When I got my hands on the new iPhone 16 series, I was immediately drawn to vanilla iPhone16 Because it’s incredibly light and colorful. For the record, this is nothing new. Vanilla iPhones have always been noticeably lighter and come in more colors than Pro models.
But Apple has differentiated itself enough over the years to warrant an upgrade, so it’s no wonder some people choose the iPhone Pro, which is heavier and more expensive than the standard iPhone.
But this year, I can’t help but feel like the iPhone 16 Pro’s extra weight doesn’t add much value to the experience. I think most people will probably stick with the vanilla version and at least save money. 200 dollars.
The word “professional” iPhone16 pro Sounds like you’re miles ahead of normal. iPhone16but in reality, the two are not only more similar than you think; iPhone16 It’s clearly better in several ways.
And I hope you can see how and why this is true…
Why should you wait for iPhone Slim? The ultra-light iPhone 16 is ahead of its time compared to the chunky iPhone 16 Pro
On paper, iPhone16 Approximately 30g lighter than iPhone16 proIt might not sound like a big deal, but when you go to the Apple Store and pick it up, you’ll see the difference is huge. it is, iPhone16 It’s easier to hold and more fun to carry around in your pocket.
It’s no wonder that Apple is preparing a product dubbed the “iPhone Slim/Air” for next year. Let me tell you, lightweight phones will be all the rage in 2025. iPhone16 beyond iPhone16 pro.
The iPhone 16’s battery life is at least on par with the iPhone 16 Pro (if not better).
However, some tests from various sources have shown that iPhone16 can also exceed iPhone16 pro Depending on the use. So that’s…
Unsurprisingly, the two also take the same amount of time to charge from 0% to 100%. Yeah, there’s nothing “pro” about that iPhone16 Pro battery life.
Easier battery replacement makes iPhone 16 less hassle and more future-proof than iPhone 16 Pro.
Not only is it better for the environment, but it’s also easier on your wallet if you need to replace the battery in the future. After using your mobile phone for 3 to 6 years, you will definitely need to replace it.
The Pro model doesn’t offer such easy battery swapping, which feels like a missed opportunity. But I can understand why Apple did what it did. That’s a test, folks.
Apple says the iPhone 16 Pro is more powerful than the iPhone 16, but is it really?
The A18 Pro has an additional GPU core, which improves GPU benchmark scores by 10-15%, but if you edit 4K videos all day or run complex 3D modeling software on your phone ( Unless you’re doing some very strenuous work, like doing something like ?!). , regular A18 iPhone16 You should feel the same way.
All in all, it’s great to see the vanilla iPhone’s SoC so close to the Pro iPhone’s SoC. Especially since that hasn’t been the case for the past few years.
RAM matters – 8GB of RAM makes iPhone 16 a “Pro” like iPhone 16 Pro
When we talk about processors, we come to one of the main parts of an SoC: RAM. This is a sensitive issue for iPhones, especially after it was revealed that the vanilla iPhone 15 will not have Apple Intelligence features because it has 6GB of RAM (instead of 6GB). 8GB like the iPhone 15 Pro).
Fortunately, the push for AI has had a positive side effect on vanilla. iPhone16 – both iPhone16 and iPhone16 pro It comes with 8GB of RAM, which is a big plus, but not just because of the presence of Apple Intelligence.
It is also your iPhone16 and will remain as smooth as iPhone16 pro In the long run – after years of updates. And as an iPhone 13 (with 4GB RAM) user, I can’t stress enough how important this is for an uninterrupted experience.
Of course, everyday multitasking will also be smoother with 8GB of RAM instead of 6GB. Apps stay open in the background for a long time and you can switch between them without waiting for app updates.
The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro have the same Apple Intelligence features, but if you think that’s “no big deal,” you don’t have an iPhone 15.
You’ll benefit equally from improved Siri features, AI-powered photo editing, smarter app navigation, and more on both phones. You don’t have to choose the Pro model just to get the latest AI magic.
It’s insane though iPhone16 get the same amount of storage as iPhone16 proand that’s the worst/best news depending on who you are
good or bad, both iPhone16 and iPhone16 pro This is pretty shocking since the iPhone 16 Pro Max’s storage capacity starts at 128GB, while the iPhone 16 Pro Max starts at 256GB.
I really wonder why Apple didn’t offer more storage on the smaller Pro models, but either way, the good news is that this improves vanilla capacity. iPhone16 Even better deals. It’s Apple’s perverse way of making one thing worse instead of making two things better.
It’s not just for “pros”: Apple’s new “camera control” button is terrible/amazing, but everyone can use it.
Apple has added new camera control buttons to iPhone16 series, and the shocking news was that this seemingly pro-grade hardware upgrade was also applied to non-pro iPhones. However, whether you find this button useful or not is a completely different story.
In fact, most people who try to use camera controls to take photos find it more complicated than necessary and prefer to use screen controls. Including me.
In short, this was supposed to be a great pro-grade hardware upgrade, but Apple was (surprisingly) generous enough to add it to vanilla. iPhone16. But the camera control button’s “camera control” function is kind of the worst.
The good news is that Apple plans to use buttons to trigger AI features in the future. Therefore, we are confident that it will be effective in the future.
Don’t let the extra microphone fool you – the super useful “Audio Mix” feature on the iPhone 16 Pro is also on the iPhone 16
Currently, the Pro model has four microphones, while the regular model has four. iPhone16 There are only two, but unless you’re a “pro-grade” podcaster or filmmaker, I don’t think you’ll notice much of a difference in day-to-day use.
This alone isn’t a reason to choose the Pro, as both models offer best-in-class audio quality.
Color, color, color – the blue and black of the iPhone 16 are my favorite (and most obvious) reason to choose the standard iPhone 16 over the Pro
It’s really very simple – you have to try everything iPhone16 There are models in all colors and the Pro model looked very boring.
The Pro model is limited to more traditional, muted colors; iPhone16 We offer a lineup of bright and eye-catching options. In fact, my favorite is Ultramarine Blue/Purple, which comes as a shock to me since I hate blue phones. But seriously, this color is unique.
Needless to say, its blackness is iPhone16 looks blacker than the one in iPhone16 prothis is my second favorite color. It’s a very dangerous color.
iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro – $200 less if you remove the 5x zoom camera and ProMotion screen may be a bargain for many
Check out our complete comparison of iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro.
After all, iPhone16 pro There may be some additional benefits, iPhone16 offers almost all the great features at a low price.
I’d probably go for the Pro model because it has a 5x zoom camera, but I think it’s the standard model for most people. iPhone16 This is sufficient – especially if it iPhone16 pro this year.
Of course, the main reason for choosing iPhone16 It costs more than 16 Pro. of iPhone16 It’s simply more affordable, and considering how many of the same core features it has, it’s hard to justify the extra cost of the Pro model unless you really need the 120Hz display or 5x zoom camera.
Aside from the refresh rate, the display technology and brightness are the same on both phones, and aside from the 5x zoom, the rest of the camera experience is more similar than ever. in fact, iPhone16 Offers 2x sensor crop zoom and macro mode. This is another feature that was exclusive to the Pro model.
So…did I convince you to go vanilla?