Overview
Reviewed by Priyanka Singh · Senior Consumer-Tech Editor
The Apple iPhone 16 (256GB) is Apple's take on a value-focused smartphone, built around processor of Apple Bionic A18, ram of 8 GB, storage of 256 GB.. For daily driving, calls, social apps and photos it should hold up well. On the other side, power users should weigh the chipset and battery against heavier alternatives. Below you'll find the full specifications, live prices across stores, our editor's verdict, and a quality-checked refurbished alternative that can get you the same specs for noticeably less. If you value getting more for your money, the refurbished route is worth a serious look before buying new.
Full Specifications
| Price | ₹ 74,749 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Apple Bionic A18 |
| CPU | 4.04 GHz, Hexa Core Processor |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB |
| Display | 6.1 inches, 1179 x 2556 pixels |
| Operating System | iOS v18 |
| Graphics | Apple GPU (5-core graphics) |
| Battery | 3561 mAh, Li-ion Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes |
| Rear Camera | 48 MP ƒ/1.6 (Wide Angle) 26mm, 1/1.56", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 12 MP ƒ/2.2 (Ultra Wide) 13mm, 120˚, 0.7µm, dual pixel PDAF |
| Front Camera | 12 MP ƒ/1.9 (Wide Angle) Retina Flash |
| AnTuTu Score | 1,578,603 (Total) (v10) 429,696 (CPU) 615,758 (GPU) 178,193 (Memory) 354,956 (UX) |
| Resolution | 1179 x 2556 pixels |
| Model | iPhone 16 |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
| Dual Sim | Yes |
| Sim Size | eSIM+Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone |
| Release Date | September 09, 2024 |
| Dimensions | 71.6 x 147.6 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 170 g |
| Colors | Black, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine |
| Type | Color OLED Screen (1B Colors) |
| Touch | Yes |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 |
| Ppi | ~ 461 PPI |
| Screen To Body Ratio | ~ 86.4% |
| Notch | Yes, Dynamic Island Display |
| Gprs | Yes |
| Edge | Yes |
| 3g | Yes |
| 4g | Yes |
| 5g | Yes |
| Volte | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Usb | Yes, USB-C v2.0 |
| Usb Features | USB on-the-go, USB Charging |
| Gps | yes with GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS and BeiDou |
| Fingerprint Sensor | No |
| Face Unlock | Yes |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass, Barometer |
| 3 5mm Headphone Jack | No |
| Nfc | Yes |
| Water Resistance | Yes, 6 m upto 30 min |
| Ip Rating | IP68 |
| Dust Resistant | Yes |
| Auto Focus | Yes, Phase Detection autofocus |
| Video Recording | 4K @ 60 fps UHD, 1080p @ 60 fps FHD |
| Flash | Yes, Dual LED |
| Front Video Recording | 4K @ 60 fps UHD, 1080p @ 60 fps FHD |
| Java | No |
| Browser | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Music | AAC, APAC, MP3, Apple Lossless, FLAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby Atmos, Spatial Audio playback |
| Video | HEVC, H.264, MPEG‑4 Part 2 and Motion JPEG, HDR with Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HLG |
| Fm Radio | No |
| Document Reader | Yes |
| Battery Type | Non-Removable Battery |
| Esim Support | Yes |
| In The Box | Handset, USB C Charge Cable (1m), Documentation |
| Glass Type | Ceramic Shield glass (2024 gen) |
| Hdr Support | Yes, Dolby Vision |
| Features | Dynamic Island, HDR Display, True Tone, Wide colour (P3), Haptic Touch, 20,00,000:1 contrast ratio (typical), 1,000 nits max brightness (typical); 1,600 nits peak brightness (HDR); 2,000 nits peak brightness (outdoor); 1 nit minimum brightness, Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating, Dolby Vision |
| Card Slot | No |
| 5g Bands | FDD‑5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n14, n20, n25, n26, n28, n29, n30, n66, n70, n71, n75, n76), TDD‑5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) |
| Wifi Version | Wi‑Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO7 |
| Geekbench Score | 7,738 (Multi Core) (v6) 3,194 (Single Core) |
| Extra Features | Satellite Connectivity, Crash Detection, Action Buttion, Camera Control Buttion, Ai Mobile (Apple Intelligence), New 16‑core Neural Engine, Built-in Stereo Speaker, NVMe Storage |
| Camera Features | Camera Control, Sapphire crystal lens cover, True Tone flash, Photonic Engine, Deep Fusion, Smart HDR 5, Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control, Portrait Lighting with six effects, Night mode, Panorama (up to 63MP), Latest-generation Photographic Styles, Spatial photos, Macro photography, Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos, Lens correction (Ultra Wide), Advanced red‑eye correction, Auto image stabilisation, Burst mode, Photo geotagging, Image formats captured: HEIF and JPEG, Digital zoom up to 10x |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, 25W |
| Video Playback Time | 22 hours |
| Core Details | 2 performance and 4 efficiency cores |
| Music Playback Time | 80 hours |
| 3dmark Score | 4,289 (Wild Life Extreme) |
| Camera Score | 147 (DxOMark) |
| Speaker Score | 77 (Very Good) |
| Battery Test Result | 15.53 hours |
| Audio Jack Type | USB Type-C |
Editor Verdict
4.0/5
Editorial rating
“A strong all-rounder that covers the essentials well; the refurbished option makes it even better value.”
Performance
4.5
Camera
4.0
Battery Backup
4.0
Display
4.0
Value for Money
4.5
Build Quality
4.0
Priyanka Singh Senior Consumer-Tech Editor
Priyanka Singh has spent 8+ years reviewing consumer electronics in India, hands-on testing laptops, phones and TVs for real-world value. She focuses on what a device actually delivers for the price — and whether a refurbished unit is the smarter buy.
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| Processor | Apple Bionic A18 | HiSilicon Kirin 980 | HiSilicon Kirin 980 |
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Display | 6.1 inches, 1179 x 2556 pixels | 6.39 inches, 2340 x 1080 pixels | 6.39 inches, 2340 x 1080 pixels |
| Graphics | Apple GPU (5-core graphics) | Mali-G76 MP10 | Mali-G76 MP10 |
| OS | iOS v18 | Android v9.0 (Pie) | Android v9.0 (Pie) |
Our take: In this price band, this model leads on paper — a sensible pick, and better value refurbished.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the key specifications of Apple iPhone 16 (256GB)?
Processor: Apple Bionic A18. RAM: 8 GB. Storage: 256 GB. Display: 6.1 inches, 1179 x 2556 pixels. Resolution: 1179 x 2556 pixels. Operating System: iOS v18.
What is the display of Apple iPhone 16 (256GB)?
6.1 inches, 1179 x 2556 pixels with 1179 x 2556 pixels resolution.
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