iPhone 17 vs iPhone 16: Which iPhone is best for you, learn the 5 biggest changes..

The iPhone 17 features a 6.3-inch OLED display with ProMotion technology, meaning the screen's refresh rate can now be adjusted from 1-120Hz. The display also comes with improved brightness. Its peak outdoor brightness is approximately 3000 nits, which is better than the iPhone 16's 2000 nits. Minor design changes, such as thinner bezels and screen protection with Ceramic Shield 2, mean the iPhone 17 is quite impressive in terms of display.

Speaking of camera upgrades, the iPhone 17 has received significant upgrades this time around. The rear camera on the iPhone 17 is notably improved with an UltraWide lens – now 48MP, compared to the 12MP UltraWide lens on the iPhone 16 – allowing for detailed shots and better detail in macro mode. The selfie camera has also been updated – the iPhone 17 features an 18MP Center Stage camera, which improves group selfies and the front camera video experience. The iPhone 16 features a 12MP selfie camera.

The iPhone 17 features the new A19 Bionic chip, which is more powerful and energy-efficient than the A18. Furthermore, the base model now starts at 256GB, compared to the iPhone 16's base model of 128GB. This change is especially important for users who require heavy apps, media, and AI features. Both models support iOS 26, but the iPhone 17 will receive the new features first.

The iPhone 17 claims to last approximately 8 hours longer in video playback than the iPhone 16. Charging speeds have also improved—0 to 50% charging takes approximately 20 minutes (with a 40W charger), while the iPhone 16 takes approximately 30 minutes. Connectivity-wise, the iPhone 17 uses Bluetooth 6 and an improved Wi-Fi chip.

If you want a consistently better camera, faster performance, and a smoother screen experience, the iPhone 17 is a strong choice. But if you have an iPhone 16 and are satisfied without these few changes, the 16 still delivers. Depending on the price difference and your needs, decide whether you should buy the new model.

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