Apple iPhone 16e vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) 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 $599 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 56/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 3279); 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 16e is noticeably lighter (167g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16e
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?
- Lighter: 167g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $986
- Better portability (80/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 3254
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 8070
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 85/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 36 points higher (92/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16e — 26/100, 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 16e (100/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (82/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (92/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (80/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3254 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8070 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2532x1170 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 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) | 1200 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16e and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone 16e by 60.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $387. Apple iPhone 16e was $387 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (100/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (82/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (100/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (92/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (80/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e by 36 points (92/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16e 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.