Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Vivo X200 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Vivo X200 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1199 and $889. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads — 86/100 vs 77/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X200 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4685); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X200 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,092,340 vs 1,782,199); per DXOMark lab testing, the Vivo X200 Ultra has the stronger camera (167 vs 161).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Vivo X200 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 3100
- Lighter: 227g vs 229g
- Better portability (40/100 vs 34/100)
What makes Vivo X200 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3092340 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10095 vs 8400
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4685 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $889 vs $1199
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 85/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 89/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs the Vivo X200 Ultra, the Vivo X200 Ultra scores 9 points higher (86/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max — 64/100, Vivo X200 Ultra — 86/100; 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 Vivo X200 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max are nearly equal (93/100 vs 89/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (78/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a bit better (40/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max | Vivo X200 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 3092340 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8400 | 10095 | |
| Display | 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4685 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 161 | 167 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 15 / OriginOS 5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.6×8.3 mm | 163.1×76.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 229 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $889 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X200 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X200 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 4685 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X200 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:14 hrs, total 24:25 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Vivo X200 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X200 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by 42.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $310. Vivo X200 Ultra was $310 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max are nearly equal (93/100 vs 89/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (78/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a bit better (40/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Vivo X200 Ultra edges out the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Vivo X200 Ultra — 86/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Vivo X200 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max over the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo X200 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.