Apple iPhone Air vs OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $999 and $555. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone Air leads — 75/100 vs 74/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra has the bigger battery (8600 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,429,868 vs 2,538,751); the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Air
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone Air better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3850 vs 3293
- Lighter: 165g vs 217g
- Better camera (73/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 43/100)
What makes OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3429868 vs 2538751
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9800
- Bigger battery: 8600 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $555 vs $999
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 92/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 26/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Air vs the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra, the Apple iPhone Air scores 1 points higher (75/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (73/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra leads (82/100 vs 26/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Air — 60/100, OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra — 66/100; 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 OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra and the Apple iPhone Air are nearly equal (94/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra (73/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (82/100 vs 26/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra (96/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3429868 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 8600 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×74.7×5.6 mm | 162.5×77.5×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $555 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2736x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Air
- 3149 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:48 hrs, total 22:15 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
- 8600 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Air and OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra leads Apple iPhone Air by 26.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $444. OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra was $444 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra and the Apple iPhone Air are nearly equal (94/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra (73/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (82/100 vs 26/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra (96/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone Air edges out the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on camera score (73/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone Air is a better fit for gamers and power users. The OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.