Apple iPhone 16 vs Apple iPhone 17

iPhone 16A18 chip 6-core CPU with 2 performance and 4 efficiency cores 5-core GPU 16-core Neural Engine

iPhone 17Apple A19 · 6-core CPU · 5-core GPU · 16-core Neural Engine

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

iPhone 17

The exact A19 configuration is listed. Core counts and the chip name do not establish measured superiority over A18.

Different hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.

Up-to local video playback

iPhone 1622 hours

iPhone 1730 hours

Sources

iPhone 16

Manufacturer up-to claim, not measured mixed-use battery life. All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. MagSafe wireless charging up to 25W with 30W adapter or higher. Testing conducted by Apple in August 2024 using pre‑production iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus units and software, USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple USB‑C Power Adapter (20W Model A2305), and Apple MagSafe Chargers (1‑metre Model A2580 and 2‑metre Model A3250) with Apple USB-C Power Adapter (30W Model A2164). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary. Wireless chargers sold separately.

iPhone 17

Local-video up-to claim; not streamed or mixed-use endurance.

Manufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.

Connector capabilities

iPhone 16USB-C connector with support for: Charging DisplayPort USB 2 (up to 480Mb/s)

iPhone 17USB-C · USB 2 up to 480 Mb/s

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

iPhone 17

Connector and data maximum are retained. DisplayPort output is separately evidenced, and USB 3 support is not inferred.

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Native display resolution

iPhone 162556 × 1179

iPhone 172622 × 1206

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

iPhone 17

Directly published pixel dimensions.

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Manufacturer marketed display diagonal

iPhone 166.1 in

iPhone 176.3 in

Sources

iPhone 16

Manufacturer marketed diagonal; rounded corners and actual viewable area are described in the complete display specification.

iPhone 17

Advertised nominal diagonal, not actual viewable area.

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Rear camera system

iPhone 16Advanced dual-camera system 48MP Fusion Main: 26mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels, support for super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP) Also enables 12MP 2x Telephoto: 52mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels 12MP Ultra Wide: 13mm, ƒ/2.2 aperture and 120° field of view, 100% Focus Pixels 2x optical zoom in, 2x optical zoom out; 4x optical zoom range Digital zoom up to 10x 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) 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

iPhone 1748 MP main with sensor-shift OIS · 48 MP ultra-wide · 2× framing enabled by the main sensor

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

iPhone 17

Two physical Fusion cameras are listed. The optical-quality 2× mode crops the main sensor; it is not a third lens.

Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.

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Manufacturer display specification

iPhone 16Super Retina XDR display 6.1-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display 2556x1179-pixel resolution at 460 ppi Dynamic Island HDR display True Tone Wide colour (P3) Haptic Touch 2,000,000:1 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 Support for display of multiple languages and characters simultaneously The iPhone 16 display has rounded corners that follow a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 6.12 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).

iPhone 176.3-inch OLED · 2622 × 1206 · adaptive ProMotion up to 120 Hz

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

iPhone 17

Nominal diagonal, resolution and adaptive maximum are kept together; this is not measured motion quality.

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Manufacturer battery and charging claims

iPhone 16Video playback Up to 22 hours Video playback (streamed) Up to 18 hours Audio playback Up to 80 hours; Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery Fast-charge capable: Up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes with 20W adapter or higher paired with USB-C charging cable, or 30W adapter or higher paired with MagSafe Charger (all available separately)

iPhone 17Up to 30 hours local video · around 50% wired charge in 20 minutes with a 40 W or higher adapter · MagSafe and Qi2 up to 25 W

Sources

iPhone 16

All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. MagSafe wireless charging up to 25W with 30W adapter or higher. Testing conducted by Apple in August 2024 using pre‑production iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus units and software, USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple USB‑C Power Adapter (20W Model A2305), and Apple MagSafe Chargers (1‑metre Model A2580 and 2‑metre Model A3250) with Apple USB-C Power Adapter (30W Model A2164). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary. Wireless chargers sold separately.

iPhone 17

Playback and charge setups are distinct manufacturer claims, not mixed-use battery life or measured sustained input.

Manufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.

