Quick Answer
Apple iPhone 16 starts at ₹79,900 (128GB) and the 16 Plus starts at ₹89,900 (128GB). Both iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max are ₹15,000 less than the previous models starting at the price of ₹1,19,900((128GB) and ₹1,44,900/-(256GB) for the base variants respectively.
Apple iPhone 16 series is here with the most anticipated updates. Like last year, we got four models of the iPhone 16: the standard variant, the Plus model, the Pro variant, and the Pro Max variant. We got a redesign of the standard iPhone 16 models, which now supports Apple intelligence features, the pro models with significant hardware upgrades, better cameras, faster on-device processing power for the latest AI features, and also new lower pricing for the pro models in India.
Apple iPhone 16 Series Pricing in India
Model | Storage Options | iPhone 15 Price (INR) | iPhone 16 Price (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
iPhone 16 | 128GB | ₹79,900 | ₹79,900 |
256GB | ₹89,900 | ₹89,900 |
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512GB | ₹1,09,900 | ₹1,09,900 |
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iPhone 16 Plus | 128GB | ₹89,900 | ₹89,900 |
256GB | ₹99,900 | ₹99,900 |
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512GB | ₹1,19,900 | ₹1,19,900 |
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iPhone 16 Pro | 128GB | ₹1,34,900 | ₹1,19,900 |
256GB | ₹1,44,900 | ₹1,29,900 |
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512GB | ₹1,64,900 | ₹1,49,900 |
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1TB | ₹1,84,900 | ₹1,69,900 |
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iPhone 16 Pro Max | 256GB | ₹1,59,900 | ₹1,44,900 |
512GB | ₹1,79,900 | ₹1,64,900 |
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1TB | ₹1,99,900 | ₹1,84,900 |
Unlike the regular iPhone models, the Pro models are now significantly cheaper in India, while the regular model pricing remains the same. Both iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max are ₹15,000 less than the previous models. See the table above for a detailed comparison.
Speaking of the specifications, the iPhone 16 comes with a 6.61-inch new vertical camera design. It also comes in five color variants. On the front similar to the iPhone 15 series, the 16 also features a dynamic island with no changes in the size. It comes with an A18 processor (a big jump from A16 on the 15 to A18) that supports on-device AI, the first standard model from Apple to support Apple’s intelligence feature which was previously limited to the pro models (iPhone 15 pro and 15 Pro max).
The standard variants also receive a new camera system. It now features a new 48MP Fusion Camera main camera which also comes with a 2x zoom (optical) option. There is also an upgraded 12MP Ultra-Wide camera with autofocus with macro photography. Additionally, the standard variants also receive the action button and a new dedicated camera button that lets you quickly open the camera, take a photo, and start video recording. The button also has a high-precision force sensor to adjust things like zoom, exposure, or depth of field using touch interactions.
The Pro models have also received hardware changes. They now feature slightly bigger screens. The Pro now starts at 6.3 inches, up from 6.1 inches on the iPhone 15 Pro, and the Pro Max now measures 6.9 inches, up from 6.7 inches on the 15 Pro Max. Both the models are made of titanium just like the previous models.
The camera module in the rear comes with the same design as the 15. Similar to the standard models, the pro models also come with a dedicated camera control button which lets you launch the camera and control it using the capacitive touch.
Speaking of the processor, The iPhone 16 Pro series has the new A18 Pro bionic chip with a 16-core neural engine for on-device features. According to Apple, it is 50% faster than the 15 Pro, with a 20% faster GPU. It also supports all the new Apple intelligent features from summarising the text, improved and more powerful Siri, transcribing calls, and adjusting photo settings automatically and more.
The iPhone 16 Pro has a new 48MP Fusion Camera with support for 4K120 fps video recording. It also supports macro photography and Dolby Vision support for high-quality photos and videos. It also comes with an improved 48 MP improved ultra-wide camera and a 5X telephoto camera on both pro and max models. All the cameras can capture spatial photos and videos which can be viewed later on Apple Vision Pro. Additionally, the pro model now comes with an improved microphone quality that can capture spatial audio.
Trade-In Offers and Exchange Discounts
Apple also offers trade-in exchange offers to buy the latest iPhone 16 models in India. Here are the latest exchange values for older iPhone models.
Apple Trade IN prices for the previous iPhone models
Model | Trade in value |
|---|---|
iPhone 15 Pro Max | Up to ₹67500.00 |
iPhone 15 Pro | Up to ₹61500.00 |
iPhone 15 Plus | Up to ₹40200.00 |
iPhone 15 | Up to ₹37900.00 |
iPhone 14 Pro Max | Up to ₹57000.00 |
iPhone 14 Pro | Up to ₹55700.00 |
iPhone 14 Plus | Up to ₹34600.00 |
iPhone 14 | Up to ₹32100.00 |
iPhone SE (3rd generation) | Up to ₹15000.00 |
iPhone 13 Pro Max | Up to ₹45250.00 |
iPhone 13 Pro | Up to ₹42800.00 |
iPhone 13 | Up to ₹31000.00 |
iPhone 13 mini | Up to ₹27700.00 |
iPhone 12 Pro Max | Up to ₹33400.00 |
iPhone 12 Pro | Up to ₹31700.00 |
iPhone 12 | Up to ₹20800.00 |
iPhone 12 mini | Up to ₹17000.00 |
iPhone SE (2nd generation) | Up to ₹8100.00 |
iPhone 11 Pro Max | Up to ₹22700.00 |
iPhone 11 Pro | Up to ₹20700.00 |
iPhone 11 | Up to ₹14350.00 |
iPhone XS Max | Up to ₹13800.00 |
iPhone XS | Up to ₹12600.00 |
iPhone XR | Up to ₹10200.00 |
iPhone X | Up to ₹9750.00 |
iPhone 8 Plus | Up to ₹8150.00 |
iPhone 8 | Up to ₹7000.00 |
iPhone 7 Plus | Up to ₹6750.00 |
iPhone 7 | Up to ₹5800.00 |
iPhone 6s Plus | Up to ₹4650.00 |
iPhone 16 Series Availability in India
The entire iPhone 16 series will be available on Apple.com and other major online and offline retailers starting September 20, and you can pre-order the smartphone starting September 13. The iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are available in Black, White, Natural Titanium, and a new Desert Titanium. And the standard 15 and 15 Plus comes in black, white, pink, teal, and ultramarine colors. As of now, we don’t have any info on offers. We will update the post when those details are available.
