Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Apple

Apple iPhone 16 Pro

Released Sep 2024 Available
Display 6.3″ LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Camera 48 MP Main camera
Chipset Apple A18 Pro
Memory 8GB 128GB | 256GB | 512GB | 1TB
Battery 3582 mAh
Charging Fast charge: up to 50% in ~30 min with 20W+ adapter MagSafe up to 25W; Qi2 up to 15W
PhonicSpecs score8.8/10
Price in Pakistan Rs. 403,999
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PhonicSpecs editorial 8.8/10 editorial Independent editorial assessment

Prices

Price in Pakistan Rs. 403,999 128GB · PriceOye Verified 2026-09-05 Source: WhatMobile
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Overview

Apple iPhone 16 Pro delivers most of Apple’s premium features in a smaller 6.3-inch format. It uses the A18 Pro chip with a 120Hz LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED and includes the same broad Pro camera approach as the larger model: a 48MP main camera, 48MP ultrawide and dedicated 5x telephoto. USB-C, MagSafe, Camera Control and Apple Intelligence compatibility keep the phone modern, while the 3,582mAh battery reflects its more compact chassis. The iPhone 16 Pro is aimed at buyers who want advanced photography, video and high-end iOS performance without the size and weight of a Pro Max.

Full Specifications

Launch & Software

Release / Launch Date 2024-09-20
Availability Status Available

Network

5G Bands SA/NSA

Body & Design

Dimensions 149.6 × 71.5 × 8.25 mm
Weight 199 g
Build Ceramic Shield front; Textured matte glass back; Titanium frame
Front Protection Ceramic Shield
Back Protection Textured matte glass
Frame Material Titanium
Protection / Resistance IP68 dust/water resistance; up to 6 m for 30 min
Colors Black Titanium | White Titanium | Natural Titanium | Desert Titanium

Display

Display Type LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Screen Size 6.3 inches
Resolution 2622 × 1206 pixels
Pixel Density 460 ppi
Refresh Rate 120 Hz
Peak Brightness 2000 nits
HDR / Display Features HDR; True Tone; Wide Color (P3); high-contrast OLED
Protection Ceramic Shield

Platform & Memory

Chipset Apple A18 Pro
CPU 6-core CPU
GPU 6-core GPU
RAM Options 8GB
Storage Options 128GB | 256GB | 512GB | 1TB
Storage Type NVMe-class internal storage
Memory Card No

Cameras

Main Camera 48 MP Fusion Main, 24mm, f/1.78, 2nd-gen sensor-shift OIS
Ultrawide Camera 48 MP Ultra Wide, 13mm, f/2.2, autofocus
Telephoto / Periscope 12 MP 5x Telephoto, 120mm, f/2.8, 3D sensor-shift OIS
Telephoto 2 / Secondary Telephoto 12 MP 2x optical-quality crop from main
Optical Zoom 0.5x, 1x, 2x and 5x optical-quality; 10x optical zoom range
Digital Zoom Up to 25x
Flash Adaptive True Tone flash
Macro / Additional Camera 48 MP macro via Ultra Wide
Main Camera Features Photonic Engine; Deep Fusion; Smart HDR; Night mode; Portrait; Photographic Styles; computational photography
Main Camera Video 4K Dolby Vision up to 120 fps; ProRes; Log; Cinematic mode; Action mode
Selfie Camera 12 MP TrueDepth, f/1.9, autofocus
Selfie Features Autofocus; Portrait; Night mode; Photographic Styles
Selfie Video 4K Dolby Vision video supported

Sound

Loudspeaker Stereo speakers
3.5mm Jack No
Audio Features Spatial Audio playback; Dolby Atmos; multiple microphones

Battery & Charging

Battery Type Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Battery Capacity 3582 mAh
Wired Charging Fast charge: up to 50% in ~30 min with 20W+ adapter
Wireless Charging MagSafe up to 25W; Qi2 up to 15W
Reverse Charging Up to 4.5W wired reverse charging over USB-C
Reverse Wireless Charging No
Charging Notes / Charging Time Power adapter sold separately; actual rate varies by adapter, temperature and state of charge
Removable No

Connectivity

Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.3
Positioning Dual-frequency GPS; GLONASS; Galileo; QZSS; BeiDou; NavIC (supported models/regions)
NFC Yes; NFC with reader mode
Infrared No
Radio No
USB USB Type-C
USB / Port USB-C; USB 3 up to 10Gb/s
UWB Second-generation Ultra Wideband chip

Sensors & Features

Fingerprint No
Face Unlock Face ID
Accelerometer Yes
Gyroscope Yes
Compass Yes
Proximity Yes
Stylus / Special Hardware LiDAR Scanner; Camera Control; Action button
Biometric Security Face ID using TrueDepth camera
Speakers / Audio Stereo speakers; Spatial Audio; Dolby Atmos
Other Features Camera Control; Action button; LiDAR; satellite safety features

PhonicSpecs Review

iPhone 16 Pro Review in 2026: Compact Pro Value 8.8/10 editorial

The iPhone 16 Pro remains an excellent smaller premium iPhone, combining a 120Hz display, A18 Pro chip and 5x telephoto without Pro Max dimensions.

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Our verdict

The iPhone 16 Pro is still a strong compact premium choice in 2026, particularly at a discount. It offers nearly the full 16-series Pro camera and performance experience in a smaller body, although the iPhone 17 Pro is now the better technical package.

Buying advice

Buy the iPhone 16 Pro if you want a smaller Pro iPhone and its discounted price is clearly below the 17 Pro. If the price gap is narrow, the newer model’s improved thermals, cameras and base storage make more sense.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Manageable 6.3-inch size
  • 120Hz ProMotion OLED
  • Fast A18 Pro chip
  • Dedicated 5x telephoto camera
  • Excellent video quality
  • Premium titanium construction

Cons

  • Battery life below Pro Max level
  • 128GB base storage on entry model
  • Charging is not especially fast
  • iPhone 17 Pro offers meaningful refinements

Alternatives

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the iPhone 16 Pro have 5x telephoto zoom?

Yes. The 16 Pro includes the 5x telephoto system rather than reserving it for the Pro Max.

Is the iPhone 16 Pro smaller than the Pro Max?

Yes. It uses a 6.3-inch display and a more compact body than the 6.9-inch Pro Max.

Should I buy the iPhone 16 Pro or 17 Pro?

If prices are close, the 17 Pro is the stronger choice. The 16 Pro becomes attractive when its discount is substantial.