Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $999 and $899. Both devices score the same overall rating of 73/100. Key differences: the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 3582); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,444,132 vs 1,782,199); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro has the stronger camera (157 vs 125); the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8300 vs 6511
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 199g vs 224g
- Higher performance (85/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 61/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 36/100)
What makes ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2444132 vs 1782199
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 3582 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $999
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra received the same MobileRank rating — 73/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads (86/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra leads (66/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro — 56/100, ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra — 58/100; 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 Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra (86/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (66/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra (56/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 2444132 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8300 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3582 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | 125 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 14 / ZenUI | |
| 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 | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra
- 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 Zenfone 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 3582 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro and ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro by 27.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra (86/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (66/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra (56/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra?
Both devices scored 73/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (85/100 vs 83/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads on camera score (86/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro over the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.