Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs Nubia NaviX Ultra
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Nubia NaviX Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads — 92/100 vs 65/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia NaviX Ultra has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4674); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Nubia NaviX Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,972,476).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Nubia NaviX Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Plus better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 208g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 59/100)
What makes Nubia NaviX Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3431
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8638
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4674 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 86/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs the Nubia NaviX Ultra, the Nubia NaviX Ultra scores 27 points higher (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (98/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (96/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (85/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (98/100 vs 86/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (96/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (85/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Nubia NaviX Ultra are nearly equal (61/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Plus | Nubia NaviX Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3431 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8638 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1290x2796 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4674 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 18.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×77.8×7.8 mm | 162.1×75.7×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 208 g | |
| Launch price | — | $845 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1290x2796
- Refresh rate: —
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 4674 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 25W
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Nubia NaviX Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia NaviX Ultra leads Apple iPhone 16 Plus by 50.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (98/100 vs 86/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (96/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (85/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Nubia NaviX Ultra are nearly equal (61/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus by 27 points (92/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Nubia NaviX Ultra — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 86/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Plus over the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Nubia NaviX Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.