Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Meizu Note 16 Pro
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Meizu Note 16 Pro (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 58/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Meizu Note 16 Pro has the bigger battery (6200 mAh vs 5567); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,434,654 vs 1,041,899); the Meizu Note 16 Pro is noticeably lighter (198g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Meizu Note 16 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3434654 vs 1041899
- Better Geekbench Single: 4733 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12836 vs 3390
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (67/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Meizu Note 16 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6200 vs 5567 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 198g vs 249g
- Better display (93/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Meizu Note 16 Pro, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 22 points higher (80/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 Pro (97/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Meizu Note 16 Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 Pro (71/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Meizu Note 16 Pro are nearly equal (67/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu Note 16 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (55/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Meizu Note 16 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3434654 | 1041899 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4733 | 1161 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12836 | 3390 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 1224x2720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 6200 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 15 / Flyme AIOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66/IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 163.8×76.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Meizu Note 16 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Meizu Note 16 Pro
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Meizu Note 16 Pro
- 6200 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Meizu Note 16 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Meizu Note 16 Pro by 229.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Meizu Note 16 Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 Pro (97/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Meizu Note 16 Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 Pro (71/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Meizu Note 16 Pro are nearly equal (67/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu Note 16 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (55/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Meizu Note 16 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 Pro by 22 points (80/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Meizu Note 16 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Meizu Note 16 Pro — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Meizu Note 16 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Meizu Note 16 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Meizu Note 16 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Meizu Note 16 Pro is a better fit for active users.