Best iPhones
iPhone 16 iPhone 17 iPhone 18.
Here’s a full breakdown of the iPhone 16 lineup (launched in Fall 2024):
iPhone 16 Models Overview
iPhone 16 & iPhone 16 Plus
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Released September 20, 2024 (announced on September 9)
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Powered by the A18 chip, offering up to 60% faster performance than earlier models
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Features:
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Dual-camera system: 48 MP Fusion main + 12 MP ultra-wide; vertical layout
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Action Button replaces the ring/silent switch (customizable shortcuts, camera launch, flashlight, etc.)
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Camera Control touch-sensitive button for easy access to zoom/exposure
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USB‑C port (charging up to 45 W, but data transfer at USB 2.0 speeds.
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Build & Display:
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6.1″ (16) and 6.7″ (16 Plus) Super Retina XDR OLED, 60 Hz
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Colors: Ultramarine, Teal, Pink, White, Black; IP68 water/dust resistance
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Battery and Performance:
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Impressively long battery life (e.g., up to 27 hours video playback on iPhone 16 Plus)
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Price (India): Starts at ~₹79,900 (16) and ~₹89,900 (16 Plus)
iPhone 16 Pro & Pro Max
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Also announced on September 9 and available from September 20, 2024
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Powered by the A18 Pro chip, with substantial gains in CPU/GPU performance, ray tracing, and power efficiency compared to A17 Pro
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Camera and Design:
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New 48 MP Fusion main camera, 48 MP ultra-wide, and a 5× telephoto lens; includes Camera Control and Action Button .
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Larger displays: 6.3″ (Pro) and 6.9″ (Pro Max) with thinnest borders yet on an iPhone.
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Battery Life:
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iPhone 16 Pro Max offers the best battery life ever on an iPhone (up to ~33 hours video playback).
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Price (India): Pro starts ~₹1,19,900; Pro Max ~₹1,34,900.
iPhone 16e
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Introduced February 19, 2025, as an affordable addition to the lineup .
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Key Specs:
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A18 chip, 6.1″ display, retains notch (instead of Dynamic Island)
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Includes Action Button, 48 MP 2-in-1 camera with 2× telephoto, Apple’s C1 5G modem, excellent battery life, and safety features like Emergency SOS via Satellite
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Price: Around US $599—positioned between the iPhone SE and standard iPhone 16
Highlights & What Sets These Apart
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Apple Intelligence (AI features like writing tools, visual intelligence, Genmoji, Image Playground) rolling out via iOS 18 updates—setup begins October 2024 and continues into 2025.
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Environmental and privacy enhancements: recycled materials, fiber-based packaging, hardware-level privacy protections.
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Market recognition: Tech reviews in 2025 praise the iPhone 16 as “best all‑rounder” and the 16 Pro Max as “best iPhone,” citing stellar AI, camera, and battery performance
Here are the best iPhones as of August 2025, based on performance, features, and value:
๐ 1. iPhone 15 Pro Max
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Best overall iPhone
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Why it's great: Top-tier performance, excellent camera (5x telephoto), titanium build, USB-C, and Apple's A17 Pro chip.
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Ideal for: Power users, photographers, gamers.
⚖️ 2. iPhone 15 Pro
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Best balance of power and size
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Why it's great: Same performance as 15 Pro Max but in a smaller body with 3x telephoto.
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Ideal for: Those who want flagship features without a giant phone.
๐ฐ 3. iPhone 15
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Best value flagship
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Why it's great: Great performance (A16 chip), good cameras, and USB-C.
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Ideal for: Most users who want premium features without the Pro price.
๐ท 4. iPhone 14 Pro
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Still powerful, now cheaper
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Why it's great: Excellent display (ProMotion), great cameras, and A16 chip.
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Ideal for: Buyers wanting Pro features for less.
๐ธ 5. iPhone SE (3rd gen)
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Best budget iPhone
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Why it's great: Fast A15 chip in a compact, classic design with Touch ID.
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Ideal for: Budget users, minimalists, or those who prefer smaller phones.