Apple iPhone 16 vs Sony Xperia 1 III
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Sony Xperia 1 III (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 888; launch prices were $799 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 leads — 68/100 vs 60/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 III has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 12 MP; the Apple iPhone 16 is faster in AnTuTu (1,972,476 vs 1,232,200); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 16 has the stronger camera (147 vs 105); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 186g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Sony Xperia 1 III
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1972476 vs 1232200
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7700 vs 3537
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 11W
- Lighter: 170g vs 186g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1299
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 46/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 65/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 III better?
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Sony Xperia 1 III, the Apple iPhone 16 scores 8 points higher (68/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (84/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III leads (42/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, Sony Xperia 1 III — 30/100; 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 Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (84/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (90/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (42/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 is a bit better (79/100 vs 65/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Sony Xperia 1 III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 1232200 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1644x3840 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 11W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | 105 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65/IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 165.0×71.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Sony Xperia 1 III
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 III
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Sony Xperia 1 III
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 11W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Sony Xperia 1 III, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 16 leads Sony Xperia 1 III by 60.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Apple iPhone 16 was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (84/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (90/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (78/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (42/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 is a bit better (79/100 vs 65/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Apple iPhone 16 edges out the Sony Xperia 1 III by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Sony Xperia 1 III — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on performance (84/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Sony Xperia 1 III is a better fit for active users.