How does the iPhone 16 handle AAA games compared to the Switch

Hardware Advantages

- The A18 chip in the iPhone 16 Pro has a 6-core CPU that is 30% faster than the A16 chip, and a 5-core GPU that is up to 40% faster and 35% more efficient[8].
- The iPhone 16 Pro supports hardware-accelerated ray tracing, allowing games to more accurately represent lighting with up to 5x higher frame rates than software-based ray tracing[8].
- The iPhone 16 can now run AAA games like Resident Evil Village, Resident Evil 4 Remake, Death Stranding, and Assassin's Creed Mirage that were previously only available on the iPhone 15 Pro[1][3].

Graphical Improvements

- While the Switch typically runs games at lower resolutions and with less detail, the iPhone 16 Pro can support higher resolutions and more detailed textures[2].
- In comparisons, the Switch's graphics often appear muddier, especially in terms of ground and foliage textures, which are more compressed and less detailed compared to the iPhone[2].

Thermal Design and Battery Life

- The efficiency of the A18 chip and the iPhone 16's rearchitected internal design deliver up to 30% higher sustained performance for gaming while ensuring good battery life[8].
- The iPhone 16 has an even bigger battery compared to previous models, allowing it to support high-intensity gaming for longer periods[1].

However, the Switch is designed to maintain performance across its library of games, while the iPhone 16 may experience some thermal throttling under prolonged heavy use[2]. Overall, the iPhone 16 Pro offers a more powerful and visually impressive AAA gaming experience compared to the Nintendo Switch.