Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $1199 and $1399. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads — 77/100 vs 63/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4685); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate is faster in AnTuTu (1,899,814 vs 1,782,199); the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is thinner (8.3mm vs 10.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8400 vs 5311
- Lighter: 227g vs 239g
- Cheaper at launch: $1199 vs $1399
- Higher performance (85/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (89/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (40/100 vs 20/100)
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1899814 vs 1782199
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4685 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max scores 14 points higher (77/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate leads (60/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max — 64/100, ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate — 36/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (89/100 vs 42/100). 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 Pro Max notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (40/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max | ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 1899814 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8400 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 2448x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4685 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 161 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 13 / ROG UI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.6×8.3 mm | 173.0×77.0×10.3 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 239 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $1399 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 4685 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by 6.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (89/100 vs 42/100).
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 Pro Max notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (40/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is noticeably better than the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads on camera score (89/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads on performance (85/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max over the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate is a better fit for active users.