Apple iPhone 16 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $799 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 68/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Lighter: 170g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $986
- Better portability (79/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 3100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 7700
- Bigger battery: 8500 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 (100/100 vs 84/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 24 points higher (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 96/100; 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 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (100/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (82/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (100/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (92/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (79/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 8500 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 | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone 16 by 60.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $187. Apple iPhone 16 was $187 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (100/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (82/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (100/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (92/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (79/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 by 24 points (92/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.