Apple iPhone 16 Series: Check the Price Difference in India, US, Dubai, Vietnam and Other Regions (Specifications)
At the "It's Glowtime" event, Apple unveiled its fresh series of iPhones. The new iPhones coming under this series include iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max. While iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus' prices in India remain similar to their predecessors, the prices for the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are marginally lower than their predecessors. The devices have gone on pre-order and start selling on September 20. Here's how the pricing goes, and here's a comparative look at how the various models compare in price across different regions.
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iPhone 16 Series Prices in India
Now, interestingly, Apple this year has cut the prices of the iPhone 16 Pro series in India. The all-new iPhone 16 Pro starts at Rs 1,19,900, about a partial cut from last year's model. However, when compared to more informal markets such as the US-where the base model of the iPhone 16 Pro is $99-about Rs 83,891 before tax-then the Indian variant still remains much costlier.
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Apple iPhone 16
price in India |
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Storage |
Price (₹) |
Bank Discount (₹)
(Axis, ICICI, Amex) |
Net effective price
(₹) |
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128GB |
79,900 |
5,000 |
74,900 |
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256GB |
89,900 |
5,000 |
84,900 |
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512GB |
1,09,900 |
5,000 |
104,900 |
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Plus price in India |
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Storage |
Price (₹) |
Bank
Discount (₹) (Axis, ICICI, Amex) |
Net
effective price (₹) |
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128GB |
89,900 |
5,000 |
84,900 |
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256GB |
99,900 |
5,000 |
94,900 |
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512GB |
1,19,900 |
5,000 |
1,14,900 |
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Apple iPhone 16
Pro price in India |
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Storage |
Price (₹) |
Bank Discount (₹)
(Axis, ICICI, Amex) |
Net effective price
(₹) |
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128GB |
1,19,900 |
5,000 |
1,14,900 |
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256GB |
1,29,900 |
5,000 |
1,24,900 |
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512GB |
1,49,900 |
5,000 |
1,44,900 |
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1TB |
1,69,900 |
5,000 |
1,64,900 |
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Pro Max price in India |
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Storage |
Price (₹) |
Bank Discount (₹)
(Axis, ICICI, Amex) |
Net effective price
(₹) |
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256GB |
1,44,900 |
5,000 |
1,39,900 |
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512GB |
1,64,900 |
5,000 |
1,59,900 |
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1TB |
1,84,900 |
5,000 |
1,79,900 |
The iPhone 16 and the iPhone 16 Plus are relatively reasonably priced in India for their segment, if their Pro variants are anything to go by. The iPhone 16 128 GB variant is available for Rs 74,900 if one considers a flat bank discount of Rs 5,000 on the phone. For exactly the same model, one will have to pay about Rs 67,000 ex-tax in the US, while the same device is available in Canada for under Rs 70,000.
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International Price Comparisons: US, Dubai, and China
Whereas the starting price of the iPhone 16 Pro in India is Rs 1,19,900, this makes it quite expensive as compared to western markets. In the US and Canada, the latest 6.3-inch iPhone 16 Pro will be available for under Rs 90,000. The price disparity further makes it worth considering to buy it abroad.
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is also cheaper than Rs 1,00,000 in Dubai and China, which means at least Rs 15,000 cheaper compared to the India pricing.
Still, if you plan to purchase an iPhone 16 Pro Max, then the US is one of the most economically viable markets. This variant with 256 GB base storage is quoted for over Rs 1,00,000 in the US market. That's roughly Rs 40,000 cheaper than its price in the Indian market.
How to Buy iPhone 16 from International Markets: Things to Keep in Mind
If you are going to purchase an iPhone 16 or iPhone 16 Pro Max from a foreign country, there are a number of things that you should be highly aware of:
1. Compatibility of SIM Card: The iPhones sold in the US do not have any physical SIM card slot; instead, they have eSIM functionality only. On the other hand, the Indian model will allow a single nano-SIM slot and also supports eSIM. Understand these differences so that you may not face incompatibility issues.
2. Network Lock Issues: The majority of iPhones sold in some markets are network-locked, meaning they might not work with any Indian carrier. One very important thing to check is that the iPhone 16 or iPhone 16 Pro that you would be buying is unlocked for full compatibility in India.
3. Model Differences in China: If you get the iPhone 16 or iPhone 16 Pro from China, the device will include two physical nano-SIM slots and will not support eSIM. This is another regional variation that buyers must make a note of.
4. Warranty and After-Sales Support: Apple gives all its devices worldwide warranty, while buyers have the option to purchase Apple Care+, which extends this by an additional two years. The best part about it is that it does not matter where one has purchased it; the warranty can be claimed from any registered outlet in any country. It somehow reinstates the confidence of an international buyer.
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Conclusion
While some other global markets have the new iPhone 16 series priced attractively enough as compared to India, potential buyers will need to weigh benefits with possible complications. This may include issues with SIM card compatibility and network locking. Be sure you understand all of the terms and conditions for such a purchase before actually making it abroad.
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