Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs OnePlus 13T
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the OnePlus 13T (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1199 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads — 77/100 vs 74/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13T has the bigger battery (6260 mAh vs 4685); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 13T is faster in AnTuTu (3,173,674 vs 1,782,199); the OnePlus 13T is noticeably lighter (185g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
OnePlus 13T
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 3013
- Better camera (89/100 vs 53/100)
What makes OnePlus 13T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3173674 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8400
- Bigger battery: 6260 vs 4685 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 185g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $1199
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 85/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 47/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs the OnePlus 13T, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max scores 3 points higher (77/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13T leads (65/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max — 64/100, OnePlus 13T — 62/100; 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 OnePlus 13T is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 13T (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13T notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (65/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13T notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (66/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max | OnePlus 13T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 3173674 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8400 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4685 mAh | 6260 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 161 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 15, OxygenOS 15 (International), ColorOS 15 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.6×8.3 mm | 150.8×71.7×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
OnePlus 13T
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 13T
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 4685 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
OnePlus 13T
- 6260 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and OnePlus 13T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13T leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by 43.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $549. OnePlus 13T was $549 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13T is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 13T (89/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13T notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (65/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13T notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (66/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the OnePlus 13T?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max edges out the OnePlus 13T by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the OnePlus 13T?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the OnePlus 13T — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the OnePlus 13T?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads on camera score (89/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the OnePlus 13T?
The OnePlus 13T leads on performance (91/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max over the OnePlus 13T?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The OnePlus 13T is a better fit for gamers and power users.