Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $999 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 73/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3582); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,182,664 vs 1,782,199).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Xiaomi 17T Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 3293
- Lighter: 199g vs 205g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 63/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3182664 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 8300
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3582 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $999
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 85/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 9 points higher (82/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads (86/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro — 56/100, Xiaomi 17T Pro — 76/100; 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 17T Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (86/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (87/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Xiaomi 17T Pro are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 3182664 | |
| 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 | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3582 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 199 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 3582 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro by 44.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Xiaomi 17T Pro was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (86/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (87/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Xiaomi 17T Pro are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro edges out the Apple iPhone 16 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads on camera score (86/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.