Quick Verdict
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 Plus if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 Plus if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 Plus if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Apple iPhone XS if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 Plus if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Apple iPhone XS
Performance
91.1 ★
52.1
Camera
80.0 ★
40.0
Battery
76.0 ★
40.0
Gaming
85.4 ★
48.7
Overall
85.5 ★
52.9
Value for Money
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Best Value ★
Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
91.1/100
Camera Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
80.0/100
Battery Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
76.0/100
Gaming Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
85.4/100
Overall Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
85.5/100
Best Value
Apple iPhone XS
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Plus
📷 Camera
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Plus
🔋 Battery
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Plus
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Plus
💰 Value
🏆 Apple iPhone XS
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.70"
5.80"
Display Type
Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM)
Super Retina OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 625 nits (HBM)
Resolution
1290x2796
1125x2436
Refresh Rate
60 Hz
0 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A18 (3 nm)
Apple A12 Bionic (7 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (5-core graphics)
Apple GPU (4-core graphics)
RAM
8 GB
4 GB
Storage
128 GB
64 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide)
12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.4, 52mm (telephoto), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 2x optical zoom
Selfie Camera
12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
7 MP, f/2.2, 32mm (standard) SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
Video Recording
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps)
4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR, stereo sound rec.
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
4674 mAh
2658 mAh
Charging
Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired
15W wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min Wireless (Qi)
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✗ No
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, tri-band, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE
5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort
Lightning, USB 2.0
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Nano-SIM + eSIM
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm (6.33 x 3.06 x 0.31 in)
143.6 x 70.9 x 7.7 mm (5.65 x 2.79 x 0.30 in)
Weight
199g
177g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield), glass back, aluminum frame
Glass front (Corning-made glass), glass back (Corning-made glass), stainless steel frame
Colors
Black, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine
Space Gray, Silver, Gold
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 26.5
iOS 12, upgradable to iOS 18.7
Our Verdict
Apple iPhone 16 Plus is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 85.5/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Battery, Gaming. Apple iPhone XS puts up a strong fight with a score of 52.9/100. However, Apple iPhone XS offers better value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Good battery life
- Great for gaming
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- 60Hz display only
- Premium pricing
Apple iPhone XS
Pros
- NFC payments
Cons
- Basic processor
- Average camera
- Below-average battery
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Apple iPhone XS?
Apple iPhone 16 Plus is the overall winner with a score of 85.5/100, winning in 4 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Apple iPhone XS?
Apple iPhone 16 Plus wins in camera with 80.0/100 vs 40.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Apple iPhone 16 Plus has better battery with a score of 76.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Apple iPhone 16 Plus is better for gaming with a score of 85.4/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Apple iPhone XS offers better value at PKR 141,999 with a value score of 1.7.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Apple iPhone XS?
Apple iPhone 16 Plus costs PKR 354,999 while Apple iPhone XS costs PKR 141,999. The price difference is PKR 213,000.
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