Quick Verdict
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Apple iPhone 18 Pro if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 16
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Performance
91.1 ★
64.0
Camera
80.0 ★
70.0
Battery
56.0
66.0 ★
Gaming
85.4 ★
63.0
Overall
81.5 ★
71.2
Value for Money
Best Value ★
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Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Apple iPhone 16
91.1/100
Camera Winner
Apple iPhone 16
80.0/100
Battery Winner
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
66.0/100
Gaming Winner
Apple iPhone 16
85.4/100
Overall Winner
Apple iPhone 16
81.5/100
Best Value
Apple iPhone 16
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Apple iPhone 16
📷 Camera
🏆 Apple iPhone 16
🔋 Battery
🏆 Apple iPhone 18 Pro
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Apple iPhone 16
💰 Value
🏆 Apple iPhone 16
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.10"
6.30"
Display Type
Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM)
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits
Resolution
1179x2556
1206x2622
Refresh Rate
60 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A18 (3 nm)
Apple A20 Pro (2 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (5-core graphics)
Apple GPU (7-core graphics)
RAM
8 GB
12 GB
Storage
128 GB
256 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)
48 MP, f/1.5-4.0, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS (gen2) 48 MP, f/2.8, 100mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF, 3D sensor‑shift OIS, 4x optical zoom 48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF TOF 3
Selfie Camera
12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
18 MP multi-aspect, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide), PDAF 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@24/25/30/60/100/120fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 120fps), ProRes, ProRes RAW (up to 120fps), Apple Log 2, 3D
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
3561 mAh
4056 mAh
Charging
Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired
Wired, PD3.2, AVS, 50% in 15 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired * eSIM only model battery capacity is offici
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
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/6e/7, tri-band, hotspot
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE
6.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort
USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time; International)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm (5.81 x 2.82 x 0.31 in)
150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm (5.91 x 2.83 x 0.35 in)
Weight
170g
211g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield), glass back, aluminum frame
Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, aluminum back/ glass back (Ceramic Shield)
Colors
Ultramarine, Black, White, Pink, Teal
Black, Silver, Glacier, Burgundy
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 26.5
iOS 27
Our Verdict
Apple iPhone 16 is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 81.5/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Gaming. Apple iPhone 18 Pro puts up a strong fight and wins in Battery.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Apple iPhone 16
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Below-average battery
- 60Hz display only
- Premium pricing
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Pros
- Decent everyday performance
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Average camera
- Below-average battery
- Premium pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Apple iPhone 16 or Apple iPhone 18 Pro?
Apple iPhone 16 is the overall winner with a score of 81.5/100, winning in 3 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 16 or Apple iPhone 18 Pro?
Apple iPhone 16 wins in camera with 80.0/100 vs 70.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Apple iPhone 18 Pro has better battery with a score of 66.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Apple iPhone 16 is better for gaming with a score of 85.4/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Apple iPhone 16 offers better value at PKR 322,999 with a value score of 1.2.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 16 and Apple iPhone 18 Pro?
Apple iPhone 16 costs PKR 322,999 while Apple iPhone 18 Pro costs PKR 565,000. The price difference is PKR 242,001.
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