Apple iPhone 17 vs iPhone 16 Pro
Buy the iPhone 17 if you want the newest chip, the lighter body and a full Apple warranty at a new-unit price. Buy the iPhone 16 Pro if you want a telephoto lens and a titanium build and are fine with a certified pre-owned unit. On November 3, 2026 the iPhone 17 is $899.99 new at ESolutions, while the iPhone 16 Pro is $740.99 at Plug as certified pre-owned.
Today the iPhone 16 Pro costs $159.00 less at its best price.
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Apple iPhone 17
4.1Choose the iPhone 17 if you want a new, lighter phone with the A19 chip, 3,000-nit display and a 48MP ultra wide camera.
- New unit with full Apple warranty
- Lighter at 6.24 oz
- A19 chip and 3,000-nit ProMotion display
- 48MP ultra wide rear camera and 18MP Center Stage front camera
What separates them
| Apple iPhone 17 | iPhone 16 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $899.99 new at ESolutions as of November 3, 2026 | $740.99 at Plug as of November 3, 2026, certified pre-owned |
| Condition and warranty | New, sealed, full Apple warranty | Certified pre-owned, 12-month Plug warranty, battery health 80%+ |
| Chip | A19, 5-core GPU | A18 Pro |
| Weight | 6.24 oz (177 g) | 7.03 oz (199 g) |
| Cameras | 48MP main plus 48MP ultra wide, 2x optical-quality zoom, no telephoto | 48MP main plus ultra wide plus telephoto, triple lens |
| Front camera | 18MP Center Stage with Dual Capture | 12MP TrueDepth |
| Peak brightness | 3,000 nits | 2,000 nits typical |
Price history
- Apple iPhone 17: lowest $675.00 on Oct 29; $724.97 on Nov 2.
- iPhone 16 Pro: lowest $849.99 on Nov 2 at Walmart.
Prices at every store
Apple iPhone 17
- ESolutionsNew
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$899.99Observed Nov 3, 2026, 1:19 AM - ExpercomNew
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$1,029.00Observed Nov 3, 2026, 1:19 AM
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iPhone 16 Pro
- PlugNew
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$740.99Observed Nov 3, 2026, 1:19 AM
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Specs compared
| Spec | Apple iPhone 17 | iPhone 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | iOS | iOS 18 |
| Display Resolution | 2622 x 1206 | 2622 x 1206 |
| SIM Support | Single SIM | Dual SIM |
| Color | Black | Natural Titanium |
| Water Resistant | Yes | Yes |
| With Fast Charging | Yes | Yes |
| With OLED Display | Yes | Yes |
| Broadband Generation | 5G | 5G |
| SIM Card Type | Nano SIM, eSIM | eSIM |
| Lens Type | Ultra Wide Angle | Ultra Wide Angle, Telephoto |
What reviewers say
Apple iPhone 17
Owners rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 465 ratings and describe a light, premium phone with smooth everyday performance, strong cameras and all-day battery. Upgraders from older iPhones call it a big step up. The main complaint is that it runs warm during initial setup.
- Light and comfortable to hold
- Premium finish and build quality
- Smooth performance for everyday use
- Camera and video quality
- Feels warm during initial setup
iPhone 16 Pro
The iPhone 16 Pro is widely well reviewed, with owners and critics praising its camera system, display and build. Complaints center on battery life, weight and the modest year-over-year gains.
- Camera quality, especially the 5x telephoto and 4K120 video
Questions and answers
- Which has the better camera?
- The iPhone 16 Pro wins on reach because it adds a telephoto lens for 3x zoom. The iPhone 17 wins on the ultra wide, which jumps to 48MP, and on the front camera, which is 18MP Center Stage.
- Is the iPhone 16 Pro worth the savings?
- You save about $159 and gain a telephoto lens. You give up the newer A19 chip, the brighter display and a new-unit warranty, and the battery is only guaranteed at 80% health or better.
- Which lasts longer?
- The iPhone 17 should get more years of iOS updates because its A19 chip is a generation newer. The 16 Pro's battery is already at 80% or above, so a battery service may come sooner.
- Which is better for one-handed use?
- The iPhone 17. Both have 6.3-inch screens, but the iPhone 17 weighs 6.24 oz against 7.03 oz for the 16 Pro.
- Does the iPhone 17 have a telephoto lens?
- No. It has a 48MP main and a 48MP ultra wide with 2x optical-quality zoom. For 3x zoom you need the 16 Pro.
- Can I use two lines on either phone?
- The iPhone 16 Pro supports Dual SIM with eSIM. The iPhone 17 listing shows single SIM with nano SIM and eSIM, so check with your carrier before relying on two lines.
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