iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Sony Xperia XA Ultra: Which One Should You Buy?
Sony Xperia XA Ultra edges ahead with a BeastScore of 95.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
iPhone 16 Pro Max
Sony Xperia XA Ultra
Sony Xperia XA Ultra wins overall; iPhone 16 Pro Max takes 3 of 5 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsiPhone 16 Pro Max9139
- Camerafrom specsiPhone 16 Pro Max9182
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieSony Xperia XA Ultra6088
- Batteryfrom specsiPhone 16 Pro Max560
- Displayfrom specsTie8888
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- iPhone 16 Pro Max has the bigger battery4,685 mAh vs 2,700 mAh
- Sony Xperia XA Ultra has a sharper main camera50 MP vs 48 MP
- iPhone 16 Pro Max has the bigger screen6.9" vs 6"
- Sony Xperia XA Ultra has a sharper selfie camera32 MP vs 12 MP
- iPhone 16 Pro Max has more RAM8 GB vs 3 GB
- iPhone 16 Pro Max has the faster chipApple A18 Pro vs MT6755 Helio P10
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Sony Xperia XA Ultra wins — BeastScore 95.0/100
The Sony Xperia XA Ultra is the better pick for most people thanks to its sharper main camera (50 MP vs 48 MP) and sharper selfie camera (32 MP vs 12 MP). The iPhone 16 Pro Max is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (4,685 mAh vs 2,700 mAh).
Larger battery: 4,685 mAh vs 2,700 mAh · Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)
Reliable all-round performance.
Common questions
Which is better: iPhone 16 Pro Max or Sony Xperia XA Ultra?
The Sony Xperia XA Ultra is the better pick for most people thanks to its sharper main camera (50 MP vs 48 MP) and sharper selfie camera (32 MP vs 12 MP). The iPhone 16 Pro Max is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (4,685 mAh vs 2,700 mAh). BeastScore: iPhone 16 Pro Max 80.0/100, Sony Xperia XA Ultra 95.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 16 Pro Max and Sony Xperia XA Ultra?
iPhone 16 Pro Max has a 6.9-inch display and 4685 mAh battery. Sony Xperia XA Ultra has a 6-inch display and 2700 mAh battery.
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