Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Realme GT 8
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1199 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 77/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4685); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 1,782,199); the Realme GT 8 is noticeably lighter (209g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Realme GT 8
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 3013
- Better camera (89/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8400
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4685 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 209g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $1199
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 85/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs the Realme GT 8, the Realme GT 8 scores 3 points higher (80/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max — 64/100, Realme GT 8 — 94/100; 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 Realme GT 8 is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (85/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max | Realme GT 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8400 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4685 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 161 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 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 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.6×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 227 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 4685 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Realme GT 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by 43.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $849. Realme GT 8 was $849 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 (89/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (85/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 edges out the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 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 Realme GT 8?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Realme GT 8 — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Realme GT 8?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads on camera score (89/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max over the Realme GT 8?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.