Today we are going to analyze, jointly, these 4 versionsso you can see which one is more interesting, and which one you should go for, depending on whether you are looking for a better camera, a more suitable budget, or you simply like a color that is only available in certain models. We will see everything in detail but summarized at the same time.
iPhone 16 models
Within this year’s range, as we said, there are 4 different models, which can be easily summarized as follows:
- iPhone 16: 6.1 inch screen, chip A1848MP main camera, dual camera system, several color options, and an improved battery compared to the previous generation. Focused on a balance between functionality and price.
- iPhone 16 Plus: Larger 6.7-inch screen, also with the A18 and similar features to the iPhone 16, but with an even longer lasting battery thanks to the larger size.
- iPhone 16 Pro: 6.3 inch screen, but with the chip A18 Pro for greater performance. This model includes a triple camera system, as well as exclusive features such as ProMotion, which improves the fluidity of the screen.
- iPhone 16 Pro Max: The most premium model, with a 6.9-inch screen and the A18 Proa camera with advanced optical zoom (just like the Pro), and a battery that offers the longest life of all models, also due to its size.
Therefore, the main difference will be the fluidity of your screen, going from 60 Hz at 120 Hz on the Pro models, as well as the three camerascompared to the 2 non-Pro versions. As for the chip, all models will have the A18, despite the Pro models having a better one, however, all four will be able to run Apple Intelligence without problems.
Prices of each version of iPhone 16
The price of the models varies depending on the country and capacity, as well as possible offers and promotions, but we can comment on the starting price in Spain for each one.
- iPhone 16: 959 euros (128 GB)
- iPhone 16 Plus: 1109 euros (128 GB)
- iPhone 16 Pro: 1219 euros (128 GB)
- iPhone 16 Pro Max: 1469 Euros (256 GB)
As we can see, and this is an important fact, the iPhone 16 Pro Max would come with 256 GB of base storage, with no lower capacity, while the rest would start at 128 GB.
Colors of the iPhone 16 and 16 Pro
Within the range of colors, we must differentiate something that has been happening for many years, and that is that the color of the iPhone 16 differs from the Pro versions, although within these they do have the same ones, whether the largest or the smallest model.
- iPhone 16 and 16 Plus:
- White
- Black
- Ultramarine blue
- Teal
- Pink
- iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max:
- Black titanium
- White titanium
- Natural titanium
- Titanium desert
Desert Titanium would be this year’s special color, since we must remember that Apple usually releases a special version each year to differentiate it from others, and in this case it would be this shade.
Which model is most recommended?
This section will depend a lot on your tastes and budget, since the main differences lie in size and cost, so if you are looking for a small phone, you will have to think about the iPhone 16 or 16 Pro, the latter being special for those who are fond of photography. If you need something bigger, we would have to go for the 16 Plus or Pro Max, with very similar differences, since they will again be seen in the cameras and the price.
As a recommendation, this year the base models, having the latest version of the processor, would have fewer differences compared to the Pro, which makes them a more interesting option, because except for a better camera, and the 120 Hz, we would be talking about a model that covers the needs of most users. It is true that we would like them to increase the frequency of the screen, however, due to the difference in price, it is something normal, and it has been seen in the increase in orders for these first two (iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus).
Does Apple Intelligence work in Europe?
Unfortunately, as of today, Apple Intelligence Not available in Europebeing one of the main reasons to acquire this new model, which, despite being the best in history, does not have as many improvements compared to a 13, for example, so its only strong point is compatibility with AI, however, it is not yet available for countries belonging to the European Union, so if you are from Spain or one of them, it will be best to wait, although if you need a phone now, it would not be a bad option, since it is compatible, and we will only have to wait for them to resolve their differences and enable it in our country once and for all.
Reasons to wait for the iPhone 17
If you are hesitating to buy an iPhone 16, and are not in a hurry, there are several reasons to wait for the iPhone 17, and not fall into the consumerism of this model.
- Apple Intelligence: Not only because of the fact that we live in the EU and it isn’t available, but because Apple’s AI features will take months to arrive, and it’s likely that by the time the iPhone 17 is released there will be new features, languages, and other tools that they’ll be adding, so buying the iPhone 16 would be like trying out the beta of this, with the next one being the one who can really enjoy it.
- Relevant improvements: The iPhone 17 is expected to have a number of major improvements, and not just better cameras, which is all we’ve seen since the iPhone 13, so if you have an older model and are really looking to upgrade, the 16 isn’t going to give you what you want.
So, these are this year’s models, their main differences, prices, colours and more. We hope that they have become a little clearer for you and that you now know which one to choose, if you decide on one.
