Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Our verdict: On contract, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus works out £210.00 cheaper overall than the Apple iPhone 17 Pro. The Apple iPhone 16 Plus has the bigger screen at 6.7". If you'd rather buy outright, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus starts at £503.46 SIM-free.
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
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Apple iPhone 17 Pro
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| Screen | 6.7" | 6.3" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 2796 x 1290 | 1206 x 2622 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 460 | 458 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 18 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A18 (3 nm) | Apple A19 Pro |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Apple iOS |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE | 6.0, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.80 mm | 150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm |
| Weight | 199 grams | 206 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts |
£11.95/mo
£535.00 upfront |
£33.00/mo
£199.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £503.46 | £897.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Apple iPhone 17 Pro cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is cheaper on contract at £791.80 over the life of the deal from £11.95 per month with £535.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Apple iPhone 17 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 17 Pro's 6.3", both screens are similarly sharp at around 460 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Apple iPhone 17 Pro has a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Apple iPhone 17 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 17 Pro has a 48 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Apple iPhone 17 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £503.46.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Apple iPhone 17 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 17 Pro comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Apple iPhone 17 Pro use?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is powered by the Apple A18 (3 nm), while the Apple iPhone 17 Pro uses the Apple A19 Pro.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Apple iPhone 17 Pro?
It's a trade-off: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is lighter but the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is more compact. It's 7g lighter at 199 grams, though the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Apple iPhone 17 Pro?
Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Apple iPhone 17 Pro run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.