Front camera specification

iPhone 1612MP camera ƒ/1.9 aperture Autofocus with Focus Pixels Retina Flash Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Animoji and Memoji Night mode Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Lens correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode 4K Dolby Vision video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps 1080p Dolby Vision video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps Cinematic mode up to 4K Dolby Vision at 30 fps Slo-mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps Time-lapse video with stabilisation Night mode Time-lapse QuickTake video up to 4K at 60 fps in Dolby Vision Cinematic video stabilisation (4K, 1080p and 720p) Spatial Audio and stereo recording Wind noise reduction Audio Mix

iPhone 1718 MP Center Stage · f/1.9 · autofocus

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

iPhone 17

Front-camera optics and autofocus are read separately from the rear system.

Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.

Manufacturer wording of separate fields (1)

Combined manufacturer descriptions whose values are listed as separate differences. Kept here so every verified difference stays in one list.

Manufacturer device dimensions

iPhone 16Width: 71.6 mm; Height: 147.6 mm; Depth: 7.80 mm

iPhone 17149.6 × 71.5 × 7.95 mm (height × width × depth)

Sources

iPhone 16

Exact selected UK model; axis labels retained.

iPhone 17

Individually labelled dimensions were reordered explicitly to height × width × depth.

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Small physical differences (4)

Manufacturer height

iPhone 16147.6 mm

iPhone 17149.6 mm

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

iPhone 17

Labelled height in millimetres.

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Manufacturer thickness

iPhone 167.8 mm

iPhone 177.95 mm

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

iPhone 17

Labelled depth; camera-bump dimensions are not invented.

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Manufacturer device mass

iPhone 16170 g

iPhone 17177 g

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

iPhone 17

Device mass, not shipping mass; configuration and manufacture can vary.

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Manufacturer width

iPhone 1671.6 mm

iPhone 1771.5 mm

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

iPhone 17

Labelled width; larger is not inherently preferable.

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Configuration & compatibility details (4)

Selected nominal storage

iPhone 16128 GB

iPhone 17256 GB

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — literal MYEA3QN/A configuration

iPhone 17

A listed internal storage option; free space varies with software and settings.

iPhone 16Apple UK — literal MYEA3QN/A configuration Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

A configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.

Selected storage; RAM remains unlisted

iPhone 16128 GB storage; RAM capacity is not listed by the manufacturer.

iPhone 17256 GB storage

Sources

iPhone 17

The maintained configuration is a listed capacity; storage is not RAM.

A configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.

Exact UK hardware, SIM and cellular specification

iPhone 16UK A3287; Dual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM) Dual eSIM support Learn more about eSIM Learn more about travelling with eSIM; Model A3287 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75, n76) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO and LAA Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 5.3 Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip Thread networking technology NFC with reader mode Express Cards with Power Reserve

iPhone 17UK A3520 · nano-SIM + eSIM · dual eSIM

Sources

iPhone 16

* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/HT201296 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your network provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Wi‑Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported. Ultra Wideband availability varies by region.

iPhone 17 technical specifications — UK Identify your iPhone model — regional identifiers

iPhone 17

UK technical and regional model sections agree. A model identity is not a retailer-availability or carrier-support guarantee.

These descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.

UK model wireless capabilities

iPhone 16Model A3287 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75, n76) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO and LAA Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 5.3 Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip Thread networking technology NFC with reader mode Express Cards with Power Reserve

iPhone 17Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Thread · UWB · NFC

Sources

iPhone 16

iPhone 17

UWB is Apple's second-generation Ultra Wideband chip. Wi-Fi 7 and Ultra Wideband availability depend on region and compatible equipment. This sourced capability inventory is not measured throughput or evidence that a shorter peer inventory lacks a feature.

An exact-variant identifier or regional network listing, not a difference in capability. Check the bands and model code for your carrier and region.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (63)

Main-camera aperture control

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Fixed f/1.6

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

One main-camera aperture is listed; ultra-wide f/2.2 is a separate lens.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rear 4K Dolby Vision maximum

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 1760 fps

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Ordinary rear 4K recording maximum, separate from Cinematic, Action and simultaneous capture.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Front 4K Dolby Vision maximum

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 1760 fps

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Front-camera maximum is independently listed.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Main camera optical stabilisation

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Yes

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Sensor-shift OIS is explicitly attached to Fusion Main.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rear-system optical stabilisation

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Yes

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Positive system flag is scoped to Fusion Main, not every rear lens.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rear camera autofocus

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Yes

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Continuous autofocus video is explicitly listed; no focus-speed score is inferred.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Front camera autofocus

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Yes

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Autofocus with Focus Pixels is explicitly listed.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Front camera optical stabilisation

