Apple iPhone 16 vs Xiaomi 17
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 68/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 191g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Xiaomi 17
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Lighter: 170g vs 191g
- Better portability (79/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 3100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 7700
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $709 vs $799
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 84/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 19 points higher (87/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 84/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, Xiaomi 17 — 88/100; 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 is a bit better (95/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (85/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Apple iPhone 16 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (87/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (79/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Apple iPhone 16 by 39.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $90. Xiaomi 17 was $90 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (95/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (85/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Apple iPhone 16 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (87/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (79/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Xiaomi 17?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.