Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $549. Both devices score the same overall rating of 73/100. Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro has the bigger battery (7050 mAh vs 3582); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,292,097 vs 1,782,199); the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 3013
- Lighter: 199g vs 229g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3292097 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8300
- Bigger battery: 7050 vs 3582 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper at launch: $549 vs $999
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 85/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro received the same MobileRank rating — 73/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads (86/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro leads (72/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro — 56/100, Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro — 64/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro is a bit better (92/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro (86/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (72/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro (56/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 3292097 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8300 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2480x1116 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3582 mAh | 7050 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.3 mm | 163.4×76.1×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 229 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $549 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x1116
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 3582 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro
- 7050 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:38 hrs, total 28:35 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro by 45.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $450. Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro was $450 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro is a bit better (92/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro (86/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (72/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro (56/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro?
Both devices scored 73/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro (92/100 vs 85/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads on camera score (86/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro?
The Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro leads on performance (92/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro over the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.