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Not verified

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Ultra-stabilised video and auto image stabilisation do not establish an optical mechanism.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rear Cinematic video at 4K Dolby Vision

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 1730 fps

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Mode-specific 4K maximum, not ordinary rear recording.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Battery capacity

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Not verified

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Lithium-ion construction is listed without mAh. Playback duration does not establish capacity.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Maximum wired charging power

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Not verified

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

40 W is the adapter requirement in a charge-time test; it is not published maximum handset input.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Time to around 50% wired charge

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 1720 minutes

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

The stated wired test uses a separately sold 40 W or higher adapter and USB-C cable. It is not full-charge time.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Maximum refresh rate

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17120 Hz

Sources

iPhone 16

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Adaptive ProMotion up to 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or measured response performance.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Physical RAM capacity

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Not verified

Sources

iPhone 16

Not listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.

iPhone 17

The manufacturer does not publish RAM capacity in this specification.

iPhone 17 — Technical Specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Expandable storage

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17No

Sources

iPhone 16

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Fixed storage options and no removable storage interface in Apple's specification.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Manufacturer update-policy information

iPhone 16No fixed update duration is listed in this manufacturer technical source.

iPhone 17Not verified

Sources

iPhone 16

No support years or promised major-version count are inferred. The installed operating system is listed separately.

iPhone 17

The retained page names iOS 26 but does not promise a future upgrade count or support end date.

iPhone 17 technical specifications — UK Identify your iPhone model — regional identifiers

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published support term

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Not verified

Sources

iPhone 16

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Not verified for this exact model.

Apple debuts iPhone 17

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Action button

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Yes

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Physical button expressly identified.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Action mode recording

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Up to 2.8K Dolby Vision at 60 fps

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Resolution, rate and mode are kept together.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Always-on display

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Yes

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Expressly named in the exact model specification.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Apple Intelligence

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Yes

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Named support with language/region restrictions, Siri AI iOS 27 English beta and server-use limits; not successor-exclusive software.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Audio Mix

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Yes

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Named support in both inventories; not an audio-quality score.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published audio playback

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Not verified

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

No audio-duration maximum is given in the checked power section.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Device unlock

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Face ID

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

TrueDepth-based facial recognition; wording differences do not create a separate unlock method.

iPhone 17 technical specifications — UK Identify your iPhone model — regional identifiers

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Camera Control

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Yes

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Physical control expressly identified; no absence is inferred on another phone.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Cellular modem model

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Not verified

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

The mobile section names N1 and UWB, but does not identify the cellular modem.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Body and cover materials

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Aluminium design · Ceramic Shield 2 front · colour-infused glass back

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

The glass-back condition includes the selected Lavender finish. No measured durability is inferred.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Crash Detection

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Yes

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Support is named, without a detection-accuracy or rescue guarantee.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

DisplayPort video output

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Yes

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

The USB-C capability list explicitly names DisplayPort, separate from its USB 2 data limit.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Dual Capture 4K Dolby Vision maximum

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 1730 fps

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Simultaneous capture maximum remains separate from ordinary single-camera 4K.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Dynamic Island

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Yes

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Expressly named; shared support does not establish a generational gain.

iPhone 17 technical specifications — UK Identify your iPhone model — regional identifiers

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

eSIM only

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17No

Sources

iPhone 16

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

The UK physical nano-SIM capability explicitly establishes that this configuration is not eSIM-only.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

GPU capabilities

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Neural Accelerators · hardware-accelerated ray tracing

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

These named capabilities are listed for the five-core GPU. No benchmark result is inferred.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

HDR peak brightness

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 171600 nits

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Explicit HDR maximum, not outdoor peak.

iPhone 17 — Technical Specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Headphone jack

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17No

Sources

iPhone 16

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Apple's connector list specifies USB-C, with no 3.5mm jack.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Included accessories

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17USB-C charge cable (1 m) and documentation

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Actual box list; does not promise retailer bundles or a separately sold adapter.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Ingress protection

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17IP68

Sources

iPhone 16

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Controlled IEC 60529 claim at up to 6 m for 30 minutes. Resistance is not permanent or a liquid-damage warranty.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Log recording

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Not verified

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

No named log-capture format is established by this inventory.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Macro photography

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Yes

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

48 MP macro photography is expressly named.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Macro video recording

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Yes

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Macro video, including slo-mo and time-lapse, is expressly listed.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

