Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1199 and $830. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads — 77/100 vs 74/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 has the bigger battery (5165 mAh vs 4685); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 1,782,199); the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 3013
- Better camera (89/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8400
- Bigger battery: 5165 vs 4685 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $830 vs $1199
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 85/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 47/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max scores 3 points higher (77/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max — 64/100, Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 — 62/100; 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 Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is a bit better (56/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (64/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max | Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8400 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 1224x2912 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4685 mAh | 5165 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 161 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 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 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.6×8.3 mm | 166.9×73.8×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $830 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- 6.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2912
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 4685 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- 5165 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Xiaomi Mix Flip 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 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: $369. Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 was $369 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 (89/100 vs 57/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is a bit better (56/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (64/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max edges out the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads on camera score (89/100 vs 57/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads on performance (91/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max over the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is a better fit for gamers and power users.