Apple iPhone 16 vs Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 leads — 76/100 vs 68/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 is faster in AnTuTu (3,377,066 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 2833
- Lighter: 170g vs 224g
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3377066 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 7700
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $799
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 84/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 scores 8 points higher (76/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 leads (86/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 — 78/100; 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 Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 is a bit better (92/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (99/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (86/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (79/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3377066 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 170 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $420 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Lenovo Legion Y70 2026, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 leads Apple iPhone 16 by 41.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $379. Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 was $379 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 is a bit better (92/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (99/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (86/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (79/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026?
The Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 edges out the Apple iPhone 16 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026?
The Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 leads on performance (92/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.