Apple iPhone 16 vs Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030S; launch prices were $799 and $880. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max leads — 72/100 vs 68/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 16 is faster in AnTuTu (1,972,476 vs 1,617,928); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 231g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1972476 vs 1617928
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 1273
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7700 vs 3894
- Lighter: 170g vs 231g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $880
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 67/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 74/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max better?
- 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 (85/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max scores 4 points higher (72/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (84/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max leads (83/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, Huawei Pura 90 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 notably outperforms the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max (84/100 vs 67/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (85/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 and the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max are nearly equal (78/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90 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 Pura 90 Pro Max (79/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | HiSilicon Kirin 9030S | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 1617928 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 1273 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 3894 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.9" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1308x2880 | |
| 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 | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | HarmonyOS 6.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 164.0×77.1×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 231 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $880 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1308x2880
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 80W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 16 leads Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max by 21.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $81. Apple iPhone 16 was $81 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max (84/100 vs 67/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (85/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 and the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max are nearly equal (78/100 vs 74/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90 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 Pura 90 Pro Max (79/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max?
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max edges out the Apple iPhone 16 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max — 72/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on performance (84/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.