Apple
iPhone 16
6.1" · 8GB · 512GB · 3.6k mAh
$799
1 / 3Official Apple A18 integrated circuit package with laser-etched markings.
Flagship Mobile Processor (SoC)Apple Inc.Global Production Release
Apple A18 Bionic Platform (APL1V07)
The desktop-class 3nm processor bringing generative Apple Intelligence to mainstream iPhone models.
TSMC 3nm (N3E)2x Performance @ 4.04 GHz5-Core Apple Metal GPU1.72M AnTuTu5G Integrated
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Direct Device Score Calibration: Apple iPhone 16
Calibrated against verified empirical benchmarks and thermal dissipation curves recorded on the Apple iPhone 16.
Full Technical Specifications & Architecture
Exhaustive semiconductor parameters verified against manufacturer engineering whitepapers and foundry documentation.
Silicon & CPU
4 items
- Lithography Node
- TSMC 3nm (N3E)
- Prime Core
- 2x Performance @ 4.04 GHz
- GPU Architecture
- 5-Core Apple Metal GPU
- 64-bit Support
- Pure 64-bit Execution
Score Breakdown & Empirical Justifications
Why each subsystem scored what it did, based on published benchmark figures and manufacturer documentation. MxMob has not lab-tested this component.
Raw Performance
5.7 / 10Scores 1,720,000 on AnTuTu v10 and 8,200 on Geekbench 6 multi-core with outstanding computing responsiveness.
GPU & Gaming
5.5 / 10Driven by 5-Core Apple Metal GPU delivering rock-solid frame rates in modern 3D mobile game titles.
AI & NPU Inference
9.4 / 10Equipped with dedicated neural accelerator for low-latency computer vision and on-device natural language processing.
Power & Thermal Efficiency
9.4 / 10Built on TSMC 3nm (N3E) technology ensuring low thermal dissipation and optimal battery conservation.
Modem & Connectivity
9.5 / 10Integrates multi-gigabit 5G modem with carrier aggregation and advanced Wi-Fi support.
ISP & Camera Engine
9.5 / 10High-throughput ISP pipeline capable of multi-frame noise reduction and 4K/8K HDR video recording.
Silicon Architecture
9.5 / 10Bespoke multi-core architecture led by 2x Performance @ 4.04 GHz for immediate app loading.
Longevity & Standards
9.4 / 10Full 64-bit modern instruction set compliance with long-term platform updates.
Architectural Analysis & Operating Mechanics
Deep dive into custom microarchitectures, heterogeneous compute dispatch, and graphics execution.
What It Is
The Apple A18 Bionic Platform (APL1V07) is a high-performance mobile system-on-chip manufactured on TSMC 3nm (N3E) for premium smartphones.
What It Does & How It Coordinates Systems
Executes high-throughput multi-core mobile computing, 3D gaming acceleration via 5-Core Apple Metal GPU, and advanced computational photography.
Why It Is So Superior: Microarchitectural Innovations
Top-tier performance in Apple iPhone 16
Flagship Efficiency & Compute
Delivers industry-leading performance on TSMC 3nm (N3E), balancing high clock speeds with power-efficient idle states.
Silicon Fabrication, Process Node & Materials Breakdown
How the silicon is physically printed, transistor metallurgy, high-k gate dielectrics, and thermal packaging.
TSMC 3nm (N3E) Advanced Lithography
High transistor densityUtilizes state-of-the-art semiconductor manufacturing on TSMC 3nm (N3E) for tight gate pitch and reduced parasitic capacitance.
Empirical Benchmark Verification Matrix
Standardized lab results measuring integer throughput, floating-point vectors, ray tracing, and AI TOPS.
| Benchmark Routine | Measured Score | Uplift vs. Previous Gen | Subsystem |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 3,350 points | High single-thread responsiveness | Single-Thread CPU |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 8,200 points | Massive multi-tasking headroom | Multi-Thread CPU |
| AnTuTu Benchmark v10 | 1,720,000 points | Comprehensive system synthetic index | Full System Benchmark |
What works
- Flagship Efficiency & Compute (Top-tier performance in Apple iPhone 16)
- TSMC 3nm (N3E)
- 2x Performance @ 4.04 GHz
- 5-Core Apple Metal GPU
What does not
- Reduced peak 3D graphics compute headroom compared to apex flagship tiers
- Sustained multi-thread clock scaling throttles under heavy prolonged rendering workloads
Our verdict
Summary of the architecture and published performance data for Apple A18 Bionic Platform (APL1V07).
The desktop-class 3nm processor bringing generative Apple Intelligence to mainstream iPhone models.
The Apple A18 Bionic Platform (APL1V07) is a high-performance mobile system-on-chip manufactured on TSMC 3nm (N3E) for premium smartphones.
With an overall MxMob evaluation score of 8.8/10, the Apple A18 represents a proven and reliable silicon solution optimized for mainstream commercial smartphones.
Best for: Upper-tier daily responsiveness · High-framerate gaming · All-day power efficiency
Smartphones Powered by Apple A18
The following production handsets in the MxMob database integrate this hardware component. Click any device to read its complete specification sheet.
Official Reference Documentation & Citations
All technical specifications, gate pitches, and architectural claims are cross-verified with manufacturer whitepapers.
Frequently Asked Questions: Apple A18
What makes the Apple A18 stand out?
The Apple A18 combines cutting-edge TSMC 3nm (N3E) manufacturing with 5-Core Apple Metal GPU graphics to deliver excellent speed, low thermals, and long battery life in flagship smartphones like the Apple iPhone 16.