iPhone 18 Pro vs iPhone 16: which should you buy?

For most people, the iPhone 18 Pro.

Brand new, so you get the longest run of updates and full resale value.

The iPhone 16 is better for: Only worth it at a steep discount from a retailer.

SpeciPhone 18 ProiPhone 16
VerdictRecommended: A good time to buyAvoid: Choose an alternative
Price——
ReleasedSeptember 2026September 2024
ChipA20 ProA18
StatusOn saleOn sale

Prices are Apple's US starting prices.

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