Apple iPhone 16 vs Asus ROG Phone 9
Key Specifications
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Dimensity 6100 Plus | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.1", OLED, 60 Hz | 6.78", AMOLED, 185 Hz | ||
| Camera | 48MP+12MP/12MP | 50MP+13MP+5MP/32MP | ||
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 5800 mAh | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB | ||
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Dimensity 6100 Plus | ||
| Display | 6.1", OLED, 60 Hz | 6.78", AMOLED, 185 Hz | ||
| Camera | 48MP+12MP/12MP | 50MP+13MP+5MP/32MP | ||
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 5800 mAh | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Overall Best Pick | Not Recommended | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended For | Overall Best Pick | Not Recommended |
General
| Colors | Ultramarine, Teal, Pink, White, Black | Phantom Black, Storm White | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | September 09, 2024 | November 19, 2024 | ||
| Availability | September 20, 2024 | November 20, 2024 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹79,990 | ₹85,000 | ||
| Colors | Ultramarine, Teal, Pink, White, Black | Phantom Black, Storm White | ||
| Launch | September 09, 2024 | November 19, 2024 | ||
| Availability | September 20, 2024 | November 20, 2024 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹79,990 | ₹85,000 |
Display
Winner:Apple iPhone 16
| Type | OLED | AMOLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 185 Hz | ||
| Features | Dolby Vision | HDR10 | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 6.78 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1179 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2256 pixels | 2400 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 460 ppi | 388 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 2000 nits | 2500 nits | ||
| Type | OLED | AMOLED | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 185 Hz | ||
| Features | Dolby Vision | HDR10 | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 6.78 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1179 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2256 pixels | 2400 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 460 ppi | 388 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 2000 nits | 2500 nits |
Body
Winner:Apple iPhone 16
| Weight | 170 grams | 227 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Ceramic Shield | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | ||
| Back | Glass | Glass | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Aluminium Frame, Pressure sensitive zones (Gaming triggers) | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | OTG, USB Type-C | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP66 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers | ||
| Weight | 170 grams | 227 grams | ||
| Front | Ceramic Shield | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | ||
| Back | Glass | Glass | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Aluminium Frame, Pressure sensitive zones (Gaming triggers) | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | OTG, USB Type-C | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP66 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers |
Processor
Winner:Apple iPhone 16
| Chipset Brand | Apple | Qualcomm | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | A18 | Dimensity 6100 Plus | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Apple GPU | Adreno 830 | ||
| Software Name | iOS | Android | ||
| Software Skin | iOS | ROG UI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 5 year | 2 year | ||
| Chipset Brand | Apple | Qualcomm | ||
| Chipset Name | A18 | Dimensity 6100 Plus | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Apple GPU | Adreno 830 | ||
| Software Name | iOS | Android | ||
| Software Skin | iOS | ROG UI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 5 year | 2 year |
Main Camera
Winner:Apple iPhone 16
| Camera Resolution | 48 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 12 MP | 13 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Ultra-wide | ||
| Features | Dual LED Dual Tone Flash, HDR, Panorama | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | ||
| Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | Gimbal Stabilization | ||
| Video | Cinematic mode, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), HDR, RAW, Stereo Sound Recording | gyro-EIS, HDR10+ | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 5 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Macro | |||
| Camera Resolution | 48 MP | 50 MP | ||
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 12 MP | 13 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Ultra-wide | ||
| Features | Dual LED Dual Tone Flash, HDR, Panorama | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | ||
| Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | Gimbal Stabilization | ||
| Video | Cinematic mode, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), HDR, RAW, Stereo Sound Recording | gyro-EIS, HDR10+ | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 5 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Macro |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Apple iPhone 16
| Front Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 32 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide Aperture | ||
| Features | Auto Focus, Face Unlock, HDR, Night Mode | Face Unlock, HDR, Panorama | ||
| Video | 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, 4K@24/25/30/60fps, Cinematic Mode (4k@30fps), gyro-EIS | 1080p@30fps | ||
| Front Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 32 MP | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide Aperture | ||
| Features | Auto Focus, Face Unlock, HDR, Night Mode | Face Unlock, HDR, Panorama | ||
| Video | 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, 4K@24/25/30/60fps, Cinematic Mode (4k@30fps), gyro-EIS | 1080p@30fps |
Battery
Winner:Apple iPhone 16
| Capacity | 3561 mAh | 5800 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | |||
| Wireless Charging | true | true | ||
| Charging Speed | 45 w | 65 w | ||
| Capacity | 3561 mAh | 5800 mAh | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | |||
| Wireless Charging | true | true | ||
| Charging Speed | 45 w | 65 w |
Memory
Winner:Asus ROG Phone 9
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | NvMe | UFS 4.0 | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR5 | LPDDR5X | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB | ||
| Storage type | NvMe | UFS 4.0 | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR5 | LPDDR5X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, eSIM, dual stand-by) | Nano-SIM, eSIM or Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, CDMA, EVDO, GSM, HSPA, LTE | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE | ||
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, eSIM, dual stand-by) | Nano-SIM, eSIM or Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
| Network | 5G, CDMA, EVDO, GSM, HSPA, LTE | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
Winner:Apple iPhone 16
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be | Wi-Fi 7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 | ||
| Positioning | BeiDou, Galileo, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), GLONASS, GPS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5), QZSS (L1+L5) | ||
| NFC | Yes | Yes | ||
| Radio | No | No | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be | Wi-Fi 7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 | ||
| Positioning | BeiDou, Galileo, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), GLONASS, GPS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5), QZSS (L1+L5) | ||
| NFC | Yes | Yes | ||
| Radio | No | No |
Features
| AI Features | Apple Intelligence | AI Gaming, Call Translator, Hyper Clarity, Transcript | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Barometer Sensor, Compass, Emergency SOS, Face ID, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Touch Sensor, Ultra Wideband (UWB) Support | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | ||
| Fingerprint Scanner | Optical (under display) | |||
| AI Features | Apple Intelligence | AI Gaming, Call Translator, Hyper Clarity, Transcript | ||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Barometer Sensor, Compass, Emergency SOS, Face ID, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Touch Sensor, Ultra Wideband (UWB) Support | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | ||
| Fingerprint Scanner | Optical (under display) |
