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iPhone 16 Pro vs iPhone 18 Pro: Which One Should You Buy?

iPhone 18 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 88.5/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple · 2024

iPhone 16 Pro

iPhone 16 Pro
76/ 100
Launch price$999
Apple · 2026

iPhone 18 Pro

iPhone 18 Pro
89/ 100
Launch price$1,299
Head-to-head

iPhone 18 Pro wins 7 of 8 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 16 Pro
iPhone 16 Pro
0 wins
iPhone 18 Pro
iPhone 18 Pro
7 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivitySecurityValue
iPhone 16 ProiPhone 18 Pro
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeediPhone 18 Pro
    80
    95
  • CameraiPhone 18 Pro
    85
    92
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieiPhone 18 Pro
    60
    76
  • BatteryiPhone 18 Pro
    58
    80
  • DisplayiPhone 18 Pro
    88
    92
  • ConnectivityiPhone 18 Pro
    95
    100
  • SecurityTie
    100
    100
  • ValueiPhone 18 Pro
    55
    62
Key differences
  • iPhone 18 Pro has the bigger battery4,288 mAh vs 3,582 mAh
  • iPhone 18 Pro charges faster45W vs 27W
  • iPhone 16 Pro is lighter199 g vs 211 g
  • iPhone 16 Pro launched cheaper$999 vs $1,299
  • iPhone 18 Pro has a sharper selfie camera18 MP vs 12 MP
  • iPhone 18 Pro has newer Bluetooth6 vs 5.3
  • iPhone 18 Pro has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
  • iPhone 18 Pro has the faster chipApple A20 Pro (2 nm) vs Apple A18 Pro
  • iPhone 18 Pro can text for help by satelliteYes vs No
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy iPhone 16 Pro
  • ✓12 g lighter (199 g vs 211 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$300 cheaper at launch ($999 vs $1,299)
  • ✓48 MP main camera
Reasons to buy iPhone 18 Pro
  • ✓Bigger 4,288 mAh battery (+706 mAh)
  • ✓48 MP main camera
  • ✓6.3" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 16 ProiPhone 18 Pro
1. Display & Screen🏆 iPhone 18 Pro Wins Display
Screen typeLTPO Super Retina XDR OLEDLTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision
Screen Size6.3"6.3"
Resolution & Density2622x1206 (460 ppi)1206 x 2622 pixels (19.5:9 ratio) (460 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness2,000 nits peak1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)
Screen ProtectionNot listedCeramic Shield 2, Anti-reflective coating, Always-On display
2. Platform & Performance🏆 iPhone 18 Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A18 Pro (3nm)Apple A20 Pro (2 nm) (2nm)
CPU CoresNot listedHexa-core (2x High Performance + 4x Efficiency)
GPU GraphicsApple GPU (6-core)Apple GPU (7-core graphics)
Operating SystemiOS 18iOS 27
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR12GB LPDDR5X
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1024GB256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB
Storage SpeedNot listedNVMe fast flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iPhone 18 Pro Wins Camera
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.78, OIS, Sony IMX90348 MP, f/1.5, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, OIS, Dual pixel PDAF, Sensor-shift OIS (gen 2)
Telephoto Zoom12 MP (5x optical zoom), f/2.8, OIS48 MP (4x optical zoom), f/2.8, 100mm (periscope telephoto), OIS
Ultrawide Camera48 MP, f/2.248 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide)
LiDAR / DepthNoneTOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth sensing & night portrait)
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps1080p@240fps10-bit HDRDolby Vision HDR (up to 120fps)ProRes RAWApple Log 2Spatial 3D video & stereo sound
Front Video
Not listed
4K@24/25/30/60fps1080p@120fpsgyro-EISDolby Vision HDR
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP, f/1.918 MP, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide multi-aspect)
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 iPhone 16 Pro Lightest Chassis
Dimensions149.6 x 71.5 x 8.25 mm150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm (5.91 x 2.83 x 0.35 in)
Weight199 g211 g (7.44 oz)
Build MaterialsNot listedGlass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, aluminum/glass back
SIM TypeNot listedNano-SIM + eSIM + dual eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP68IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 min)
8. Battery & Charging🏆 iPhone 18 Pro Wins Battery
Battery Capacity3,582 mAh4,288 mAh
Wired Fast Charging27W wired fast charging45W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging25W wireless charging25W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedYes, with stereo speakers (Spatial Audio)
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band, hotspot)
Bluetooth5.3Bluetooth 6.0, A2DP, LE
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.0USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 (up to 10Gbps), DisplayPort video out
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (Apple Pay Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedFace ID, LiDAR scanner, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Satellite FeaturesNot listedEmergency SOS, Messages and Find My via satellite
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedBlack, Silver, Glacier, Burgundy
Launch Price$999$1,299
Our verdict

iPhone 18 Pro wins — BeastScore 88.5/100

The iPhone 18 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (4,288 mAh vs 3,582 mAh) and faster charging (45W vs 27W). The iPhone 16 Pro is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (199 g vs 211 g).

Buy iPhone 16 Pro if you want

Lighter: 199 g vs 211 g (12 g less) · Lower launch price: $999 vs $1,299

Buy iPhone 18 Pro if you want

Larger battery: 4,288 mAh vs 3,582 mAh · Faster wired charging: 45W vs 27W

Upgrade guideOwn the iPhone 16 Pro? Is upgrading to the iPhone 18 Pro worth it?
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Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 16 Pro or iPhone 18 Pro?

The iPhone 18 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (4,288 mAh vs 3,582 mAh) and faster charging (45W vs 27W). The iPhone 16 Pro is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (199 g vs 211 g). BeastScore: iPhone 16 Pro 76.0/100, iPhone 18 Pro 88.5/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro?

iPhone 16 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 3582 mAh battery. iPhone 18 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 4288 mAh battery.

How do iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro compare for speed?

iPhone 16 Pro scores 80/100 for performance; iPhone 18 Pro scores 95/100.

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