Apple iPhone 16 vs Fairphone 5
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Fairphone 5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm QCM6490. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 leads — 68/100 vs 47/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Fairphone 5 has the bigger battery (4200 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 16 has the stronger camera (147 vs 108); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 212g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Fairphone 5
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Lighter: 170g vs 212g
- Better camera (78/100 vs 48/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Fairphone 5 better?
- Bigger battery: 4200 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Longer battery life (28/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (72/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Fairphone 5, the Apple iPhone 16 scores 21 points higher (68/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "display" category, the Fairphone 5 is a bit better (72/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Fairphone 5 and the Apple iPhone 16 are nearly equal (28/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (79/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Fairphone 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm QCM6490 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1224x2700 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | 108 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 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 | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 161.6×75.8×9.6 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 212 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Fairphone 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Fairphone 5
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1224x2700
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Fairphone 5
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Fairphone 5
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Fairphone 5 is a bit better (72/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (78/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Fairphone 5 and the Apple iPhone 16 are nearly equal (28/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (79/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Fairphone 5?
The Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 by 21 points (68/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Fairphone 5?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Fairphone 5 — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Fairphone 5?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 48/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Fairphone 5?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users.