Apple iPhone 16 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $799 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 68/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Lighter: 170g vs 218g
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 3100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 7700
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 84/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 3 points higher (71/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100; 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 X8 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (77/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (79/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| 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 / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone 16 by 24.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $330. Poco X8 Pro Max was $330 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (84/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (77/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (79/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Apple iPhone 16 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.