Apple iPhone 16 vs Motorola Edge 60 Pro
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Motorola Edge 60 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads — 89/100 vs 68/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 60 Pro has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Motorola Edge 60 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 198g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Motorola Edge 60 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Lighter: 170g vs 198g
- Better portability (79/100 vs 61/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 60 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7700
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 125W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $799
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 84/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Motorola Edge 60 Pro, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro scores 21 points higher (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads (98/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads (84/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, Motorola Edge 60 Pro — 92/100; 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 Motorola Edge 60 Pro is a bit better (98/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (84/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 60 Pro (79/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Motorola Edge 60 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 125W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 170 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $699 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Motorola Edge 60 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Motorola Edge 60 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Motorola Edge 60 Pro
- 5200 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:38 hrs, total 24:17 hrs
- Wired: 125W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Motorola Edge 60 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads Apple iPhone 16 by 50.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Motorola Edge 60 Pro was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro is a bit better (98/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (84/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (84/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 60 Pro (79/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Motorola Edge 60 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 60 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 by 21 points (89/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Motorola Edge 60 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Motorola Edge 60 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads on camera score (90/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Motorola Edge 60 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Motorola Edge 60 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Motorola Edge 60 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.