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

OnePlus 16 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 94.0/100 — 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
OnePlus · 2026

OnePlus 16

OnePlus 16
94/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

OnePlus 16 wins 4 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 18 Pro
iPhone 18 Pro
0 wins
OnePlus 16
OnePlus 16
4 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayValue
iPhone 18 ProOnePlus 16
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedOnePlus 16
    95
    98
  • CameraTie
    92
    92
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryOnePlus 16
    80
    98
  • DisplayOnePlus 16
    92
    95
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueOnePlus 16
    62
    85
Key differences
  • OnePlus 16 has the bigger battery9,000 mAh vs 4,288 mAh
  • OnePlus 16 charges faster100W vs 45W
  • OnePlus 16 has a sharper main camera200 MP vs 48 MP
  • OnePlus 16 has a smoother screen185 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • iPhone 18 Pro has the faster chipApple A20 Pro (2 nm) vs 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
  • ✓48 MP main camera
  • ✓6.3" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy OnePlus 16
  • ✓Bigger 9,000 mAh battery (+4,712 mAh)
  • ✓200 MP main camera

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 18 ProOnePlus 16
1. Display & Screen🏆 OnePlus 16 Wins Display
Screen typeLTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby VisionLTPO AMOLED
Screen Size6.3"N/A
Resolution & Density1206 x 2622 pixels (19.5:9 ratio) (460 ppi)N/A
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion185 Hz adaptive
Brightness1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)N/A
Screen ProtectionCeramic Shield 2, Anti-reflective coating, Always-On displayNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 OnePlus 16 Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A20 Pro (2 nm) (2nm)Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 (2nm)
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 LPDDR5XN/A
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TBN/A
Storage SpeedNVMe fast flashNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.5, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, OIS, Dual pixel PDAF, Sensor-shift OIS (gen 2)200 MP, OIS
Telephoto Zoom48 MP (4x optical zoom), f/2.8, 100mm (periscope telephoto), OIS50 MP (3x optical zoom)
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)N/A
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm (5.91 x 2.83 x 0.35 in)N/A
Weight211 g (7.44 oz)N/A
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)Not listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 OnePlus 16 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,288 mAh9,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging45W wired fast charging100W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging25W wireless charging50W 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

OnePlus 16 wins — BeastScore 94.0/100

The OnePlus 16 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (9,000 mAh vs 4,288 mAh) and faster charging (100W vs 45W). The iPhone 18 Pro is worth a look if you prefer its faster chip (Apple A20 Pro (2 nm) vs Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6).

Buy iPhone 18 Pro if you want

Reliable all-round performance.

Buy OnePlus 16 if you want

Larger battery: 9,000 mAh vs 4,288 mAh · Faster wired charging: 100W vs 45W

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 18 Pro or OnePlus 16?

The OnePlus 16 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (9,000 mAh vs 4,288 mAh) and faster charging (100W vs 45W). The iPhone 18 Pro is worth a look if you prefer its faster chip (Apple A20 Pro (2 nm) vs Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6). BeastScore: iPhone 18 Pro 88.5/100, OnePlus 16 94.0/100.

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

iPhone 18 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 4288 mAh battery. OnePlus 16 has a display and 9000 mAh battery.

How do iPhone 18 Pro and OnePlus 16 compare for speed?

iPhone 18 Pro scores 95/100 for performance; OnePlus 16 scores 98/100.

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