Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $1199 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 77/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4685); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,207,005 vs 1,890,000); the Xiaomi 17T Pro is noticeably lighter (205g vs 227g).
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 3228
- Better camera (89/100 vs 63/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3207005 vs 1890000
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 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
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 205g vs 227g
- Cheaper: $899 vs $1199
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 85/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 40/100)
- Better value for money (76/100 vs 64/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 5 points higher (82/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 47/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (76/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (89/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (87/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1890000 | 3207005 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8400 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4685 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 161 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.6×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 227 g | 205 g | |
| Price | $1199 | $899 |
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 4685 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by 41.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $300. Xiaomi 17T Pro is cheaper by $300.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (89/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (87/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro edges out the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads on camera score (89/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.