Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $999 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads — 73/100 vs 71/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 3582); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 1,782,199); the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 3293
- Lighter: 199g vs 218g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 8300
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 3582 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $999
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 85/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro scores 2 points higher (73/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro — 56/100, Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100; 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 Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (77/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8300 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3582 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.3 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 3582 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro by 31.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $530. Poco X8 Pro Max was $530 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (86/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (77/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro edges out the Poco X8 Pro Max 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 Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads on camera score (86/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.