MagSafe support

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Yes

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

MagSafe charging and the magnetic alignment system are explicitly listed.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published minimum brightness

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 171 nits

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Published minimum, not measured low-light comfort.

iPhone 17 technical specifications — UK Identify your iPhone model — regional identifiers

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Native telephoto reach

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 170×

Sources

iPhone 16

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

The complete two-module inventory contains main and ultra-wide only. The 2× mode is main-sensor framing, not a dedicated telephoto lens.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Optical-quality zoom

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 172×

Sources

iPhone 16

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

The manufacturer names a 2× optical-quality main-sensor mode; it remains separate from native-lens reach.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Panel technology

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17OLED

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Explicit technology, without inferring measured contrast or motion.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published peak brightness

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 173000 nits

Sources

iPhone 16

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Explicit outdoor peak, separate from typical and HDR maxima; manufacturer claim.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Pixel density

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17460 ppi

Sources

iPhone 16

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Directly published ppi, not calculated from rounded screen size.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

ProRes recording

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Not verified

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

The checked rear recording list does not establish ProRes; omission is not an absolute negative for every external/app workflow.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Qi2 charging maximum

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 1725 W

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Separately listed Qi2 maximum; compatible equipment required.

iPhone 17 technical specifications — UK Identify your iPhone model — regional identifiers

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rear camera modules

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 172

Sources

iPhone 16

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Fusion Main and Fusion Ultra Wide are explicitly the two physical rear cameras.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Display diagonal before rounded corners

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 176.27 in

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Standard rectangle; rounded corners reduce actual viewable area.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Reverse wireless charging

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Not verified

Sources

iPhone 16

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

The checked charging inventory does not establish reverse wireless support. USB-C accessory power is different.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Emergency SOS via satellite

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Yes

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Support is named; service and connection limitations remain.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Manufacturer-listed sensors

iPhone 16Face ID Barometer High dynamic range gyro High-g accelerometer Proximity sensor Dual ambient light sensors

iPhone 17Not verified

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

iPhone 17

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Spatial video recording

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 171080p at 30 fps

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Mode-specific source claim, without assuming all playback workflows.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published streamed video playback

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 1727 hours

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Separate streamed-video up-to claim.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Typical maximum brightness

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 171000 nits

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Explicit typical maximum with a distinct measurement basis.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Promised update duration

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Not verified

Sources

iPhone 16

Not listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.

Identify your iPhone model — regional identifiers

iPhone 17

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

US model distinction

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17US A3258 · eSIM only

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

The model index explicitly identifies the US model and its lack of a SIM tray. UK battery and mass claims are not relabelled US.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

8K recording

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Not verified

Sources

iPhone 16

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Omission of 8K is not an explicit non-support statement.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Wireless charging

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Yes

Sources

iPhone 16

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

MagSafe and Qi2 are explicitly listed.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Wireless networking chip

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 17Apple N1

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

N1 is explicitly a networking chip, not an identified cellular modem.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

MagSafe charging maximum

iPhone 16Not verified

iPhone 1725 W

Sources

iPhone 16

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone 17

Up to 25 W with compatible MagSafe equipment and an adapter rated at 30 W or higher; not average charging power.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

2 shared fields have the same recorded value.

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iPhone 16

iPhone 17

WeightDiffers

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

170g

Manufacturer device mass

177g

Device mass, not shipping mass; configuration and manufacture can vary.

WidthDiffers

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

71.6mm

Manufacturer width

71.5mm

Labelled width; larger is not inherently preferable.

ThicknessDiffers

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

7.8mm

Manufacturer thickness

7.95mm

Labelled depth; camera-bump dimensions are not invented.

DimensionsDiffers

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

iPhone 17iPhone 17 technical specifications — UK Identify your iPhone model — regional identifiers

Width: 71.6 mm; Height: 147.6 mm; Depth: 7.80 mmExact selected UK model; axis labels retained.

149.6 × 71.5 × 7.95 mm (height × width × depth)Individually labelled dimensions were reordered explicitly to height × width × depth.

ColourDiffers

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — literal MYEA3QN/A configuration

Pink

LavenderLavender is a listed finish and the existing maintained image selection; it is not a stock claim.

Form factor

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

iPhone 17Identify your iPhone model — regional identifiers

slab

slabThe physical rigid single-display model description identifies the form.

