Apple has introduced several changes to the iPhone 16 series this year, and one of the standout updates is the enhanced battery capacity. The company has touted the iPhone 16 Pro models as having the best battery life of any iPhone, but how do they stack up against last year’s iPhones and the formidable Galaxy S24 Ultra? A recent battery life test aims to shed some light on this.
In a comprehensive battery life test, all models from the iPhone 15 and iPhone 16 lineups were put to the test alongside the Galaxy S24 Ultra. The YouTuber behind the channel Mrwhosetheboss conducted a series of tests that mimic everyday usage, including social media activities.
At the start, the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro models showed promising performance. Surprisingly, the smaller iPhone 16 initially led the pack. However, the tester noted that iPhone software sometimes displays a battery percentage that’s a bit more optimistic than the actual battery level.
As the test progressed, the battle for battery supremacy narrowed down to the iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Galaxy S24 Ultra. Both devices performed admirably, but the Galaxy S24 Ultra ultimately took the lead and maintained it until the battery drained completely. Last year’s iPhone 15 Plus was the gold standard for battery life, so it was interesting to see how the iPhone 16 Plus compared to newer models.
The results showed that the iPhone 16 Plus lost its crown, with the iPhone 16 Pro Max emerging as the iPhone with the best battery life. Despite this achievement, Apple’s latest flagship still trailed behind the Galaxy S24 Ultra, a surprising outcome given that the Galaxy model is nearly a year old.
Here’s a quick rundown of how long each device lasted in the test:
– iPhone 15: 7 hours and 45 minutes
– iPhone 16: 8 hours and 19 minutes
– iPhone 16 Pro: 8 hours and 19 minutes
– iPhone 16 Plus: 8 hours and 45 minutes
– iPhone 15 Pro Max: 9 hours and 35 minutes
– iPhone 16 Pro Max: 11 hours and 22 minutes
– Galaxy S24 Ultra: 12 hours and 31 minutes
Despite the significant improvement from the iPhone 15 Pro Max to the iPhone 16 Pro Max, it’s intriguing to see the Galaxy S24 Ultra still leading the battery life charts. This test underscores Apple’s advances in battery performance, handling everyday tasks and even intensive gaming smoothly. Stay tuned for more comparisons and insights as more tests and reviews come in.
