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iPhone 7 Plus — Apple 2016 smartphone

Apple

iPhone 7 Plus

2016 Starting at $769

MKBHD Awards Won (1)

Best Big Phone and Runner-up for Phone of the Year 2016. Dual cameras and Portrait Mode changed what people expected from large-screen phones.

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Key Specs at a Glance

Display

5.5-inch Retina HD IPS LCD, 60Hz

Camera

12MP main + 12MP 2x telephoto (Portrait Mode)

Battery

2,900 mAh

Chipset

Apple A10 Fusion

Full Specifications

Spec Details
Display 5.5-inch Retina HD IPS LCD, 60Hz
Processor Apple A10 Fusion
RAM 3GB
Battery 2,900 mAh
Camera 12MP main + 12MP 2x telephoto (Portrait Mode)
OS iOS 10
Starting Price $769 USD
Release Year 2016

Award History

1 win, 1 runner-up
iPhone 7 Plus A

The ultimate award — MKBHD's pick for the best overall smartphone of the year across all price points and platforms.

Winner: Google Pixel XL

Runner-Up
iPhone 7 Plus A

The best large-screen smartphone of the year — for users who want maximum screen real estate.

🏆 Winner

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the iPhone 7 Plus cost?

The iPhone 7 Plus starts at $769 USD as of 2016.

What processor does the iPhone 7 Plus have?

The iPhone 7 Plus is powered by the Apple A10 Fusion.

What camera does the iPhone 7 Plus have?

The iPhone 7 Plus features a 12MP main + 12MP 2x telephoto (Portrait Mode) camera system.

Did the iPhone 7 Plus win any MKBHD awards?

Yes! The iPhone 7 Plus won: Best Big Phone (2016) at the MKBHD Smartphone Awards.

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About the MKBHD Smartphone Awards

Each year, Marques Brownlee (MKBHD) — one of the world's most respected tech reviewers — names the best smartphones across 11+ categories. The MKBHD Smartphone Awards have become one of the most trusted annual rankings in the industry.

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