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iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G: Which One Should You Buy?

iPhone 16 Pro Max edges ahead with a BeastScore of 80.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
Comparing 2 devicesSwipe ⇄
Apple · 2024

iPhone 16 Pro Max

iPhone 16 Pro Max
80/ 100
Launch price$1,199
Xiaomi · 2025

Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G

Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G
80/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

iPhone 16 Pro Max wins 3 of 6 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 16 Pro Max
iPhone 16 Pro Max
3 wins
Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G
Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G
3 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayConnectivityValue
iPhone 16 Pro MaxXiaomi Redmi A5 4G
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeediPhone 16 Pro Max
    80
    70
  • CameraiPhone 16 Pro Max
    85
    80
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryXiaomi Redmi A5 4G
    78
    86
  • DisplayXiaomi Redmi A5 4G
    88
    89
  • ConnectivityiPhone 16 Pro Max
    90
    65
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueXiaomi Redmi A5 4G
    55
    85
Key differences
  • Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G has the bigger battery5,200 mAh vs 4,685 mAh
  • iPhone 16 Pro Max charges faster27W vs 18W
  • iPhone 16 Pro Max has the bigger screen6.9" vs 6.88"
  • Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G is lighter193 g vs 227 g
  • iPhone 16 Pro Max has more RAM8 GB vs 6 GB
  • iPhone 16 Pro Max has the faster chipApple A18 Pro vs Unisoc T7250
See all specs ↓

Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy iPhone 16 Pro Max
  • ✓$8800 cheaper at launch ($1199 vs $9999)
  • ✓48 MP main camera
  • ✓6.9" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G
  • ✓34 g lighter (193 g), easier to hold
  • ✓Bigger 5,200 mAh battery (+515 mAh)
  • ✓6.88" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 16 Pro MaxXiaomi Redmi A5 4G
1. Display & Screen🏆 Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G Wins Display
Screen typeLTPO Super Retina XDR OLEDIPS LCD
Screen Size6.9"6.88"
Resolution & Density2868x1320 (460 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED (260 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness2,000 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 iPhone 16 Pro Max Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A18 Pro (3nm)Unisoc T7250
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsApple GPU (6-core)Not listed
Operating SystemiOS 18Android 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR6 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1024GB128 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iPhone 16 Pro Max Wins Camera
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.78, OIS, Sony IMX903undefined MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom12 MP (5x optical zoom), f/2.8, OISNone (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera48 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP, f/1.9undefined MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G Lightest Chassis
Dimensions163 x 77.6 x 8.25 mmN/A
Weight227 g193 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68Not listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,685 mAh5,200 mAh
Wired Fast Charging27W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless Charging25W wireless chargingNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Not listed
Bluetooth5.3v5.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.0USB Type-C 2.0
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$1199Price on request
Our verdict

iPhone 16 Pro Max wins — BeastScore 80.0/100

After comparing all the specs, iPhone 16 Pro Max is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher resolution main sensor: 48 MP vs max 0 MP and Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system).

Buy iPhone 16 Pro Max if you want

Higher resolution main sensor: 48 MP vs max 0 MP · Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system)

Buy Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G if you want

Larger battery capacity: 5,200 mAh (+515 mAh more) · Lighter body: 193g (34g lighter in hand)

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 16 Pro Max or Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G?

iPhone 16 Pro Max leads with an overall BeastScore of 80.0/100 compared to Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G (80.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher resolution main sensor: 48 MP vs max 0 MP and Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system).

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 16 Pro Max and Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G?

iPhone 16 Pro Max has a 6.9-inch display and 4685 mAh battery. Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G has a 6.88-inch display and 5200 mAh battery.

How do iPhone 16 Pro Max and Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G compare for speed?

iPhone 16 Pro Max scores 80/100 for performance; Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G scores 70/100.

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