iPhone 16 Plus vs iPhone 15 Plus
Specs, full price and monthly payments for both phones, side by side.
The short version
- The iPhone 16 Plus uses the A18 chip, while the iPhone 15 Plus uses the A16 Bionic.
- Both have a 6.7-inch display.
- Both list the same cameras: 48MP Main, 12MP Ultra Wide.
- iPhone 16 Plus has the longer battery rating: up to 27 hours of video versus 26.
| iPhone 16 Plus | iPhone 15 Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | A18 | A16 Bionic |
| Display | 6.7-inch | 6.7-inch |
| Cameras | 48MP Main, 12MP Ultra Wide | 48MP Main, 12MP Ultra Wide |
| Battery (video) | Up to 27 hours | Up to 26 hours |
| Base storage | 128GB | 128GB |
| Lowest full price | — | — |
| Lowest monthly | — | — |
Specs come from our tracking sheet; check Apple's official specifications before relying on them.
Deals for both phones
| Model | Retailer / Carrier | Upfront | Monthly | Terms & conditions | Est. total | Source |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better battery life?
Our sheet rates the iPhone 16 Plus for up to 27 hours of video versus 26 hours for the other.
What chip does each phone use?
The iPhone 16 Plus uses the A18; the iPhone 15 Plus uses the A16 Bionic.
Should I pay in full or monthly?
Paying in full gives you the phone with no contract and no bill credits. Monthly plans spread the cost over a term, often with credits tied to a plan, so the real cost depends on how long you stay. Compare both tables on this page, and see how we treat $0 offers on our deals page.