The iPhone 16 series is going to feature larger batteries compared to the iPhone 15 models, as is customary with each new iPhone iteration. However, this increase in battery size doesn’t always guarantee improved battery life, as experienced by the iPhone 15.
According to the leaks, all iPhone 16 models except the Plus variant will receive larger battery packs, with the iPhone 16 Pro Max rumored to sport the largest at 4,676 mAh. Coupled with the more efficient A18 chips, the 2024 iPhones are expected to deliver better battery performance. Some leaks suggest this improvement will indeed materialize.
Meanwhile, Android competitors gearing up to rival and fight against the iPhone 16 next year might incorporate massive battery packs that surpass those of the iPhone 16 models. Rumors indicate that some vendors are testing batteries with capacities of up to 5,500 mAh.
Purported benchmark leaks have shown that the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 outperforming the A18 Pro chip that will power the iPhone 16 Pro. This development, driven by Qualcomm’s adoption of Oryon cores, signals a competitive challenge to Apple in the chip industry itself.
However, concerns arise regarding the power efficiency of these chips, as seen in rumors surrounding MediaTek’s Dimensity 9300 chip. It remains to be seen whether Qualcomm’s flagship chip will exhibit similar issues.
There may be other reasons for Android vendors seeking higher capacity batteries beyond chip performance, such as bringing up the new technologies to compete with Apple and the iPhone 16. Additionally, past rumors have hinted at Apple exploring innovative battery technologies for future iPhones.
As the iPhone 16 series launches and battery life tests emerge, comparisons with both the iPhone 15 series and 2024 Android flagships will ensue. Qualcomm’s unveiling of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chip later in the year will further fuel speculation about its power consumption and performance relative to the A18 Pro chip in the iPhone 16.
