Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs Apple iPhone Duo
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Apple iPhone Duo (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone Duo leads — 72/100 vs 65/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone Duo has the bigger battery (4883 mAh vs 4674); the Apple iPhone Duo is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is noticeably lighter (199g vs 254g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Apple iPhone Duo
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Plus better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 254g
- Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Apple iPhone Duo better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 3431
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 8638
- Bigger battery: 4883 vs 4674 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 25W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 86/100)
- Better camera (49/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (59/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs the Apple iPhone Duo, the Apple iPhone Duo scores 7 points higher (72/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Duo leads (97/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Duo leads (49/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone Duo leads (59/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Duo is a bit better (97/100 vs 86/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Duo notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (49/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone Duo is a bit better (59/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo (61/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Plus | Apple iPhone Duo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Apple A20 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3551073 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3431 | 4612 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8638 | 11819 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 7.6" Foldable LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | |
| Resolution | 1290x2796 | 1878x2670 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4674 mAh | 4883 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | |
| OS | iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 18.1 | iOS 27 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×77.8×7.8 mm | 117.8×84.1×11.3 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 254 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Apple iPhone Duo
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1290x2796
- Refresh rate: —
Apple iPhone Duo
- 7.6" Foldable LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1878x2670
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 4674 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 25W
Apple iPhone Duo
- 4883 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Apple iPhone Duo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone Duo leads Apple iPhone 16 Plus by 44.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Apple iPhone 16 Plus
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Duo is a bit better (97/100 vs 86/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Duo notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (49/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone Duo is a bit better (59/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo (61/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Apple iPhone Duo?
The Apple iPhone Duo edges out the Apple iPhone 16 Plus by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Apple iPhone Duo?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Apple iPhone Duo — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Apple iPhone Duo?
The Apple iPhone Duo leads on camera score (49/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Apple iPhone Duo?
The Apple iPhone Duo leads on performance (97/100 vs 86/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Plus over the Apple iPhone Duo?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Apple iPhone Duo is a better fit for gamers and power users.