Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Redmi K80 Ultra

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+; estimated prices are $1199 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 60/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 4685); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,876,004 vs 1,890,000).

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max edges out the Redmi K80 Ultra by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Performance 54
Display 100
Camera 89
Battery 35
Design 16
Value for money 27
Redmi K80 Ultra
Performance 61
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 26
Value for money 86
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 2729

  • Better camera (89/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2876004 vs 1890000
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 8400
  • Bigger battery: 7410 vs 4685 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 219g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $350 vs $1199

  • Higher performance (61/100 vs 54/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 35/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (26/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max scores 2 points higher (62/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 35/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (72/100 vs 35/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (26/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (86/100 vs 27/100).

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max: The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.
Redmi K80 Ultra: The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max Redmi K80 Ultra
Processor Apple A18 Pro MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
AnTuTu 1890000 2876004
Geekbench Single 3400 2729
Geekbench Multi 8400 8430
Display 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED 6.8" OLED
Resolution 2868x1320 1280x2772
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4685 mAh 7410 mAh
Charging 27W 100W
Wireless charging 25W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 161
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 12 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS iOS 18 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 3200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 163.0×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 227 g 219 g
Price $1199 $350
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.78
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
89
camera
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
  • 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED
  • Resolution: 2868x1320
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 6.8" OLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
  • 4685 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 25W
35
battery
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 7410 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Redmi K80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max Apple A18 Pro
62/100
1890000 AnTuTu
Redmi K80 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
60/100 +34.3%
2876004 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by 34.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
$1199
Redmi K80 Ultra
$350

Price difference: $849. Redmi K80 Ultra is cheaper by $849.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 54/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (89/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (72/100 vs 35/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (26/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (86/100 vs 27/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max edges out the Redmi K80 Ultra 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 Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 60/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads on camera score (89/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (61/100 vs 54/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max over the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.