Apple iPhone 16e vs ASUS ROG Phone 9
The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18, while the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $599 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads — 71/100 vs 56/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 has the bigger battery (5800 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is faster in AnTuTu (3,136,217 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16e is noticeably lighter (167g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16e
ASUS ROG Phone 9
What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3254 vs 3100
- Lighter: 167g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $999
- Better portability (80/100 vs 33/100)
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3136217 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9900 vs 8070
- Bigger battery: 5800 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 7W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 85/100)
- Better camera (42/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (67/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the ASUS ROG Phone 9, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 scores 15 points higher (71/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads (42/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads (67/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16e — 26/100, ASUS ROG Phone 9 — 52/100; 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 ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a bit better (92/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (89/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a bit better (42/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (67/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (80/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | ASUS ROG Phone 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3136217 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3254 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8070 | 9900 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2532x1170 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 5800 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 15 / ROG UI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 2500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- 5800 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16e and ASUS ROG Phone 9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads Apple iPhone 16e by 37.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Apple iPhone 16e was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a bit better (92/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (89/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a bit better (42/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (67/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (80/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the ASUS ROG Phone 9?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16e — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the ASUS ROG Phone 9?
The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16e or the ASUS ROG Phone 9?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads on camera score (42/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16e or the ASUS ROG Phone 9?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads on performance (92/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the ASUS ROG Phone 9?
The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a better fit for gamers and power users.