iPhone 16 Pro vs iPhone 17: Which One Best For You?

Is the new "base" model finally better than last year's flagship? In this video, I compare the iPhone 16 Pro (Desert Titanium) side-by-side with the brand new iPhone 17 (Lavender) to help you decide which one is actually worth your money in late 2025. For years, the choice was easy: buy the Pro for the 120Hz screen. But now that Apple has brought ProMotion to the standard iPhone 17, the line is blurrier than ever. We dive deep into the real-world differences including the new "Liquid Glass" iOS 26 update, thermal performance during gaming, the controversial lack of 5x zoom on the 17, and why the new A19 chip efficiency might just make the iPhone 17 the battery king. If you are holding an iPhone 13, 14, or 15 and thinking about upgrading—watch this first! In This Video: Intro: The Hardest Choice in Years Design & Build: Titanium vs. Aluminum (Weight Test) Display: Finally 120Hz on the Base Model! Software: iOS 26 & The "Liquid Glass" Look iPhone 16 Pro vs iPhone 17 Performance: A18 Pro vs A19 Gaming Test iPhone 16 Pro vs iPhone 17 Camera: 5x Zoom vs New Square Sensor Selfie iPhone 16 Pro vs iPhone 17 Battery Life: mAh Capacity vs Efficiency Realities The USB-C Dealbreaker & AI Features Final Verdict: Which One Should You Buy? Key Specs Mentioned: iPhone 16 Pro: A18 Pro Chip, 3582 mAh Battery, USB 3 Speeds, 5x Optical Zoom. iPhone 17: A19 Chip, ~3692 mAh Battery, USB 2 Speeds, 120Hz ProMotion, 18MP Square Sensor Front Cam. #iPhone17 #iPhone16Pro