iPhone 16 Specs

Quick answer: The iPhone 16 is 147.6 × 71.6 × 7.8 mm, weighs 170 g, and has a 6.1-inch OLED display, the A18 chip, a 48MP main + 12MP ultrawide camera, about 22 hours of video playback, and 128/256/512 GB storage. It launched at $799 in 2024.

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
Height147.6 mm
Width71.6 mm
Depth7.8 mm
Weight170 g
Frame / backAluminum / glass
Water resistanceIP68
ColorsBlack, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine
Display
Size6.1-inch OLED (Super Retina XDR)
Resolution2556 × 1179 (460 ppi)
Refresh rate60Hz (no ProMotion)
Brightnessup to 1000 nits typical
Always-onNo
NotchDynamic Island
Performance
ChipA18 (6-core CPU, 5-core GPU)
Storage128 / 256 / 512 GB
Apple IntelligenceSupported
Camera
Main48MP, f/1.6, OIS
Ultrawide12MP (2x optical-quality crop)
Front12MP
Max video4K at 60fps
Camera ControlYes
Battery & charging
Video playbackup to 22 hours
Wired charging20W (USB-C)
MagSafeYes, 25W
Connectivity & features
5G / Wi-Fi / Bluetooth5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3
PortUSB-C
BiometricsFace ID
OtherCrash 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.