Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Fairphone 5
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Fairphone 5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm QCM6490; estimated prices are $999 and $770. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads — 59/100 vs 25/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Fairphone 5 has the bigger battery (4200 mAh vs 3582); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro has the stronger camera (157 vs 108); the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is thinner (8.3mm vs 9.6mm).
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Fairphone 5
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 199g vs 212g
- Higher performance (53/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 35/100)
- Bigger battery: 4200 vs 3582 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper: $770 vs $999
- Longer battery life (19/100 vs 7/100)
- Better value for money (57/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs the Fairphone 5, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro scores 34 points higher (59/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads (86/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Fairphone 5 leads (19/100 vs 7/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 5 leads (57/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (86/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Fairphone 5 is a bit better (19/100 vs 7/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro notably outperforms the Fairphone 5 (51/100 vs 35/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 5 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (57/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | Fairphone 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm QCM6490 | |
| AnTuTu | 1870000 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8300 | — | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1224x2700 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 3582 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | 108 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, up to 5 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 880 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP55 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.3 mm | 161.6×75.8×9.6 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 212 g | |
| Price | $999 | $770 |
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Fairphone 5
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Fairphone 5
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1224x2700
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 3582 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Fairphone 5
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $229. Fairphone 5 is cheaper by $229.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (53/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (86/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Fairphone 5 is a bit better (19/100 vs 7/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro notably outperforms the Fairphone 5 (51/100 vs 35/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 5 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (57/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Fairphone 5?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 by 34 points (59/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Fairphone 5?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Fairphone 5 — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Fairphone 5?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads on camera score (86/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Fairphone 5?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads on performance (53/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro over the Fairphone 5?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Fairphone 5 is a better fit for everyday use.