Apple iPhone 16 vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 68/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Lighter: 170g vs 219g
- Better portability (79/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7700
- Bigger battery: 8000 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
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 84/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 20 points higher (88/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; 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 Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (81/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (90/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (79/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 8000 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 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 170 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Apple iPhone 16 by 46.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (81/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (90/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (79/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 by 20 points (88/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.