Apple iPhone 16 vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 68/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 1,972,476).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Overall rating 68/100
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7700
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $730 vs $799
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 84/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 25 points higher (93/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100; 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 Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (91/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (95/100 vs 24/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3722803 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 9070 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 / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 170 g | — | |
| Launch price | $799 | $730 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone 16 by 47.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $69. Redmi K100 Pro Max was $69 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (91/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (95/100 vs 24/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 by 25 points (93/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K100 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.