HeightDiffers

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

147.6 mm

149.6 mmLabelled height in millimetres.

Screen sizeDiffers

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

6.1″

Manufacturer marketed display diagonal · Manufacturer marketed diagonal; rounded corners and actual viewable area are described in the complete display specification.

6.3″

Advertised nominal diagonal, not actual viewable area.

Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.

3000 nitsOutdoor peak brightness · Explicit outdoor peak, separate from typical and HDR maxima; manufacturer claim.

Pixel density

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.

460 ppiDirectly published ppi, not calculated from rounded screen size.

Maximum refresh rate

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.

120HzAdaptive ProMotion up to 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or measured response performance.

Display specificationDiffers

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

Super Retina XDR display 6.1-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display 2556x1179-pixel resolution at 460 ppi Dynamic Island HDR display True Tone Wide colour (P3) Haptic Touch 2,000,000:1 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 Support for display of multiple languages and characters simultaneously The iPhone 16 display has rounded corners that follow a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 6.12 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).

6.3-inch OLED · 2622 × 1206 · adaptive ProMotion up to 120 HzNominal diagonal, resolution and adaptive maximum are kept together; this is not measured motion quality.

Display resolutionDiffers

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

2556 × 1179

2622 × 1206Directly published pixel dimensions.

Display diagonal before rounded corners

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

6.27 inStandard rectangle; rounded corners reduce actual viewable area.

Always-on display

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

YesExpressly named in the exact model specification.

Dynamic Island

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

YesExpressly named; shared support does not establish a generational gain.

HDR peak brightness

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

1600 nitsExplicit HDR maximum, not outdoor peak.

Typical maximum brightness

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

1000 nitsExplicit typical maximum with a distinct measurement basis.

Published minimum brightness

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

1 nitsPublished minimum, not measured low-light comfort.

DisplayPort video output

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

iPhone 17iPhone 17 technical specifications — UK Identify your iPhone model — regional identifiers

Not verified

YesThe USB-C capability list explicitly names DisplayPort, separate from its USB 2 data limit.

Native telephoto reach

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.

No dedicated lensDedicated telephoto reach · The complete two-module inventory contains main and ultra-wide only. The 2× mode is main-sensor framing, not a dedicated telephoto lens.

Rear camera modules

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

iPhone 17iPhone 17 technical specifications — UK Identify your iPhone model — regional identifiers

Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.

2Fusion Main and Fusion Ultra Wide are explicitly the two physical rear cameras.

Camera systemDiffers

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

Advanced dual-camera system 48MP Fusion Main: 26mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels, support for super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP) Also enables 12MP 2x Telephoto: 52mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels 12MP Ultra Wide: 13mm, ƒ/2.2 aperture and 120° field of view, 100% Focus Pixels 2x optical zoom in, 2x optical zoom out; 4x optical zoom range Digital zoom up to 10x 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) 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

48 MP main with sensor-shift OIS · 48 MP ultra-wide · 2× framing enabled by the main sensorTwo physical Fusion cameras are listed. The optical-quality 2× mode crops the main sensor; it is not a third lens.

Front cameraDiffers

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

12MP camera ƒ/1.9 aperture Autofocus with Focus Pixels Retina Flash Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Animoji and Memoji Night mode Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Lens correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode 4K Dolby Vision video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps 1080p Dolby Vision video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps Cinematic mode up to 4K Dolby Vision at 30 fps Slo-mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps Time-lapse video with stabilisation Night mode Time-lapse QuickTake video up to 4K at 60 fps in Dolby Vision Cinematic video stabilisation (4K, 1080p and 720p) Spatial Audio and stereo recording Wind noise reduction Audio Mix

18 MP Center Stage · f/1.9 · autofocusFront-camera optics and autofocus are read separately from the rear system.

Optical-quality reach

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.

2×The manufacturer names a 2× optical-quality main-sensor mode; it remains separate from native-lens reach.

Front camera autofocus

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

YesAutofocus with Focus Pixels is explicitly listed.

Main camera optical stabilisation

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

YesSensor-shift OIS is explicitly attached to Fusion Main.

Rear-system optical stabilisation

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

YesPositive system flag is scoped to Fusion Main, not every rear lens.

Rear camera autofocus

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

YesContinuous autofocus video is explicitly listed; no focus-speed score is inferred.

Main-camera aperture control

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

Fixed f/1.6One main-camera aperture is listed; ultra-wide f/2.2 is a separate lens.

