Apple iPhone 16 vs ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $799 and $1199. By overall MobileRank rating, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro leads — 71/100 vs 68/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (2,464,181 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 2250
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7700 vs 7200
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 170g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1199
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 34/100)
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2464181 vs 1972476
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro scores 3 points higher (71/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (78/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro leads (66/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro — 52/100; 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 and the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (89/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro (78/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (66/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro (79/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 2464181 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 2250 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 7200 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 32 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 14 / ROG UI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1199 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro leads Apple iPhone 16 by 20.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Apple iPhone 16 was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 and the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (89/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro (78/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (66/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro (79/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro?
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro edges out the Apple iPhone 16 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.