iPhone 16 Pro Offers Compelling Value as flipkart’s Big Billion Days Sale Pits it against the Newer iPhone 17
New Delhi: Shoppers eyeing a new iPhone during Flipkart‘s Big Billion Days sale face a key decision: the currently discounted iPhone 16 Pro or the recently launched iPhone 17. while the iPhone 17 boasts incremental improvements, the iPhone 16 Pro presents a strong value proposition, particularly at its sale price of ₹70,000, according to a recent analysis.
The article details several key differences between the two models. Battery life sees a boost with the iPhone 17, offering up to 30 hours of video playback compared to the iPhone 16 Pro’s 27 hours. Both phones utilize 3nm chipsets – the A18 Pro in the iPhone 16 Pro and the A19 in the iPhone 17 – featuring a 6-core CPU and 16-core Neural Engine, and both support ray tracing. While raw speed differences are likely minimal,the iPhone 17 may receive an additional year of software updates from Apple.
A notable distinction lies in data transfer speeds. The iPhone 16 Pro’s USB-C port supports USB 3, enabling faster file transfers, while the iPhone 17 is limited to USB 2 speeds. Storage configurations also differ, with the iPhone 17 starting at 256GB, a step up from the iPhone 16 Pro’s base model of 128GB – the version currently offered on Flipkart.
Display technology also separates the two. The iPhone 17 features a 6.3-inch LTPO panel with ProMotion support and a peak brightness of 3,000 nits, exceeding the iPhone 16 Pro’s 2,000 nits. both displays share a pixel density of 460 ppi and True Tone support. Build materials also vary; the iPhone 16 Pro utilizes titanium, considered a more premium and rugged material, while the iPhone 17 reverts to an aluminum construction, a decision seemingly influenced by Apple’s assessment of aluminum’s superior heat dissipation properties.
The analysis concludes that the iPhone 16 Pro remains the superior choice for camera versatility, unless front-camera performance is a primary concern, where the iPhone 17 holds an advantage. The titanium build and USB 3 support of the iPhone 16 Pro further solidify its appeal for users prioritizing premium feel and fast data transfer.
Ultimately, the price difference is significant. The iPhone 17 launched at ₹82,900, representing a ₹13,000 premium over the iPhone 16 Pro’s current sale price of ₹70,000 during the Flipkart Big Billion Days sale, making the 16 Pro a compelling option for budget-conscious buyers.
