Apple iPhone 16 vs Poco F8
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Poco F8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 leads — 74/100 vs 68/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco F8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Poco F8
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 3013
- Lighter: 170g vs 205g
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Poco F8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 7700
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 84/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Poco F8, the Poco F8 scores 6 points higher (74/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 leads (86/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, Poco F8 — 70/100; 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 is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (90/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Poco F8 (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (86/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Poco F8 (79/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Poco F8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.6" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 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 | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 170 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Poco F8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco F8
- 6.6" OLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Poco F8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Poco F8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 leads Apple iPhone 16 by 36.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Poco F8 was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (90/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Poco F8 (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (86/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Poco F8 (79/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Poco F8?
The Poco F8 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 Poco F8?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Poco F8 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Poco F8?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Poco F8?
The Poco F8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Poco F8?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Poco F8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.