iPhone 16 Specs
Every official iPhone 16 specification in one table — dimensions, display, chip, cameras, battery, connectivity, and build — plus what the numbers mean in everyday use.
Data last updated June 2, 2026 · Specs from Apple.com · Prices are June 2026 estimates
iPhone 16 full specifications
Official figures, grouped. Dimensions in millimetres, weight in grams.
| Dimensions & build | |
| Height | 147.6 mm |
| Width | 71.6 mm |
| Depth | 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 170 g |
| Frame / back | Aluminum / glass |
| Water resistance | IP68 |
| Colors | Black, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine |
| Display | |
| Size | 6.1-inch OLED (Super Retina XDR) |
| Resolution | 2556 × 1179 (460 ppi) |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz (no ProMotion) |
| Brightness | up to 1000 nits typical |
| Always-on | No |
| Notch | Dynamic Island |
| Performance | |
| Chip | A18 (6-core CPU, 5-core GPU) |
| Storage | 128 / 256 / 512 GB |
| Apple Intelligence | Supported |
| Camera | |
| Main | 48MP, f/1.6, OIS |
| Ultrawide | 12MP (2x optical-quality crop) |
| Front | 12MP |
| Max video | 4K at 60fps |
| Camera Control | Yes |
| Battery & charging | |
| Video playback | up to 22 hours |
| Wired charging | 20W (USB-C) |
| MagSafe | Yes, 25W |
| Connectivity & features | |
| 5G / Wi-Fi / Bluetooth | 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Port | USB-C |
| Biometrics | Face ID |
| Other | Crash Detection, satellite SOS |
| Pricing | |
| Launch price (128GB) | $799 (2024) |
| Refurbished from (est.) | ~$580 |
What the specs mean in daily use
At 147.6 mm tall and 170 g, the iPhone 16 sits squarely in the standard size class — the most universally comfortable iPhone size, manageable one-handed at a stretch and easy in a pocket. The headline upgrades over older standard models are the Camera Control button, full Apple Intelligence support, and the 48MP main camera.
The one spec to know before buying: the display is 60Hz, not 120Hz ProMotion, and there's no always-on display. Those remain Pro-exclusive. For most people scrolling, texting, and shooting photos, 60Hz is fine; if buttery-smooth scrolling or an always-on clock matters to you, look at the iPhone 16 Pro.
Battery at ~22 hours of video is solid for the size, and USB-C means one cable for everything. There's no expandable storage, so pick 128/256/512 GB based on your photo and app habits at purchase.
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iPhone 16 specs FAQ
What are the dimensions of the iPhone 16?
147.6 mm tall, 71.6 mm wide, 7.8 mm thick, 170 g, with a 6.1-inch OLED display — the standard size class, comfortable in a pocket and usable one-handed at a stretch.
What chip and battery does it have?
The A18 chip (6-core CPU, 5-core GPU) and about 22 hours of video playback, charging at up to 20W over USB-C and 25W MagSafe.
What is the screen size and resolution?
6.1-inch OLED at 2556×1179 (460 ppi), up to 1000 nits, 60Hz with Dynamic Island. No ProMotion 120Hz or always-on — those are Pro-only.
How much storage does it come in?
128GB, 256GB, and 512GB. Launched at $799 (128GB); refurbished units now start around $580. No expandable storage.
Thinking about the iPhone 16?
Buy it refurbished for ~$580, or see how it stacks up against the models around it.