Apple iPhone 16 vs ASUS ROG Phone 9
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads — 71/100 vs 68/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 has the bigger battery (5800 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is faster in AnTuTu (3,136,217 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
ASUS ROG Phone 9
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 170g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $999
- Better camera (78/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 33/100)
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3136217 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9900 vs 7700
- Bigger battery: 5800 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 84/100)
- Longer battery life (67/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the ASUS ROG Phone 9, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 scores 3 points higher (71/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (78/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads (67/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, ASUS ROG Phone 9 — 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 ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a bit better (92/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (89/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (78/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (67/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (79/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | ASUS ROG Phone 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3136217 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 9900 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 5800 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 15 / 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 | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- 5800 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and ASUS ROG Phone 9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads Apple iPhone 16 by 37.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Apple iPhone 16 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a bit better (92/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (89/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (78/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (67/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (79/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the ASUS ROG Phone 9?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 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 9?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the ASUS ROG Phone 9?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the ASUS ROG Phone 9?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads on performance (92/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the ASUS ROG Phone 9?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a better fit for gamers and power users.