Xiaomi 16 Pro vs Xiaomi 16 Ultra
Compare Xiaomi 16 Pro vs Xiaomi 16 Ultra side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 6100mAh vs…
Xiaomi
16 Pro
$1,049
4categories won
Xiaomi
16 Ultra
$1,299
3categories won
15 categories tied · 22 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Xiaomi 16 Pro takes the overall win
The Xiaomi 16 Pro claims the overall win over the Xiaomi 16 Ultra, delivering a stronger technical package across measurable key specifications. In camera testing, the 16 Pro leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the 16 Ultra. Choose the 16 Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the 16 Ultra if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
16 Ultra takes battery honors offering 6,200 mAh alongside 120W charging.
Both handsets deliver top-tier speed with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 and smooth everyday multitasking.
16 Pro wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 5x dedicated optical zoom.
16 Pro provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $1049 vs $1299.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
16 Pro vs 16 Ultra: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | 16 Pro | 16 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.73" | 6.73" |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3200 | 1440 x 3200 |
| Pixel density | 521 ppi | 521 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 3600 nits | 3600 nits |
Performance
| Specification | 16 Pro | 16 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 |
| Process node | 2 nm | 2 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 3,200,000 | 3,200,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 10800 | 10800 |
| Maximum RAM | 24 GB | 24 GB |
| Maximum storage | 1TB | 2TBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | 16 Pro | 16 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 4Winner |
| Optical zoom | 5xWinner | 3.2x |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Selfie camera | 32 MP | 32 MP |
| Max video | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | 16 Pro | 16 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 6,100 mAh | 6,200 mAh |
| Wired charging | 120 W | 120 W |
| Wireless charging | 50 W | 80 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | 16 Pro | 16 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 210 gWinner | 226 g |
| Thickness | 8.1 mmWinner | 9.2 mm |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Build | Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back | Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back |
Software and support
| Specification | 16 Pro | 16 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 17 | Android 17 |
| OS updates | 7 years | 7 years |
| Security updates | 7 years | 7 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | 16 Pro | 16 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $1,049Winner | $1,299 |
Xiaomi 16 Pro
The Xiaomi 16 Pro brings a sweeping 2K 120Hz display with micro-curved edges, stepless variable aperture main optics, a dedicated 5x periscope telephoto, 120W charging, and 6,100 mAh capacity.
- Display
- 6.73"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 6,100mAh
Xiaomi 16 Ultra
Equipped with a second-gen 1-inch LOFIC sensor with 15EV dynamic range, stepless physical f/1.6–f/4.0 aperture, a mammoth 200MP 1/1.4" periscope telephoto, 120W wired and 80W wireless charging, and 6,200 mAh capacity, the 16 Ultra is a DSLR in your pocket.
- Display
- 6.73"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 6,200mAh