Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads — 77/100 vs 65/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the bigger battery (4685 mAh vs 4674); the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is faster in AnTuTu (1,972,476 vs 1,782,199); the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is noticeably lighter (199g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Plus better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1972476 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Single: 3431 vs 3400
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8638 vs 8400
- Lighter: 199g vs 227g
- Higher performance (86/100 vs 85/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 4685 vs 4674 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 25W
- Better camera (89/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max scores 12 points higher (77/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max are nearly equal (86/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (89/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 47/100. In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (61/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Plus | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Apple A18 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 1782199 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3431 | 3400 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8638 | 8400 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED | |
| Resolution | 1290x2796 | 2868x1320 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4674 mAh | 4685 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 161 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 18.1 | iOS 18 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×77.8×7.8 mm | 163.0×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1199 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1290x2796
- Refresh rate: —
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 4674 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 25W
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 4685 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 16 Plus leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by 10.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Apple iPhone 16 Plus
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max are nearly equal (86/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (89/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 47/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (61/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16 Plus — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads on camera score (89/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Plus over the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.