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Compare iPhone 16 & iPhone 17

Compare key specs of iPhone 16 and iPhone 17 to choose the model that fits your needs.

iPhone 16
Out of stock
iPhone 17
from
€799

Technical Specifications

Color
Black, Pink, White, Teal, Ultramarine
Sage, White, Blue, Purple, Black
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB
256GB, 512GB
Display
Screen resolution: 2556 X 1179 | Screen type: OLED
Super Retina XDR, 120 Hz ProMotion, Always-On, HDR, True Tone
Display Resolution
2796 x 1290 pixels at 460 ppi
2622 × 1206 pixels (~460 ppi)
Camera
Wide-angle lens | Macro lens | Standard lens
Dual 48 MP (main + ultra-wide) with PDAF & OIS
Front camera
12MP TrueDepth camera
18 MP Center Stage with autofocus
Battery
3877 mAh | Up to 22 hours video playback
3,692 mAh., Up to ~30 h video playback, Fast charging (50% in ~20 min with 40 W)
Water Resistance
IP68 (6m for 30 min)
IP68 (up to 6 m for 30 min)
Connectivity
5G, Wi-Fi | Bluetooth 5.3 | Includes NFC | USB-C
5G (sub-6 GHz), Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, USB-C (charging + data up to USB 2.0)
Security
Face ID
Face ID (TrueDepth camera)
Chip
A18
Apple A19 chip with 5-core GPU
Data Network
3G, 4G, 5G, LTE
5G, 4G, LTE, 3G
Subscription Type
Unlocked
Unlocked
SIM Card Capability
Dual
Dual
SIM card type 1
Nano SIM
eSIM
SIM card type 2
eSIM
eSIM (second active)
Operating-System
iOS 18
iOS 26 (latest)
Cosmetic Condition
Refurbished-certified
Refurbished-certified
Release Year
2024
2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the display and screen size differences between iPhone 16 and iPhone 17?

iPhone 16 features a Screen resolution: 2556 X 1179 | Screen type: OLED with a resolution of 2796 x 1290 pixels at 460 ppi, while iPhone 17 offers a Super Retina XDR, 120 Hz ProMotion, Always-On, HDR, True Tone with a resolution of 2622 × 1206 pixels (~460 ppi). These differences can affect sharpness, brightness, and overall viewing experience.

Which iPhone has the better camera - iPhone 16 or iPhone 17?

Cameras on iPhones are consistently high-quality across all models.

iPhone 16 features:

  • Rear camera: Wide-angle lens | Macro lens | Standard lens
  • Front camera: 12MP TrueDepth camera

iPhone 17 features:

  • Rear camera: Dual 48 MP (main + ultra-wide) with PDAF & OIS
  • Front camera: 18 MP Center Stage with autofocus

Depending on your priorities - such as low-light performance, ultra-wide shots, or video quality - one model may offer features better suited to your needs.

Which iPhone has better battery life - iPhone 16 or iPhone 17?

The iPhone 16 has a 3877 mAh battery while the iPhone 17 comes with a 3692 mAh battery. iPhones refurbished by Remobile have a battery capacity of at least 86% or above and function optimally.