In this in-depth review of the iPhone 16, you’ll find an overview, Design & Display, Performance & Software, Camera & Key Specifications, iPhone 16 price in Nepal and an overview of the models of the series.
Apple announced its iPhone 16 series on September 9th, 2024. It introduced four models including The iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro , and the 16 Pro Max. In the early 2025 time frame, Apple added the entry-level iPhone 16e and completed the range with a number of AI-related enhancements that are compelling and updates to the hardware. The phones feature the Apple A18 chipset and the brand new “Action Button“ and USB-C charging and a more robust “Apple Intelligence” integration. Understand how much this new smartphone has evolved from the previous models iPhone 15 price in Nepal and iPhone 14 price in Nepal through this article.
iPhone 16 Overview
iPhone 16 (6.1”) and the iPhone 16 (6.1″) along with the 16 Plus (6.7″) are the mid-level models which replace the previous iPhone 15 models. Featuring the 3 nm A18 Bionic chip, both ship with 8 GB RAM–the same silicon also found in iPhone 16 Pro models (with higher-end GPU in Pros). All models now have the Action Button (replacing the mute switch) and a new capacitive Camera Control button for quick photo/video adjustments. Its base model 16 and Plus have a 60 Hz OLED screen, and the Pro versions upgrade to a 120-Hz ProMotion.
Design and Display
The iPhone 16 design maintains the flat-edge aluminum frame, Dynamic Island, and USB-C port across all models The standard model has a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display (1179 x 2556), while the Plus model features a 6.7-inch panel (1290 x 2796). Both models sport a revamped vertical camera layout and a more rugged Ceramic Shield that Apple claims is 2x tougher. Five color options include Black, White, Teal, Pink, and Ultramarine.
Performance and Software
Under the hood, for the standard models is the A18 Bionic (6-core CPU, 5-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine) paired with 8 GB RAM. The chip improves CPU by 30 percent and GPU by around 40 percent over its predecessor. Additionally, the Neural Engine is able to handle Apple Intelligence AR, photo editing, and on-device AI .This iPhone ships with iOS 18, featuring ongoing updates–including “Liquid Glass” UI, improved call-screening, battery insights, and Apple Intelligence tools making the iPhone 16 price in Nepal a reasonable factor . Additional AI improvements will be available later in the year, via iOS 18.1plus.
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Camera:
All iPhone 16 models adopt a 48 MP “Fusion” main sensor with 2x optical-quality crop and Sensor-Shift OIS, plus a 12 MP ultra-wide. Video benefits spatial recording as well as audio mix to create an audio control that resembles a studio.
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- iPhone 16 Pro Max Price in Nepal
- List of iPhone Mobile Price in Nepal
- iPhone 17 is set to release on September 2025.
Key Specifications of iPhone 16 include:
- Display: 6.1”/6.7” Super Retina XDR OLED
- Chip: A18 Bionic (standard) / A18 Pro (Pro models)
- RAM: 8 GB
- Rear cameras: 48 megapixel main camera and 12 MP ultra-wide
- Front camera: 12MP TrueDepth
- Battery: ~22 hrs video playback (~2 hrs more than iPhone 15)
- Charge: via USB-C (MagSafe and Qi2 compatibility for Pros)
- Action Button & Camera Control
- Water resistance: IP68
- OS: iOS 18, upgradable
iPhone 16 Price in Nepal (2025)
It is worth noting that the iPhone 16 price in Nepal is higher than the local launches, and is in line with Indian pricing and US price (INR 72,400 and USD 799).
Refer to this table below for iPhone 16 price in Nepal.
| Model | Approx. Nepal Price |
| iPhone 16 (128 GB) | NPR 165,000 |
| iPhone 16 Plus (128 GB) | NPR 185,000 |
| iPhone 16 Pro (128 GB) | NPR 205,000 |
| iPhone 16 Pro Max | NPR 230,000+ |
| iPhone 16e (128 GB) | NPR 135,000 |
Pricing aligns with global launches and reflects taxes/import duties in Nepal
iPhone 16e – The Low-Cost Option
In February 2025 Apple launched the iPhone 16e, a more affordable variant (~US$599) dubbed a successor to iPhone SE. The phone was launched in Black and white, it keeps the 6.1 screen size and notch design of the iPhone 14 and supports USB-C.
It uses the A18 chip (4-core GPU), 8 GB RAM, and a single 48 MP main camera with 2x crop — no ultra-wide, MagSafe, or Qi2. It includes Action Button, Crash Detection, Emergency SOS, and Apple Intelligence.
For Nepal, it is possible to cost around NPR 135,000, which is appealing to those wanting A18-like performance, but without the premium add-ons.
Other Models in the iPhone 16 Series
- iPhone 16 Plus: The same internals as iPhone 16, with 6.7 inches of screen and a larger battery. Ideal for binge-watching media.
- iPhone 16 Pro: 6.3” ProMotion (120 Hz) OLED, A18 Pro chip, triple-camera system featuring ultra-wide 48 MP and 12 MP Telephoto.
- iPhone 16 Pro Max: It has everything you get from Pro and Pro Max, with the 6.9 inches display as well as a more powerful battery. This is the best choice for users who need to be more efficient as well as photographers.
While the iPhone 16 is a flagship device but budget and mid-range phones are equally popular in Nepal. You can find more about them on our homepage.
