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iPhone 18 Pro vs iQOO 16: Which One Should You Buy?

iQOO 16 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 90.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple · 2026

iPhone 18 Pro

iPhone 18 Pro
89/ 100
Launch price$1,299
Iqoo · 2026

iQOO 16

iQOO 16
90/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

iQOO 16 wins 3 of 6 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 18 Pro
iPhone 18 Pro
1 win
iQOO 16
iQOO 16
3 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplaySecurity
iPhone 18 ProiQOO 16
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsTie
    97
    97
  • Camerafrom specsiQOO 16
    80
    93
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieiQOO 16
    76
    88
  • Batteryfrom specsiQOO 16
    44
    100
  • Displayfrom specsiPhone 18 Pro
    94
    89
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityTie
    100
    100
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • iQOO 16 has the bigger battery8,400 mAh vs 4,288 mAh
  • iQOO 16 charges faster100W vs 45W
  • iQOO 16 has a sharper main camera50 MP vs 48 MP
  • iQOO 16 has a smoother screen165 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • iQOO 16 has the bigger screen6.85" vs 6.3"
  • iPhone 18 Pro is lighter211 g vs 222.5 g
  • iQOO 16 has a sharper selfie camera32 MP vs 18 MP
  • iQOO 16 has more RAM16 GB vs 12 GB
  • iPhone 18 Pro has the faster chipApple A20 Pro (2 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6
  • iPhone 18 Pro can text for help by satelliteYes vs No
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy iPhone 18 Pro
  • ✓11.5 g lighter (211 g vs 222.5 g), easier to hold
  • ✓48 MP main camera
  • ✓6.3" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy iQOO 16
  • ✓Bigger 8,400 mAh battery (+4,112 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.85" display at 165 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 18 ProiQOO 16
1. Display & Screen🏆 iPhone 18 Pro Wins Display
Screen typeLTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby VisionAMOLED
Screen Size6.3"6.85"
Resolution & Density1206 x 2622 pixels (19.5:9 ratio) (460 ppi)3168x1440
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion165 Hz
Brightness1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)2,800 nits peak
Screen ProtectionCeramic Shield 2, Anti-reflective coating, Always-On displayNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A20 Pro (2 nm) (2nm)Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6
CPU CoresHexa-core (2x High Performance + 4x Efficiency)Not listed
GPU GraphicsApple GPU (7-core graphics)Not listed
Operating SystemiOS 27Android 17
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12GB LPDDR5X16 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB256/512/1024 GB
Storage SpeedNVMe fast flashNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iQOO 16 Wins Camera
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.5, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, OIS, Dual pixel PDAF, Sensor-shift OIS (gen 2)50 MP, OIS
Telephoto Zoom48 MP (4x optical zoom), f/2.8, 100mm (periscope telephoto), OISNone (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide)50 MP
LiDAR / DepthTOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth sensing & night portrait)None
5. Video
Main Camera Video
4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps1080p@240fps10-bit HDRDolby Vision HDR (up to 120fps)ProRes RAWApple Log 2Spatial 3D video & stereo sound
Not listed
Front Video
4K@24/25/30/60fps1080p@120fpsgyro-EISDolby Vision HDR
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens18 MP, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide multi-aspect)32 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 iPhone 18 Pro Lightest Chassis
Dimensions150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm (5.91 x 2.83 x 0.35 in)163.8 x 76.9 x 8.3 mm
Weight211 g (7.44 oz)222.5 g
Build MaterialsGlass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, aluminum/glass backNot listed
SIM TypeNano-SIM + eSIM + dual eSIM supportNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 min)IP68/IP69
8. Battery & Charging🏆 iQOO 16 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,288 mAh8,400 mAh
Wired Fast Charging45W wired fast charging100W
Wireless Charging25W wireless charging40W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers (Spatial Audio)Not listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band, hotspot)Not listed
BluetoothBluetooth 6.0, A2DP, LENot listed
USB Port & SpeedUSB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 (up to 10Gbps), DisplayPort video outNot listed
NFCYes (Apple Pay Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsFace ID, LiDAR scanner, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometerNot listed
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS, Messages and Find My via satelliteNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsBlack, Silver, Glacier, BurgundyNot listed
Launch Price$1,299Price on request
Our verdict

iQOO 16 wins — BeastScore 90.0/100

The iQOO 16 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (8,400 mAh vs 4,288 mAh) and faster charging (100W vs 45W). The iPhone 18 Pro is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (211 g vs 222.5 g).

Buy iPhone 18 Pro if you want

Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens) · Lighter: 211 g vs 222.5 g (12 g less)

Buy iQOO 16 if you want

Larger battery: 8,400 mAh vs 4,288 mAh · Faster wired charging: 100W vs 45W

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 18 Pro or iQOO 16?

The iQOO 16 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (8,400 mAh vs 4,288 mAh) and faster charging (100W vs 45W). The iPhone 18 Pro is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (211 g vs 222.5 g). BeastScore: iPhone 18 Pro 88.5/100, iQOO 16 90.0/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 18 Pro and iQOO 16?

iPhone 18 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 4288 mAh battery. iQOO 16 has a 6.85-inch display and 8400 mAh battery.

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