Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $1199 and $1199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads — 77/100 vs 71/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 4685); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (2,464,181 vs 1,782,199).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 2250
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8400 vs 7200
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Higher performance (85/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (89/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (40/100 vs 34/100)
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2464181 vs 1782199
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 4685 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 225g vs 227g
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max scores 6 points higher (77/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro leads (66/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max — 64/100, ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro — 52/100; 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 and the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro 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 8 Pro (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (66/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a bit better (40/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max | ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 2464181 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 2250 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8400 | 7200 | |
| Display | 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4685 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 161 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 14 / ROG UI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.6×8.3 mm | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $1199 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 4685 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by 27.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro 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 8 Pro (89/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (66/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a bit better (40/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max edges out the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads on camera score (89/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max over the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.