Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 65/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4674); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is noticeably lighter (199g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Plus better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3431 vs 3293
- Lighter: 199g vs 218g
- Better display (90/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 8638
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4674 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 86/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 6 points higher (71/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 86/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (77/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (61/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Plus | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3431 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8638 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1290x2796 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4674 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 18.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×77.8×7.8 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $469 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1290x2796
- Refresh rate: —
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 4674 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 25W
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone 16 Plus by 24.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Apple iPhone 16 Plus
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 86/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (77/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (61/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Apple iPhone 16 Plus by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 86/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Plus over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.