Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 73/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 3582); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 1,782,199).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro better?
- Overall rating 73/100
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3400
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8300
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 3582 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $730 vs $999
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 85/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 86/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 20 points higher (93/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 85/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro — 56/100, Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100; 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 Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro are nearly equal (90/100 vs 86/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (95/100 vs 24/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 3722803 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8300 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 3582 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 199 g | — | |
| Launch price | $999 | $730 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 3582 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro by 52.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $269. Redmi K100 Pro Max was $269 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro are nearly equal (90/100 vs 86/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (95/100 vs 24/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro by 20 points (93/100 vs 73/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro over the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Redmi K100 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.