Apple iPhone 16e vs Poco F7 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18, while the Poco F7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $599 and $500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F7 Ultra leads — 82/100 vs 56/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F7 Ultra has the bigger battery (5300 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco F7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,932,885 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16e is noticeably lighter (167g vs 212g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16e
Poco F7 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3254 vs 3013
- Lighter: 167g vs 212g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Poco F7 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2932885 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8070
- Bigger battery: 5300 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $599
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 85/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the Poco F7 Ultra, the Poco F7 Ultra scores 26 points higher (82/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F7 Ultra leads (71/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16e — 26/100, Poco F7 Ultra — 86/100; 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 Poco F7 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F7 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (90/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (71/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (84/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Poco F7 Ultra (80/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | Poco F7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 2932885 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3254 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8070 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2532x1170 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 5300 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 32 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 212 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $500 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Poco F7 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco F7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Poco F7 Ultra
- 5300 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:39 hrs, total 26:17 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16e and Poco F7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F7 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 16e by 32.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $99. Poco F7 Ultra was $99 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F7 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F7 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (90/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (71/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (84/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Poco F7 Ultra (80/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Poco F7 Ultra?
The Poco F7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e by 26 points (82/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the Poco F7 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Poco F7 Ultra — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Poco F7 Ultra?
The Poco F7 Ultra leads on camera score (71/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Poco F7 Ultra?
The Poco F7 Ultra leads on performance (90/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the Poco F7 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Poco F7 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.