Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs Poco X8 Pro
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus leads — 65/100 vs 63/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4674); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,977,887 vs 1,972,476).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Poco X8 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Plus better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3431 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8638 vs 6405
- Higher performance (86/100 vs 76/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1977887 vs 1972476
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4674 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 196g vs 199g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs the Poco X8 Pro, 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 Poco X8 Pro 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 is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (61/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Plus | Poco X8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 1977887 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3431 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8638 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1290x2796 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4674 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 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 | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | — | $350 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 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
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 4674 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 25W
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Poco X8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Apple iPhone 16 Plus by 0.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Apple iPhone 16 Plus
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (86/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (61/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus edges out the Poco X8 Pro 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 Poco X8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Poco X8 Pro — 63/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus leads on performance (86/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Plus over the Poco X8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.