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iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max Have Same Feature Set Aside From Display Size and Battery

There are no major differentiating features between the two Pro iPhone models this year, with Apple aiming for feature parity between the iPhone 16 Pro and the ‌iPhone 16‌ Pro Max.

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Last year, the iPhone 15 Pro Max was updated with a 5x Telephoto lens that used Tetraprism technology, but the iPhone 15 Pro was limited to 3x zoom. This year, Apple has made improvements that allow both models to offer the 5x Telephoto lens.

Some pre-launch ‌iPhone 16‌ Pro rumors suggested that Apple might introduce a new camera sensor that was exclusive to the ‌iPhone 16‌ Pro Max, or a new super zoom feature, but that did not happen. Both models have the same 48-megapixel "Fusion" camera with f/1.78 aperture, as well as the same 12-megapixel Telephoto lens with f/2.8 aperture. Both models were also upgraded with a 48-megapixel Ultra Wide camera that lets in more light and supports better quality macro photos.

With the same camera technology included in both ‌iPhone 16‌ Pro models, the only difference comes down to display size, starting storage capacity, and battery life. The ‌iPhone 16‌ Pro starts at 128GB of storage, while the ‌iPhone 16‌ Pro Max starts at 256GB of storage with no 128GB option available. Both can be upgraded to 1TB of total storage.

The ‌iPhone 16‌ Pro has a 6.3-inch display, while the ‌iPhone 16‌ Pro Max has a 6.9-inch display. As for battery life, the ‌iPhone 16‌ Pro lasts for up to 27 hours when playing video, while the ‌iPhone 16‌ Pro Max lasts for up to 33 hours.

Both of the ‌iPhone 16‌ Pro models will be available for pre-order this Friday.

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Top Rated Comments

25 months ago

So does that mean the 16 Pro is getting features the 15 Pro Max had but the 16 Pro Max isn’t getting anything exclusive this year?
The Max is basically just bigger. Personally I think that's how it should be. Why should I have to decide between features vs having the size I prefer.
Score: 39 Votes (Like | Disagree)
CatalinApple Avatar
25 months ago
I am really happy that both models have the same features. The main reason I didn't buy the iPhone 15 Pro last year was the lack of 5x telephoto lens on the Pro model. My father has the 15 Pro Max and oh my god it's too big for me!!!!
Score: 18 Votes (Like | Disagree)
Wanted797 Avatar
25 months ago
Definitely an S upgrade year.
Score: 16 Votes (Like | Disagree)
Justin Cymbal Avatar
25 months ago
I’m very happy that that’s the case on this year’s iPhones and I hope that Apple continues to take this approach on future iterations of pro model iPhones
Score: 14 Votes (Like | Disagree)
25 months ago
Really glad about this. That rumor was bumming me out because I always want the best camera but the Maxes are freakin' canoe oars and I prefer the standard size.
Score: 9 Votes (Like | Disagree)
25 months ago

I’m really unsure of which model I want. The boosted battery life of the 16 pro makes it really appealing, but I still don’t quite trust Apple’s assessment of how long a battery really lasts. With the PM model… you really have to try to kill the batt.

I mostly want 16 pro because it’s less bulky and a better size, but I also really value battery life.
I certainly wouldn't use battery life to choose between the two. The size (good or bad) will make the biggest difference in your daily life and it merely takes a handy power bank accessory to take you through times when you need more battery.
Score: 9 Votes (Like | Disagree)