Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus leads — 65/100 vs 63/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4674); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is faster in AnTuTu (1,972,476 vs 1,899,814); the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is noticeably lighter (199g vs 239g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Plus better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1972476 vs 1899814
- Better Geekbench Single: 3431 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8638 vs 5311
- Lighter: 199g vs 239g
- Higher performance (86/100 vs 76/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 20/100)
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4674 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (42/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus scores 2 points higher (65/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus leads (86/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate leads (60/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (86/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate is a bit better (42/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate is a bit better (60/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (61/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Plus | ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 1899814 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3431 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8638 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1290x2796 | 2448x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4674 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 18.1 | Android 13 / ROG UI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×77.8×7.8 mm | 173.0×77.0×10.3 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 239 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1399 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1290x2796
- Refresh rate: —
ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 4674 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 25W
ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Plus and ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 16 Plus leads ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate by 3.8% 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 is a bit better (86/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate is a bit better (42/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate is a bit better (60/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (61/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus edges out the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate?
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate leads on camera score (42/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus leads on performance (86/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Plus over the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate is a better fit for active users.