Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Realme GT7
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e; launch prices were $1199 and $420. Both devices score the same overall rating of 77/100. Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4685); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,496,976 vs 1,915,175); the Realme GT7 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 227g).
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Realme GT7
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 2233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8400 vs 7478
- Higher performance (86/100 vs 84/100)
- Better camera (89/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2496976 vs 1915175
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4685 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 206g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $1199
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 47/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 40/100)
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Realme GT7 received the same MobileRank rating — 77/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max — 64/100, Realme GT7 — 90/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Realme GT7 are nearly equal (86/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Realme GT7 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (89/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (90/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (53/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max | Realme GT7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | |
| AnTuTu | 1915175 | 2496976 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 2233 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8400 | 7478 | |
| Display | 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4685 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 120W | |
| 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 | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.6×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 227 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $420 |
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 4685 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Realme GT7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by 23.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $779. Realme GT7 was $779 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Realme GT7 are nearly equal (86/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Realme GT7 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (89/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (90/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (53/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Realme GT7?
Both devices scored 77/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Realme GT7?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Realme GT7 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Realme GT7?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads on camera score (89/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max over the Realme GT7?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.