Apple iPhone 16 vs Poco F8 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Poco F8 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $729. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 68/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Poco F8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,651,476 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Poco F8 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Lighter: 170g vs 218g
- Better portability (79/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Poco F8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3651476 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7700
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $729 vs $799
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 84/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Poco F8 Ultra, the Poco F8 Ultra scores 21 points higher (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, Poco F8 Ultra — 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 Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (97/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (90/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (85/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Poco F8 Ultra (79/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Poco F8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3651476 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| 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 / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $729 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Poco F8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:14 hrs, total 32:38 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Poco F8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 16 by 46.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $70. Poco F8 Ultra was $70 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (97/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (90/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (85/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Poco F8 Ultra (79/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra 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 Poco F8 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Poco F8 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on camera score (90/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Poco F8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.