Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $1376. By overall MobileRank rating, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro leads — 75/100 vs 73/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro has the bigger battery (5800 mAh vs 3582); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,290,813 vs 1,782,199); the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 3211
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 199g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1376
- Better camera (86/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 33/100)
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3290813 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10106 vs 8300
- Bigger battery: 5800 vs 3582 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 85/100)
- Longer battery life (67/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro scores 2 points higher (75/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro leads (67/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro — 56/100, ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro — 60/100; 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 ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (67/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (56/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 3290813 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 3211 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8300 | 10106 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 3582 mAh | 5800 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 15 / ROG UI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.3 mm | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $1376 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 3582 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
- 5800 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro and ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro by 45.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $377. Apple iPhone 16 Pro was $377 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (86/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (67/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (56/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro edges out the Apple iPhone 16 Pro by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads on camera score (86/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro over the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.