Quick Verdict
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 Pro if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 Pro if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 Pro 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 Pro if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Apple iPhone XS
Performance
93.0 ★
52.1
Camera
80.0 ★
40.0
Battery
56.0 ★
40.0
Gaming
94.5 ★
48.7
Overall
83.6 ★
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 Pro
93.0/100
Camera Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
80.0/100
Battery Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
56.0/100
Gaming Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
94.5/100
Overall Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
83.6/100
Best Value
Apple iPhone XS
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Pro
📷 Camera
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Pro
🔋 Battery
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Pro
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Pro
💰 Value
🏆 Apple iPhone XS
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.30"
5.80"
Display Type
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM)
Super Retina OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 625 nits (HBM)
Resolution
1206x2622
1125x2436
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
0 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A18 Pro (3 nm)
Apple A12 Bionic (7 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (6-core graphics)
Apple GPU (4-core graphics)
RAM
8 GB
4 GB
Storage
128 GB
64 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
48 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 12 MP, f/2.8, 120mm (periscope telephoto), 1/3.06", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF, 3D sensor‑shift OIS, 5x optical zoom 48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (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, OIS SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
7 MP, f/2.2, 32mm (standard) SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
Video Recording
4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps)
4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR, stereo sound rec.
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
3582 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/6e/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 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort
Lightning, USB 2.0
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + eSIM
Nano-SIM + eSIM
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm (5.89 x 2.81 x 0.33 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, titanium frame (grade 5)
Glass front (Corning-made glass), glass back (Corning-made glass), stainless steel frame
Colors
Black Titanium, White Titanium, Natural Titanium, Desert Titanium
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 Pro is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 83.6/100 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 Pro
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Below-average battery
- 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 Pro or Apple iPhone XS?
Apple iPhone 16 Pro is the overall winner with a score of 83.6/100, winning in 4 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Apple iPhone XS?
Apple iPhone 16 Pro wins in camera with 80.0/100 vs 40.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Apple iPhone 16 Pro has better battery with a score of 56.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Apple iPhone 16 Pro is better for gaming with a score of 94.5/100.
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 Pro and Apple iPhone XS?
Apple iPhone 16 Pro costs PKR 403,999 while Apple iPhone XS costs PKR 141,999. The price difference is PKR 262,000.
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