Apple iPhone 16e vs ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18, while the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $599 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 56/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,247,013 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16e is noticeably lighter (167g vs 220g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16e
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3254 vs 3013
- Lighter: 167g vs 220g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $999
- Better portability (80/100 vs 38/100)
What makes ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3247013 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8070
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 7W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 85/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra scores 19 points higher (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads (66/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16e — 26/100, ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra — 60/100; 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 Zenfone 12 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (89/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (66/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (80/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3247013 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3254 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8070 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2532x1170 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 32 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 15 / ZenUI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 2500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 163.8×77.0×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 220 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16e and ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 16e by 39.3% 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 Zenfone 12 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (89/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (56/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (66/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (80/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16e — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16e or the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads on camera score (56/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16e or the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.