Rear 4K Dolby Vision maximum

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

60 fpsOrdinary rear 4K recording maximum, separate from Cinematic, Action and simultaneous capture.

Front 4K Dolby Vision maximum

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

60 fpsFront-camera maximum is independently listed.

Rear Cinematic video at 4K Dolby Vision

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

30 fpsMode-specific 4K maximum, not ordinary rear recording.

Dual Capture 4K Dolby Vision maximum

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

30 fpsSimultaneous capture maximum remains separate from ordinary single-camera 4K.

Audio Mix

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

iPhone 17iPhone 17 technical specifications — UK Identify your iPhone model — regional identifiers

Not verified

YesNamed support in both inventories; not an audio-quality score.

Camera Control

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

YesPhysical control expressly identified; no absence is inferred on another phone.

Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.Differs

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

22 hours

Up-to local video playback · Manufacturer up-to claim, not measured mixed-use battery life. All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. MagSafe wireless charging up to 25W with 30W adapter or higher. Testing conducted by Apple in August 2024 using pre‑production iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus units and software, USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple USB‑C Power Adapter (20W Model A2305), and Apple MagSafe Chargers (1‑metre Model A2580 and 2‑metre Model A3250) with Apple USB-C Power Adapter (30W Model A2164). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary. Wireless chargers sold separately.

30 hours

Published video playback · Local-video up-to claim; not streamed or mixed-use endurance.

Wireless charging

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.

YesMagSafe and Qi2 are explicitly listed.

Battery and chargingDiffers

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

Video playback Up to 22 hours Video playback (streamed) Up to 18 hours Audio playback Up to 80 hours; Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery Fast-charge capable: Up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes with 20W adapter or higher paired with USB-C charging cable, or 30W adapter or higher paired with MagSafe Charger (all available separately)All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. MagSafe wireless charging up to 25W with 30W adapter or higher. Testing conducted by Apple in August 2024 using pre‑production iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus units and software, USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple USB‑C Power Adapter (20W Model A2305), and Apple MagSafe Chargers (1‑metre Model A2580 and 2‑metre Model A3250) with Apple USB-C Power Adapter (30W Model A2164). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary. Wireless chargers sold separately.

Up to 30 hours local video · around 50% wired charge in 20 minutes with a 40 W or higher adapter · MagSafe and Qi2 up to 25 WPlayback and charge setups are distinct manufacturer claims, not mixed-use battery life or measured sustained input.

Published streamed video playback

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

27 hoursSeparate streamed-video up-to claim.

Time to around 50% wired charge

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

20 minutesThe stated wired test uses a separately sold 40 W or higher adapter and USB-C cable. It is not full-charge time.

MagSafe charging maximum

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

25 WUp to 25 W with compatible MagSafe equipment and an adapter rated at 30 W or higher; not average charging power.

Qi2 charging maximum

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

25 WSeparately listed Qi2 maximum; compatible equipment required.

MagSafe support

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

YesMagSafe charging and the magnetic alignment system are explicitly listed.

Update support

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

No fixed update duration is listed in this manufacturer technical source.No support years or promised major-version count are inferred. The installed operating system is listed separately.

Not verifiedThe retained page names iOS 26 but does not promise a future upgrade count or support end date.

Operating system listed in the retained page

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

iOS 26

iOS 26This is the technical page wording, not a claim that iOS 26 is currently the newest compatible release. The later AI footnote separately mentions iOS 27.

Apple Intelligence

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

YesNamed support with language/region restrictions, Siri AI iOS 27 English beta and server-use limits; not successor-exclusive software.

ChipsetDiffers

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

iPhone 16Apple UK — literal MYEA3QN/A configuration Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

A18 chip 6-core CPU with 2 performance and 4 efficiency cores 5-core GPU 16-core Neural Engine

Apple A19 · 6-core CPU · 5-core GPU · 16-core Neural EngineThe exact A19 configuration is listed. Core counts and the chip name do not establish measured superiority over A18.

RAM and storage configurationConfiguration

Sources

iPhone 17iPhone 17 technical specifications — UK Identify your iPhone model — regional identifiers

128 GB storage; RAM capacity is not listed by the manufacturer.

256 GB storageThe maintained configuration is a listed capacity; storage is not RAM.

Compared regional modelConfiguration

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

UK A3287; Dual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM) Dual eSIM support Learn more about eSIM Learn more about travelling with eSIM; Model A3287 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75, n76) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO and LAA Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 5.3 Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip Thread networking technology NFC with reader mode Express Cards with Power Reserve* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/HT201296 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your network provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Wi‑Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported. Ultra Wideband availability varies by region.

