iPhone 16 Pro at iPhone 17’s price? Why Flipkart’s deal is too good to miss

iPhone 16 Pro

If you’ve been planning to buy a new iPhone, chances are you’ve already looked at both the iPhone 16 Pro and the newly launched iPhone 17. On paper, the iPhone 17 looks like the obvious choice, it’s the latest model, after all. But when you compare prices and actual value, the iPhone 16 Pro being sold on Flipkart at Rs 74,900 is shaping up to be the smarter buy over the iPhone 17, which starts at Rs 82,900. Let’s break it down.

First, the price gap is not small. Flipkart is offering the iPhone 16 Pro for nearly Rs 8,000 less than the iPhone 17. Add in bank discounts and exchange offers, and the price difference grows even bigger. For many buyers, this saving alone can mean upgrading storage or picking up accessories like AirPods without overshooting their budget.

Now, what about performance? The iPhone 17 does bring Apple’s latest A19 Bionic chip, but in real-world usage, the difference compared to the A18 Pro inside the iPhone 16 Pro is almost negligible. Unless you’re into heavy gaming or niche professional apps that push hardware limits, you won’t notice much of a gap. Everyday performance, whether it’s multitasking, social media, photography, or even video editing, remains smooth on the iPhone 16 Pro.

Cameras are often a deal-breaker, but here too, the iPhone 16 Pro still holds up brilliantly. It has the same triple-lens setup with ProRAW and ProRes support, delivering top-notch photos and videos. Yes, the iPhone 17 adds some AI-powered camera tweaks, but these improvements are incremental, not game-changing. For most users, the 16 Pro’s camera is already more than enough.

Design and display are another area where the two phones are almost identical. Both sport Apple’s Ceramic Shield, surgical-grade stainless steel (or titanium, depending on the version), and a Super Retina XDR display with ProMotion. You’re not missing out on a major design overhaul if you pick the 16 Pro.

Finally, there’s the longevity factor. The iPhone 16 Pro will continue to get iOS updates for years, just like the 17. Apple’s software support cycle means you’re still covered well into the future, making the 16 Pro a safe long-term investment.

So, should you spend more for the iPhone 17? Unless you absolutely need to have the newest model on day one or you’re curious about its slight AI edge, the iPhone 16 Pro gives you nearly everything at a noticeably lower price. With Flipkart’s aggressive discounts and offers, it’s the better buy for most people looking for flagship performance without overpaying.

In short: save your money, pick the iPhone 16 Pro, and enjoy a premium iPhone experience without the premium price tag.