The listed finishes are Black, White, Pink, Teal, and Ultramarine. There is no microSD expansion slot.
Who Is iPhone 16 For?
- Everyday users: A18 performance, OLED display, cameras, and iOS.
- Photography users: 48MP Fusion, 2x Telephoto option, Ultra Wide, and macro.
- Video creators: 4K Dolby Vision, Cinematic, Action mode, and spatial video.
- Gamers: A18 and 5-core GPU support demanding games.
- Apple ecosystem users: MagSafe, AirPlay, FaceTime, UWB, and other Apple features.
iPhone 16 Specifications at a Glance
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Processor | Apple A18 |
| Rear Cameras | 48MP Fusion + 12MP Ultra Wide |
| Front Camera | 12MP TrueDepth |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB |
| Battery Life | Up to 22 hours video |
| Charging | USB-C / MagSafe / Qi2 |
| Water Resistance | IP68 |
Final Overview
The iPhone 16 combines Apple's A18 chip, 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display, 48MP Fusion camera, 12MP Ultra Wide camera, Camera Control, Action button, Apple Intelligence, 4K Dolby Vision video, 5G, Wi-Fi 7, USB-C, MagSafe charging, and IP68 protection in a 170g design.