UK A3520 · nano-SIM + eSIM · dual eSIMUK technical and regional model sections agree. A model identity is not a retailer-availability or carrier-support guarantee.

Storage capacityConfiguration

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — literal MYEA3QN/A configuration

128 GB

256 GBA listed internal storage option; free space varies with software and settings.

Wireless connectivityConfiguration

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

Model A3287 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75, n76) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO and LAA Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 5.3 Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip Thread networking technology NFC with reader mode Express Cards with Power Reserve* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/HT201296 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your network provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Wi‑Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported. Ultra Wideband availability varies by region.

Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Thread · UWB · NFCUWB is Apple's second-generation Ultra Wideband chip. Wi-Fi 7 and Ultra Wideband availability depend on region and compatible equipment. This sourced capability inventory is not measured throughput or evidence that a shorter peer inventory lacks a feature.

USB connector and data transferDiffers

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

iPhone 17iPhone 17 technical specifications — UK Identify your iPhone model — regional identifiers

USB-C connector with support for: Charging DisplayPort USB 2 (up to 480Mb/s)

USB-C · USB 2 up to 480 Mb/sConnector and data maximum are retained. DisplayPort output is separately evidenced, and USB 3 support is not inferred.

Manufacturer-listed sensors

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

iPhone 17No source recorded

Face ID Barometer High dynamic range gyro High-g accelerometer Proximity sensor Dual ambient light sensors

Not verified

Headphone jack

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

iPhone 17iPhone 17 — Technical Specifications

Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.

NoApple's connector list specifies USB-C, with no 3.5mm jack.

Expandable storage

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

iPhone 17iPhone 17 — Technical Specifications

Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.

NoFixed storage options and no removable storage interface in Apple's specification.

eSIM only (UK configuration)

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.

NoThe UK physical nano-SIM capability explicitly establishes that this configuration is not eSIM-only.

Ingress protection claim

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.

IP68Controlled IEC 60529 claim at up to 6 m for 30 minutes. Resistance is not permanent or a liquid-damage warranty.

GPU capabilities

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

Neural Accelerators · hardware-accelerated ray tracingThese named capabilities are listed for the five-core GPU. No benchmark result is inferred.

Body and cover materials

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

Aluminium design · Ceramic Shield 2 front · colour-infused glass backThe glass-back condition includes the selected Lavender finish. No measured durability is inferred.

US model distinction

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

iPhone 17Identify your iPhone model — regional identifiers

Not verified

US A3258 · eSIM onlyThe model index explicitly identifies the US model and its lack of a SIM tray. UK battery and mass claims are not relabelled US.

Panel technology

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

OLEDExplicit technology, without inferring measured contrast or motion.

Action mode recording

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

Up to 2.8K Dolby Vision at 60 fpsResolution, rate and mode are kept together.

Spatial video recording

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

1080p at 30 fpsMode-specific source claim, without assuming all playback workflows.

Macro photography

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

Yes48 MP macro photography is expressly named.

Macro video recording

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

YesMacro video, including slo-mo and time-lapse, is expressly listed.

Wireless networking chip

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

Apple N1N1 is explicitly a networking chip, not an identified cellular modem.

Device unlock

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

Face IDTrueDepth-based facial recognition; wording differences do not create a separate unlock method.

Included accessories

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

iPhone 17iPhone 17 technical specifications — UK Identify your iPhone model — regional identifiers

Not verified

USB-C charge cable (1 m) and documentationActual box list; does not promise retailer bundles or a separately sold adapter.

Action button

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

YesPhysical button expressly identified.

Emergency SOS via satellite

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

YesSupport is named; service and connection limitations remain.

Crash Detection

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

YesSupport is named, without a detection-accuracy or rescue guarantee.

Show unverified (12)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.

8K video recording

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified8K recording · Not verified for this exact model.

Not verified8K recording · Omission of 8K is not an explicit non-support statement.

Published support term

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

iPhone 17Apple debuts iPhone 17

Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.

Promised update duration

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

iPhone 17No source recorded

Not verifiedNot listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.

Not verified

RAM capacity

Sources

iPhone 16Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specifications

Not verifiedNot listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.

