Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs ASUS ROG Phone 7
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $1199 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads — 77/100 vs 65/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4685); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the ASUS ROG Phone 7 is faster in AnTuTu (1,828,576 vs 1,782,199); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the stronger camera (161 vs 108); 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
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8400 vs 5311
- Lighter: 227g vs 239g
- Higher performance (85/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (89/100 vs 48/100)
- Better portability (40/100 vs 20/100)
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1828576 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
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1199
- 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, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max scores 12 points higher (77/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 leads (60/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max — 64/100, ASUS ROG Phone 7 — 40/100; 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 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 (89/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 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 (40/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max | ASUS ROG Phone 7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 1828576 | |
| 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 | 108 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 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 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
ASUS ROG Phone 7
- 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
- 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
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and ASUS ROG Phone 7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 7 leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by 2.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. ASUS ROG Phone 7 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 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 (89/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 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 (40/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the ASUS ROG Phone 7?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is noticeably better than the ASUS ROG Phone 7 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the ASUS ROG Phone 7?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the ASUS ROG Phone 7?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads on camera score (89/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the ASUS ROG Phone 7?
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?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a better fit for active users.