Apple iPhone 16 vs Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max (2025) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030; launch prices were $799 and $1050. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max leads — 74/100 vs 68/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,101,808 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 239g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 1680
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7700 vs 6200
- Lighter: 170g vs 239g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1050
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 68/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2101808 vs 1972476
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max scores 6 points higher (74/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (78/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max leads (83/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max — 58/100; 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 is a bit better (84/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 is a bit better (78/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (83/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max (79/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | HiSilicon Kirin 9030 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 2101808 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 1680 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 6200 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1320x2848 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 80W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 40 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | HarmonyOS 6.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 8000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 164.4×79.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 239 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1050 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2848
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 80W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone 16 by 6.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $251. Apple iPhone 16 was $251 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 is a bit better (84/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (84/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 is a bit better (78/100 vs 68/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (83/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max (79/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max?
The Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max edges out the Apple iPhone 16 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 68/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on performance (84/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.