Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs Xiaomi 13 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Xiaomi 13 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra leads — 74/100 vs 65/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 13 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 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 1,796,720); the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is noticeably lighter (199g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Xiaomi 13 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Plus better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1972476 vs 1796720
- Better Geekbench Single: 3431 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8638 vs 5311
- Lighter: 199g vs 227g
- Higher performance (86/100 vs 76/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Xiaomi 13 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4674 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Better camera (73/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs the Xiaomi 13 Ultra, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra scores 9 points higher (74/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus leads (86/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra leads (73/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra leads (73/100 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, both devices are on the same level — 90/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (73/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (73/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Ultra (61/100 vs 31/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Plus | Xiaomi 13 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 1796720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3431 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8638 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1290x2796 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4674 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 18.1 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×77.8×7.8 mm | 163.2×74.6×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $900 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 13 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1290x2796
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 13 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 4674 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 13 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Xiaomi 13 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 16 Plus leads Xiaomi 13 Ultra by 9.8% 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, both devices are on the same level — 90/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (73/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (73/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Ultra (61/100 vs 31/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Xiaomi 13 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 13 Ultra edges out the Apple iPhone 16 Plus by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Xiaomi 13 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Xiaomi 13 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 13 Ultra leads on camera score (73/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Xiaomi 13 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus leads on performance (86/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Plus over the Xiaomi 13 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 13 Ultra is a better fit for active users.