Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Nubia Neo 5

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads — 59/100 vs 31/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 3582); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP.

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 by 28 points (59/100 vs 31/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Performance 53
Display 100
Camera 86
Battery 7
Design 51
Value for money 41
Nubia Neo 5
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro better?

  • Higher performance (53/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (86/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Nubia Neo 5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6050 vs 3582 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 27W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 7/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs the Nubia Neo 5, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro scores 28 points higher (59/100 vs 31/100). 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 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (51/100 vs 7/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (86/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (51/100 vs 7/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Nubia Neo 5 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Apple iPhone 16 Pro: The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.
Nubia Neo 5: The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 16 Pro Nubia Neo 5
Processor Apple A18 Pro Unisoc T9300
AnTuTu 1870000
Geekbench Single 3400
Geekbench Multi 8300
Display 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2622x1206 900x1940
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3582 mAh 6050 mAh
Charging 27W 45W
Wireless charging 25W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 157
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 12 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB
OS iOS 18 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 1000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP64
Dimensions 149.6×71.5×8.3 mm
Weight 199 g
Price $999
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.78
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
86
camera
Nubia Neo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
  • 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED
  • Resolution: 2622x1206
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Nubia Neo 5
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 900x1940
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
  • 3582 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 25W
7
battery
Nubia Neo 5
  • 6050 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
$999
Nubia Neo 5
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (53/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (86/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (51/100 vs 7/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Nubia Neo 5 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Nubia Neo 5?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 by 28 points (59/100 vs 31/100).

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Nubia Neo 5?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Nubia Neo 5 — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Nubia Neo 5?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads on camera score (86/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Nubia Neo 5?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads on performance (53/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro over the Nubia Neo 5?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use.