Apple has officially disclosed the battery performance metrics for the iPhone 16 series. Below is a comprehensive comparison of the battery longevity of the iPhone 16 and 16 Pro models against their predecessors: the iPhone 15, 14, and 13.
Unlike the iPhone 15 lineup, which did not showcase any battery life enhancements over the iPhone 14 models last year, the iPhone 16 models come with significant improvements in battery efficiency.
The iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max notably experience the most considerable enhancements, offering up to 10 additional hours for audio playback and as much as 4 extra hours for video playback.
Specifications for iPhone 16 Battery Life
According to Apple’s evaluations:
- iPhone 16 Pro Max:
- Maximum of 33 hours for video playback
- Maximum of 29 hours for streamed video
- Maximum of 105 hours for audio playback
- iPhone 16 Pro:
- Maximum of 27 hours for video playback
- Maximum of 22 hours for streamed video
- Maximum of 85 hours for audio playback
- iPhone 16 Plus:
- Maximum of 27 hours for video playback
- Maximum of 24 hours for streamed video
- Maximum of 100 hours for audio playback
- iPhone 16:
- Maximum of 22 hours for video playback
- Maximum of 18 hours for streamed video
- Maximum of 80 hours for audio playback
The iPhone 16 models also boast enhanced fast-charging capabilities with MagSafe:
- New MagSafe charger available for the iPhone 16 series, providing a boost in charging speed.
Comparative Analysis: iPhone 16 Versus iPhone 15, 14, and 13
Note: Apple’s battery estimates come with the caveat of being “up to” as indicated on the specifications pages.
| iPhone 16 Pro Max | iPhone 15 Pro Max | iPhone 14 Pro Max | iPhone 13 Pro Max | |
| Battery life for video playback (offline) | 33 hours | 29 hours | 29 hours | 28 hours |
| Battery life for audio playback | 105 hours | 95 hours | 95 hours | 95 hours |
| iPhone 16 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 14 Pro | iPhone 13 Pro | |
| Battery life for video playback (offline) | 27 hours | 23 hours | 23 hours | 22 hours |
| Battery life for audio playback | 85 hours | 75 hours | 75 hours | 75 hours |
| iPhone 16 Plus | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 14 Plus | |
| Battery life for video playback (offline) | 27 hours | 26 hours | 26 hours |
| Battery life for audio playback | 100 hours | 100 hours | 100 hours |
| iPhone 16 | iPhone 15 | iPhone 14 | iPhone 13 | |
| Battery life for video playback (offline) | 22 hours | 20 hours | 20 hours | 19 hours |
| Battery life for audio playback | 80 hours | 80 hours | 80 hours | 75 hours |
Stay informed about all the announcements Apple made during the iPhone 16 launch event:
- The iPhone 16 has arrived: Follow our live blog and news section
- Apple introduces the iPhone 16 Pro: revamped design, extended battery life, Camera Control button, and more
- Apple unveils the iPhone 16: new camera button, fresh colors, and AI capabilities
- Apple reveals iOS 18 release date: September