Not verifiedThe manufacturer does not publish RAM capacity in this specification.

Reverse wireless charging

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.

Not verifiedThe checked charging inventory does not establish reverse wireless support. USB-C accessory power is different.

Published audio playback

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

Not verifiedNo audio-duration maximum is given in the checked power section.

Maximum wired charging power

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

Not verified40 W is the adapter requirement in a charge-time test; it is not published maximum handset input.

Battery capacity

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

Not verifiedLithium-ion construction is listed without mAh. Playback duration does not establish capacity.

Front camera optical stabilisation

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

Not verifiedUltra-stabilised video and auto image stabilisation do not establish an optical mechanism.

Cellular modem model

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

Not verifiedThe mobile section names N1 and UWB, but does not identify the cellular modem.

ProRes recording

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

Not verifiedThe checked rear recording list does not establish ProRes; omission is not an absolute negative for every external/app workflow.

Log recording

Sources

iPhone 16No source recorded

Not verified

Not verifiedNo named log-capture format is established by this inventory.

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Apple iPhone 16

128 GB · checked 19 Oct 2026

Specifications & verification

Weight170 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple

Width71.6 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple

Thickness7.8 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple

Display size6.1 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Manufacturer marketed diagonal; rounded corners and actual viewable area are described in the complete display specification.

Peak brightnessNot verified

Not published

Claimed video playback22 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence

Claimed charging rateNot verified

Not published

Published total supportNot verified

Not published

Wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Reverse wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Headphone jackNot verified

Not published

Expandable storageNot verified

Not published

eSIM onlyNot verified

Not published

IP ratingNot verified

Not published

RAMNot verified

Not published

Pixel densityNot verified

Not published

Maximum refresh rateNot verified

Not published

Native telephoto reachNot verified

Not published

Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified

Not published

Rear camera modulesNot verified

Not published

8K recordingNot verified

Not published

Manufacturer list priceNot verified

All sources2

Apple UK — literal MYEA3QN/A configurationApple · accessed 19 Oct 2026
Apple UK — iPhone 16 technical specificationsApple · accessed 19 Oct 2026

Apple iPhone 17

256 GB · checked 4 Sept 2026

Specifications & verification

Weight177 gManufacturer claim · high confidence

Device mass, not shipping mass; configuration and manufacture can vary.

Width71.5 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence

Labelled width; larger is not inherently preferable.

Thickness7.95 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence

Labelled depth; camera-bump dimensions are not invented.

Display size6.3 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Advertised nominal diagonal, not actual viewable area.

Peak brightness3,000 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence

Explicit outdoor peak, separate from typical and HDR maxima; manufacturer claim.

Claimed video playback30 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence

Local-video up-to claim; not streamed or mixed-use endurance.

Claimed charging rate2.5% per minuteCalculated from sources · low confidence

The stated wired test uses a separately sold 40 W or higher adapter and USB-C cable. It is not full-charge time. 50 divided by 20 minutes; not a sustained charging rate.

Published total supportNot verified

Not published

Apple Newsroom UK

Wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence

MagSafe and Qi2 are explicitly listed.

Reverse wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Headphone jackNoCalculated from sources · high confidence

Apple's connector list specifies USB-C, with no 3.5mm jack.

Apple UK

Expandable storageNoCalculated from sources · medium confidence

Fixed storage options and no removable storage interface in Apple's specification.

Apple UK

eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidence

The UK physical nano-SIM capability explicitly establishes that this configuration is not eSIM-only.

Apple Apple

IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Controlled IEC 60529 claim at up to 6 m for 30 minutes. Resistance is not permanent or a liquid-damage warranty.

RAMNot verified

Not published

Pixel density460 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidence

Directly published ppi, not calculated from rounded screen size.

Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence

Adaptive ProMotion up to 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or measured response performance.

Native telephoto reach0×Calculated from sources · medium confidence

The complete two-module inventory contains main and ultra-wide only. The 2× mode is main-sensor framing, not a dedicated telephoto lens.

Apple Apple

Claimed optical-quality reach2×Manufacturer claim · high confidence

The manufacturer names a 2× optical-quality main-sensor mode; it remains separate from native-lens reach.

Rear camera modules2Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Fusion Main and Fusion Ultra Wide are explicitly the two physical rear cameras.

Apple Apple

8K recordingNot verified

Not published