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; estimated prices are $999 and $555. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra leads — 66/100 vs 64/100 (a 2-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 2,550,000); the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 217g).
Apple iPhone Air
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
- Better Geekbench Single: 3850 vs 3228
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9800 vs 9553
- Lighter: 165g vs 217g
- Better camera (73/100 vs 31/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (93/100 vs 28/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3429868 vs 2550000
- Bigger battery: 8600 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $555 vs $999
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 9/100)
- Better value for money (72/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone Air vs the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra scores 2 points higher (66/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (73/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra leads (82/100 vs 9/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is a bit better (76/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra (73/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (82/100 vs 9/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra (93/100 vs 28/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (72/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2550000 | 3429868 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | 9553 | |
| 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) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×None×None mm | 162.5×77.5×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 217 g | |
| Price | $999 | $555 |
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
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
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
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 25.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $444. OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is cheaper by $444.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is a bit better (76/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra (73/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (82/100 vs 9/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra (93/100 vs 28/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (72/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?
The OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra edges out the Apple iPhone Air by just 2 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 64/100, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra — 66/100.
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 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone Air or the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?
The OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra leads on performance (76/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone Air is a better fit for active users. The OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.