Apple iPhone 16 vs Xiaomi 17T Pro

The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $447 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 67/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,207,005 vs 1,650,000); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 205g).

The Xiaomi 17T Pro is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Performance 82
Display 61
Camera 78
Battery 24
Portability 79
Value for money 66
Xiaomi 17T Pro
Performance 93
Display 94
Camera 63
Battery 87
Portability 54
Value for money
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
  • Lighter: 170g vs 205g
  • Cheaper: $447 vs $899

  • Better camera (78/100 vs 63/100)
  • Better portability (79/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3207005 vs 1650000
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 3100
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 7700
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3561 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W

  • Higher performance (93/100 vs 82/100)
  • Longer battery life (87/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 15 points higher (82/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (93/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (87/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (79/100 vs 54/100).

Apple iPhone 16: The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Xiaomi 17T Pro: The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 16 Xiaomi 17T Pro
Processor Apple A18 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 1650000 3207005
Geekbench Single 3100 3228
Geekbench Multi 7700 9553
Display 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2556x1179 2772x1280
Refresh rate 60 Hz 144 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 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 12 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 512GB / 1TB
OS iOS 18 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm
Weight 170 g 205 g
Price $447 $899
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
78
camera
Xiaomi 17T Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
63
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
  • 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
  • Resolution: 2556x1179
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
61
display
Xiaomi 17T Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
  • 3561 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 25W
24
battery
Xiaomi 17T Pro
  • 7000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
87
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Apple iPhone 16 Apple A18
67/100
1650000 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17T Pro MediaTek Dimensity 9500
82/100 +48.6%
3207005 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Apple iPhone 16 by 48.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 16
$447
Xiaomi 17T Pro
$899

Price difference: $452. Apple iPhone 16 is cheaper by $452.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (94/100 vs 61/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (78/100 vs 63/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (87/100 vs 24/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (79/100 vs 54/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?

The Xiaomi 17T Pro is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?

The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?

The Apple iPhone 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 63/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?

The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 82/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?

The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.