Apple iPhone 16 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $447 and $1500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 88/100 vs 67/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 1,650,000); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the stronger camera (166 vs 147); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 226g).
Apple iPhone 16
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Lighter: 170g vs 226g
- Cheaper: $447 vs $1500
- Better portability (79/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 1650000
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 7700
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 61/100)
- Better value for money (80/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 21 points higher (88/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (89/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (93/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (80/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (79/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1650000 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | 166 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 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 | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 226 g | |
| Price | $447 | $1500 |
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 16 by 54.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1053. Apple iPhone 16 is cheaper by $1053.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (89/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (93/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (80/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (79/100 vs 40/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 by 21 points (88/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.