This is your chance if you've ever wished for an iPhone but were put off by the cost. The Apple iPhone 16 (128 GB) is now available in India for less than ₹40,000, a huge decrease from its initial launch price of ₹79,900!
But is this offer really worth it in 2025? Let’s break it down.
The Deal Everyone's Talking About
The iPhone 16 is currently available for a substantial discount on websites like Amazon and Flipkart, with further bank offers and exchange bonuses lowering the price to as low as ₹38,175 as of this week. The pricing goes down as follows:
Original Price: ₹79,900
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Flat Discount: ~9%
After Discount: ₹72,900
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Bank Offer: ₹4,000 off with select cards
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Exchange Bonus: Up to ₹10,000 extra on your old phone
Effective Price: ₹38,175 (approx.)
Key Features of the Phone 16: Still Powerful in 2025
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Chipset | A16 Bionic (5nm) |
| Display | 6.1” Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Camera | 48MP + 12MP Rear | 12MP Front |
| Special Features | Action Button, Cinematic Mode, Spatial Video |
| Storage | 128 GB (non-expandable) |
| OS | iOS 18 Ready | Apple Intelligence Support |
| Battery | 3,279 mAh | 20W Fast Charging |
| Build | Aluminum & Glass | IP68 Water Resistance |
- The iPhone 16 is a powerful device yet it's a 2024 model:
- The A16 Bionic Chip, that powers AI, multitasking, and gaming, is exactly the same chip used in the iPhone 15 Pro.
- 48 MP Camera: Capture beautiful and attractive macro as well as landscape photos with enhanced low-light capabilities.
- For creators and vloggers, spatial and log videos are actually excellent.
- Customise the new action button to execute your favourite tasks, such as shortcuts, camera functions, or silent mode, Apple Intelligence Ready: Compatible with iOS 18's new AI features.
Does the iPhone 16 Performance Hold Up in 2025?
One of the fastest and best-optimized mobile phone available nowadays is still the iPhone 16. For casual users, photographers in particular, gamers as well as semi-professional creators, the A16 chip and 5+ years of iOS updates make this device future-proof.
The iPhone 16 keeps going to perform better than Android-based smartphones priced under ₹40,000 (such as the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy F55) in terms of:
- Long-term results and performance
- Stability of software and regular updates
- Integration of ecosystems (such as: Apple Watch, Mac, Air Pods, etc.)
Should You Buy It?
The iPhone 16 at ₹38,000 is an amazing deal if you've been wanting the iPhone experience without going over budget. It offers all the features we're looking for in an Apple device, such as speed, camera, longevity, style and much more.
At this price, would you buy an iPhone 16?
Let me know in the comments