All Apple iPhone 16 series storage variants, and which one you should pick

The iPhone 16 series has been launched and users have four phones to choose from again. However, all of these are available in multiple storage variants themselves. So, if you have plans to upgrade to the new iPhone 16 series, you certainly have a lot to choose from.

Worry not, though. We are here to help you choose the best storage variant for you. Let’s go over both the Pro models and the non-Pro models.

iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus storage variant

The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus start at 128GB storage, and are also available in 256GB and 512GB.

The 128GB phone is the most affordable of the lot, and is a good idea for anyone who doesn’t have need for a lot of offline storage. This could be for large files, lots of photos and videos and such items. If you’re also someone who mostly has all files and services synced over the cloud, you could get away with the entry level 128GB variant.

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The next 256GB variant is the ideal mid-point that should offer a perfect balance of storage space and affordability for a lot of people. It will offer enough storage for a lot of offline movies, songs, photos and videos, as well as large-sized games.

The 512GB storage variant is ideal for people who are using their iPhones for professional photography and videography. This will let the half a gigabyte of storage offer ample room for a lot of 4K videos and 48MP full resolution photos. Of course, the phone is also ideal for anyone else who will deal with a lot of large files of any kind, and can spend a little extra for it.

iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max storage variants

The iPhone 16 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB and 1TB variants, and the iPhone 16 Pro Max is available in only 256GB, 512GB and 1TB variants. With both the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max offering high-resolution photography and videography features, including 4K 120fps Cinematic Slow-Motion recording, file sizes can quickly grow.

That is why the 128GB iPhone 16 Pro will be ideal only for those who don’t plan on doing a lot of serious photography/videography. Anyone who will need a lot of file storage space should go for the 256GB, 512GB or 1TB variants depending on their needs and budget.

Those who are into some serious videography may also want to consider the iPhone 16 Pro Max in particular thanks to its larger screen (which becomes your viewfinder during shoots) and battery life, which will allow you to shoot more or take longer takes.

We hope this guide helped you decide which iPhone 16 storage variant is for you. You can also check out our blogs on the best new Apple Intelligence features and glance at the other announcements from the Glowtime launch event.