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iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) vs Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2)

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing hardware specifications, benchmark percentiles, battery endurance, and category performance advantages.

Smartphone Battle
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Apple · 2016

iPad Pro 9.7 (2016)

iPad Pro 9.7 (2016)
70/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
Apple · 2024

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2)

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2)
70/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) BETTER THAN Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2)?

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iPad Pro 9.7 (2016)Winner 🏆
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2)

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORiPad ProApple iPhoneLEADER
Refresh Rate60Hz60Hz60Hz
Battery Capacity7,306 mAh4,685 mAh+7,306 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingStandardStandard25W
Main Camera Sensor12 MPN/A48 MP
Screen Display Size9.7"6.86"9.7"
Chassis Weight437g227g227g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy iPad Pro 9.7 (2016):
  • ✓Larger 7,306 mAh battery capacity (+2,621 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓12MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓9.7" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2):
  • ✓210g lighter chassis (227g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓6.86" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationiPad Pro 9.7 (2016)Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2)
1. Display & Screen🏆 iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) Wins Display
Screen Type & TechIPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colorsAM-OLED display
Screen Size9.7"6.86"
Resolution & Density1536x2048 (264 ppi)1320x2868 (460 ppi)
Refresh Rate60 Hz ProMotion60 Hz
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemiOS iOS
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory2 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage2GB / 256GB1000GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) Wins Camera
Primary Camera12 MPN/A
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens5 MPN/A
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/AN/A
Weight437 g227 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedNot certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity7,306 mAh4,685 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/AN/A
Wireless ChargingNot supportedNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspotWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, EDRBluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & Speed2.0, proprietary reversible connector; magnetic connectorUSB Type-C
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 70.4/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its superior specifications and verified build advantages.

When to choose iPad Pro 9.7 (2016):
Higher overall BeastScore: 70.4 vs top rival 69.8 · Larger battery capacity: 7,306 mAh (+2,621 mAh more)
When to choose Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2):
More system memory: 8GB RAM vs max 2GB · Lighter body: 227g (210g lighter in hand)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) vs Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2)

Which is better: iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) or Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2)?

iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) leads with an overall BeastScore of 70.4/100 compared to Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) (69.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 70.4 vs top rival 69.8 and Larger battery capacity: 7,306 mAh (+2,621 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) and Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2)?

iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) is equipped with a 9.7-inch display and 7306 mAh battery, while Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) features a 6.86-inch display and 4685 mAh battery.

How do the performance capabilities compare between iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) and Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2)?

In objective hardware benchmarks, iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) achieves a 60/100 performance score, while Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) scores 80/100.

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