Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Realme GT7 Pro
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Realme GT7 Pro (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 75/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4685); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT7 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,125,854 vs 1,782,199).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Realme GT7 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 3013
- Better camera (89/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (40/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Realme GT7 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3125854 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8400
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4685 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 222g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $1199
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 85/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs the Realme GT7 Pro, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max scores 2 points higher (77/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 Pro leads (74/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max — 64/100, Realme GT7 Pro — 64/100; 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 GT7 Pro is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Realme GT7 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 Pro (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (74/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Realme GT7 Pro are nearly equal (40/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max | Realme GT7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 3125854 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8400 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4685 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| 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 15, Realme UI 6.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.6×8.3 mm | 162.5×76.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 222 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Realme GT7 Pro
- 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 GT7 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 4685 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Realme GT7 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 32:07 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Realme GT7 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 Pro 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: $549. Realme GT7 Pro was $549 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 Pro is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Realme GT7 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 Pro (89/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (74/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Realme GT7 Pro are nearly equal (40/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Realme GT7 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max edges out the Realme GT7 Pro by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Realme GT7 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Realme GT7 Pro — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Realme GT7 Pro?
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 GT7 Pro?
The Realme GT7 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max over the Realme GT7 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Realme GT7 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.